Apprentice HVAC in Reno, Nevada at Renown Health

This position is to work under the guidance of a Journeyman HVAC and responsible for the maintenance and operation of all heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment to provide optimum indoor air quality and ensure comfort and welfare of the patients and staff.

The major challenges to this position are to be enrolled in classes for HVAC. Will work with journeyman to provide optimum indoor air quality to maximize energy conservation, minimize equipment interruption or down time and minimize the impact on patients and staff when working on equipment in their areas.

This position will collaborate with the journeyman to determine, within department policies, procedures, and guidelines, what needs repair or replacement while troubleshooting faulty equipment; the safety status of equipment or systems; to shut down equipment for maintenance after coordinating with affected department(s); and the operational capabilities of equipment. All other decisions must be referred to by the Director, Manager or Supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Can actively support Renown Health’s Standards of Conduct

2. Knowledge of steam and water hydraulics, basic electrical and pneumatic controls, basic refrigeration, and ability to weld.

3. Ability to read and troubleshoot from blueprints or diagrams.

4. Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

5. Knowledge of safety requirements and procedures.

6. Ability to read, write and speak English.

7. Thorough knowledge of Direct Digital Control systems.

8. Complete knowledge of HVAC systems with the ability to trouble shoot, repair, operate and maintain the entire system which includes pneumatics, electrical controls, 480V electrical power and mechanical duct and valves.

9. Complete knowledge of DX, heating hot water, steam and chilled water systems, and ability to repair, maintain and operate the same.

10. Complete knowledge of VAV and constant volume multi zone and single zone systems.

11. Knowledge of national electrical code, SMACNA duct standards, ASHRAE standards and OSHA/EPA regulations.

12. Thorough knowledge in the operation of Building Automation Systems.

This position does not provide patient care

The foregoing description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

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Education:

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively. Enrolled in HVAC classes to become a HVAC Journeyman. Will train for four (4) years and/or show proof training before moving up to Journeyman.

Experience:

Working knowledge of the hospital system for maintenance.

License(s):

Valid State of Nevada or California Driver's license and ability to pass Renown Health's Department of Motor Vehicle Report criteria.

Certification(s):

None

Computer / Typing:

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.