Facilities HVAC Maintenance Mechanic 3

We are seeking a full-time Facilities HVAC Maintenance Mechanic 3 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for defining general approach to solving technical maintenance and daily operations of all HVAC equipment and the physical plant systems including associated equipment while providing technical input and evaluation including analyzing data and costs which includes but is not limited to the boilers, chillers, cooling tower, generators, water softeners, rooftop air conditioners, glycol systems, pneumatic compressors, pumps, air handlers, fire pumps, associated motors and related equipment.

Essential Functions

• Assist with maintenance of electrical wiring for existing/new equipment as needed and assist with maintenance of buildings automated systems/other mechanical equipment
• Have advanced knowledge of repairing HVAC systems, such as RTU’s, AHU’s, VAV’s, Chillers/Boilers and associated pump and water treatment systems.
• Provide technical solutions to the Facilities staff with daily maintenance and preventative maintenance to support facility operations and complete work orders/other tasks as assigned
• Develop and support plans made by supervisor/mentor while providing input/analyzing data and communicate status of work clearly providing visibility to supervisor
• Demonstrate power and hand tools operation/safety
• Successfully demonstrate knowledge of overseeing contractors, reading blueprint/ electrical drawings/ schematics, knowledge of Glycol system operation, and Welding (MIG / TIG or Torch welding / Brazing)
• Successfully demonstrate knowledge of repairing Pneumatic compressors system and troubleshooting/repairing: refrigeration/controls equipment, pump & associated motor and controls operation, door/security locks, and plumbing piping/ pipefitting
• Mentor and evaluate Maintenance Level Assistants and Level 2
• Ability to work and/or direct in conjunction with service providers
• Review and analyze processes looking for improvement opportunities, assist in determining feasibility of project goals/objectives, and accurately predict time needed to complete tasks at hand
• Complete moderately complex work orders and process instructions
• Take a significant lead in planning/performing projects under the direction of a supervisor
• Independently determine general approach and specific solutions to technical problems
• Ability to offer suggestions to improve processes and author new procedures and provide reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems
• Mentor and evaluate Maintenance Level Assistants and Level 2 and demonstrate ability to provide mentoring of other team members in areas such as Procedures, Policies and Trade skills
• Completely execute Lock Out/Tag Out of equipment and coach, mentor and train other team members on the Lock Out/Tag Out process
• Demonstrate the ability to provide mentoring of other Procedures, Policies and Trade skills
• Require the ability to lift 50 pounds and push/ pull 200 pounds

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a technical related field AND a minimum of 3 years relevant experience OR a minimum of 5 years maintenance experience OR completion/ certification of a qualified technical trade program AND a minimum of 4 years relevant experience
• Must meet requirements of a combination of a minimum of three levels within the HVAC, Electrical and/or Plumbing trades according to the career path
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be available for on-call duty as needed
• Demonstrates computer proficiency with Microsoft Outlook email and Microsoft Word and Excel 
• Must demonstrate the ability to lift 50 pounds and push/ pull 200 pounds
• Must possess the ability to proficiently use a variety of hand/power tools
• Must possess demonstrated knowledge of how to effectively use electrical test instruments
• Must demonstrate proficient mechanical aptitude
• Must possess excellent internal/external customer service skills, be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
• Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to work proactively/effectively with minimal supervision and prioritize/multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment

Desired Qualifications

• Refrigerant license
• 8+ years of experience performing a substantially similar role

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits