Heating and Air Mechanic – Skilled HVAC Work in a Unique Facility Setting

Join the team responsible for maintaining critical HVAC systems across one of Central Ohio's most unique campuses. Instead of traveling from customer to customer, you'll work in a single location alongside a skilled facilities team supporting animal habitats, guest facilities, offices, and behind-the-scenes operations.

Responsible for installation, diagnosis and repair, preventative maintenance, and general efficient operation of equipment which supplies heat, air conditioning and refrigeration to facilities.

HVAC System Maintenance & Repair

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs HVAC units at regular intervals to ensure efficient operation.
• Adjust and repairs cooling systems units such as compressors, motors, air cooling coils, and chillers.
• Adjusts and repairs heating systems such as hot water boilers, forced air gas furnaces, electric heat pumps.
• Adjusts and repairs refrigeration systems such as coolers and freezers for food storage.
• Adjusts thermostatic controls of heating, cooling and refrigeration units to keep temperature at specified levels.

Installation & Equipment Handling

• Installs HVAC filters, screens and works with HVAC duct installation.
• Operates hand-held power tools and other instruments used to repair or calibrate HVAC equipment and keeps equipment in good working order.
• Maintains adequate spare parts inventory to efficiently perform work assignments.

Team Support & Safety

• Supports special events, including RendeZOO and Wildlights, by performing other job-related duties as assigned.
• Assures safety of self, staff, animals and guests through regular participation in safety training and activities; compliance with standard operating procedures; and proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists other facilities staff when required.

Mission & Sustainability

• Constantly strives to further the mission of the organization and avidly supports the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Zoombezi Bay, Safari Golf Club and The Wilds.
• Implements sustainable practices in daily tasks whenever possible.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 years’ HVAC experience is highly preferred.
• Two years of journeyman experience installing, repairing and maintaining HVAC units preferred.
• Experience with low pressure boilers required.
• Possession of certificate in refrigerant usage required.

Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of the construction, assembly/disassembly, adjustment and maintenance of a wide variety of HVAC equipment required.
• Ability to understand assembly instruction, operating manuals, blueprints, and wiring diagrams required.
• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools and materials hazards, and safety precautions with the installation HVAC required.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring and Ohio Building Code (OBC) regulations on HVAC installation and federal, state and local laws dealing with CFC disposal required.
• Experience with computerized temperature controls and Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes required.
• Experience with Windows platforms preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Skill in the use of the tools, materials, and equipment used in heating and cooling required.
• Ability to make estimates of time and materials required.
• Ability to work from drawings and specifications and to effectively carry out oral and written instructions required.
• Ability to maintain simple records required.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing is required.

Work Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays required.
• Ability to plan and organize work in an efficient and cost-effective manner without direct supervision is required.
• Ability to provide excellent guest service by positively interacting with guests and upholding the guest service standards required.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with all Columbus Zoo Family of Parks (CZFP) team members and contacts regarding company business required.
• Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures including but not limited to safety protocols required.
• Proof of negative TB screening prior to placement and annually thereafter required.
• Possession of a valid state issued motor vehicle operator’s license and a good driving record required.
• Ability to adhere to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s drug-free workplace policy including but not limited to pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and follow-up treatment required.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal history background check annually required.