DEPT OF EMERGENCY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS

Work Location: 162 Air Wing/CES, Tucson, AZ

Salary: $22.8671 - $32.4840 per hour (DOE) 

Grade: 19

Closing Date: May 16, 2025

Internal (promotional) opportunity for current DEMA Employees

The HVAC/EMS Mechanic to be responsible for responding to and resolving all Energy Management and HVAC issues and concerns for all 162d Morris Air National Guard managed spaces located in Tucson AZ and geographically separated units (GSU) located at Davis Monthan and Ft. Huachuca. Must be able to work with minimal supervision in performing Journeyman Level work in the Operation, Maintenance & Repair of Large Modern HVAC, Refrigeration, Heating Systems and Equipment. Incumbent ensures all work complies with state and federal codes; performs all assigned tasks within the established guidelines and instructions, adhere to established safety rules/procedures, ensure all work is compliant with applicable safety codes. Incumbent will be required to take immediate action in emergency situations and is responsible for timely reporting on corrective action. The incumbent will be required to provide callback response to the facilities after-hours/emergency help desk and oversee repair work as necessary.

Responsibilities include:
• Troubleshoot, maintain, inspect, modify, and repair industrial heating, ventilation systems, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment, including DX and hydronic systems and components, controls for chillers, fans and fan motors, pumps, VFD and VRV systems, motors, electric controls, and associated safety, over-current, and other equipment protection devices.
• Implement and facilitate the Energy Management System (EMS) and HVAC controls and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). May be required to install, adjust, calibrate, and troubleshoot HVAC on an Energy Management System.
• Adjust a computer-based EMS program for proper HVAC comfort and energy management control. Coordinate work with vendors for assigned projects.
• Explore and seek out any opportunities for improving equipment performance and longevity. Work in a team environment and demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Coordinate and work with Building Managers, Supervisors and other CES Maintenance staff on projects, routine work and scheduled heating and air conditioning repairs or maintenance.
• Ensure proper operation of all HVAC related systems after repair or installation by inspection. Ensure all new material installations are captured and recorded with the Civil Engineer Operations Production Control section for record keeping.

Knowledge of:
• Electrical, mechanical and HVAC/Stationary Engineering systems Heat load, chiller, and DX system calculations
• Energy management systems such as Andover, Siemens, and Tridium.
• N4 Graphical User Workstation for the EMCS system.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and ladder diagrams.
• Current HVAC construction principles, methods and techniques of CMMS systems. -Chiller plant operations and DX system calculation

Skilled in:
• Estimating time and material requirements for work projects, including cost analysis of repairing existing equipment vs. replacement with new equipment.
• Cost analysis of repairing existing equipment versus replacement with new equipment
• Installation, repair, and maintenance of all HVAC systems and assignments common to the trade.
• Interpret National and local building codes in the planning and performance of HVAC, building repair and maintenance.

Ability to:
• Diagnose problems/malfunctions in a wide variety of cooling/refrigeration equipment
• Inspect, service, repair and install a wide variety of cooling/refrigeration equipment
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Work one (1) weekend a month on a rotating schedule.
• Utilize trade specific tools and material.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with both military and non-military personnel to accomplish assigned missions.
• Work outside in extreme temperatures.
• Complete assignments timely with minimal supervision.

Desired qualifications include any combination of experience, education, and training that meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities as described. The preferred candidate should have 4+ years of journeyman experience in Industrial HVAC.

Special Job Requirements:
• This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.)
• In State travel is required.
• Candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background investigation as well as possess the ability to achieve a favorable Tier 3 investigation for the purpose of obtaining/maintaining a Secret clearance eligibility and Common Access Card (CAC) within one year of hire.
• Must meet all eligibility requirements to enter other federal installations such as Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and Fort Huachuca.
• Possession of EPA issued Universal Certificate for freon.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Eligible DEMA employees participate in excellent retirement programs provided by the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and for fire personnel the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS).

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact hr@azdema.gov.
DEMA is a smoke-free work environment.
ADA/EEO Employer
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Employer