Building System Technician

at Adjutant General in Topeka, Kansas, United States

Job Description

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• Building System Technician 


• 1 position opened until filled   

The Adjutant General’s Department

Kansas Air National Guard 

190th Civil Engineer Squadron 

Forbes Field —Topeka, Ks 

Who can apply: Those who meet the criteria 

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Days-Monday through Thursday 

Eligible to Receive Benefits: YES

Veterans’ Preference Eligible: YES

* Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

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Inspects, installs, operates, maintains, modifies, and repairs all types of healing, ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, including heating and heat distribution, refrigeration and air conditioning, heat pumps, heat recovery units, evaporative cooling, air compressing, and. ventilating systems, as well as the base fire alarm system. Troubleshooting and repairs of pneumatic/electronic controls systems, fire alarm systems, and components. Programs and operates computer-based Energy Management System and installs additional control devices as required to upgrade the system. Aligns, adjusts, services and installs components and equipment such as compressors, electric motors, air conditioners, heaters, ventilators, and other related items … Shapes, sizes, and connects piping, tubing, and components using special bending, flaring, and coupling tools. Tests and inspectors installed heating and cooling equipment and fire alarm systems for proper operation in compliance with applicable technical orders, manufacturers handbooks, and local procedures, including compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Adjusts manual and automatic controls to produce required heating or cooling as prescribed by local policy and applicable regulations. Removes, disassembles, cleans, repairs, reassembles, reinstalls, and realigns components and component pacts such as boilers, pumps, motors, controllers, Compressors, burners, condensers, valves, backflow preventions, safety and automatic valves, pistons, and bearings. Conducts tests of boiler water, condensation return lines, and coolant lines to determine extent of scale and corrosion damage and adds chemical to maintain proper chemical concentration. Ensures heating and cooling equipment, fire alarm systems, and energy management systems and components are functioning properly. Performs seasonal overhaul as required by applicable technical data and local procedures. Performs boiler lay-up and scale/sludge removal operations 

Incumbent will advise the Physical Plant Supervisor on the condition and of the total building systems to include structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing in assigned buildings. Incumbents will inspect assigned area monthly and report all building deficiencies such as corrosion, excess vibration, leaks, paint decay, excessive noise, and odors 

Incumbent is responsible for the coordination of work with other base agencies. Incumbents will have frequent contact with vendors and base customers. Incumbent is required to work with the building manager in assigned buildings to ensure customer satisfaction is obtained and required equipment is identified 

Incumbent performs minor maintenance and recurring maintenance on selected building systems in the assigned areas. These responsibilities will vary from building to building and may include any of the building systems. Duties include (not limited to) bathroom fixture repair, exit/emergency light testing and repair, fluorescent lamp/ballast replacement, lawn sprinkler system repair, clearing of plugged drain lines, aerator replacement, carpet square and ceiling or floor tile replacement, HVAC filter replacement, and door weather seal replacement. Incumbent may be required to install items for customers such as (not limited to) dry erase boards, plaques, clocks, modular furniture accessoriesonly after coordination with supervisor 

Incumbent maybe required to maintain the grounds and landscaping as directed by the supervisor. This will include (not limited to) riding and push mowing, weed eating, pulling weeds, shoveling and power blowing snow, applying ice melting, cleaning sidewalks, and outside trash picking up loose trash, etc…. 

Incumbents will use and dispose of chemicals in accordance with all label information and pertinent regulations 

Incumbent employees will be required to use computer systems to (not limited to) send and receive information, input daily time data, request parts or supplies, and complete computer-based training 

Other duties as assigned. Duties include moving furniture, escorting contractors, 

One of the major conditions of state employment is the requirement to work the number of hours per day and the number of days per week specified for the position. Each employee is expected to habitually be at his or her appointed place on time each workday. 

Personal characteristics expected of each employee include honesty, sobriety, willingness to work with co-workers, ability to follow instructions, and to maintain excellent work attendance records. 

The Adjutant Generals Department is committed to maintaining a healthy work force through its Proud to be Drug Free program. Emphasis will continue for all employees to achieve a drug free lifestyle and ensure every employee works in a drug free workplace 

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  Education: 


•  HS Diploma or GED 

• Ks Driver’s License 

• Two years of experience in the following building mechanical trades: electrical, electronics, plumbing, power plant operation, boiler operation, HVAC, and electronic/pneumatic control repair. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

• Working knowledge of applicable EPA regulations and building codes. State Human Resource and base personnel policies and procedures.

• Normal color vision IAW AFR 160-43 or its replacement is mandatory. Must be able to work at heights up to 80 feet, lift objects weighing 50 pounds, and work in strenuous positions. Incumbent is subject to call back during non-duty hours and periodically work in inclement weather. Must pass a KBI background check and clearances are required for the position.

2022 SE Minuteman Rd

Topeka, Ks 66619

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• Current Resume


• Tax Clearance


• College Transcripts


• DD214 (if you are claiming Veterans Preference)

• Current Resume


• Tax Clearance


• College Transcripts


• DD214 (if you are claiming Veterans Preference)

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas.  Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a state job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer.  A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.   

If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you.  The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas.  The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue – Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person’s eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Docking State Office Building
915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260
Topeka, KS 66612

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.