Controls Apprentice Jobs in Kent, WA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $46.14 - $50.81 Hourly
Location : John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26988
Department: Environmental Services
Opening Date: 04/08/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Subject Area: N/A - THIS IS NOT A TEACHING POSITION
FTE: 1.0
Overview of Position
Under the general supervision of the Administrator of Utilities and Telecommunications, develops and implements programs and practices that enhance utilities conservation in the District facilities.
Position reports to: Supervisor of Utilities and Telecommunications
Essential Functions
1. Services and maintains boilers, heat pumps and related HVAC systems, including pneumatic and low voltage temperature controls, adjusts, calibrates and repairs heating and cooling controls (electronic, pneumatic and micro-processing), and prepares work orders when needed. (15% of the time)
2. Tests, adjusts and balances HVAC systems for CFM requirements and indoor air quality; evaluates present systems and makes recommendations for better system performance. Assists in the design of electrical and mechanical systems in new buildings and retrofit installations. (15% of the time)
3. Develops energy management programs for use in specific building and District-wide; assists building efforts to implement energy conservation programs, performs building energy audits, and advises custodian engineers regarding the efficient operation and maintenance of building mechanical and electrical systems and equipment. (10% of the time)
4. Serves as the primary operator of the operations section's Energy Management and Control System (EMCS); modifies host software to improve or enhance system performances, or makes necessary corrections to database for proper system performances. Performs formal database diagnostics for system evaluation and preliminary set-up. (15% of the time)
5. Coordinates electrical installation with electrical contractor at job site as required. Directs and participates in the final critical adjustment and calibration of automation system following installation and preliminary set-up. (5% of the time)
6. Performs preventive maintenance inspections routinely. Responds to HVAC problem calls, checks indicated point of trouble. Diagnoses trouble or defects in sensors, field cabinets, or control console, and determines corrective action. (15% of the time)
7. Monitors District building energy performance through the use of the EMCS; advises operations personnel of the systems anomalies; inspects buildings to ensure system operation; coordinates system operation schedules with building personnel to ensure proper performance. (15% of the time)
8. Maintains District energy use and cost information; provides reports for use by management and building personnel; coordinates entry of use and cost Information with operations utilities clerical staff. (5% of the time)
9. Acts as technical resource to administrators and others within the District and performs miscellaneous functions as assigned by supervisor. (5% of the time)
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of energy management, plant testing, refrigeration, and electric systems; pneumatic and low voltage temperature controls; high and low pressure vessels; mechanical and electrical codes.
Skills in electrical and mechanical system design; interpersonal skills.
Abilities to read, revise, correct, and interpret schematics, blueprints and technical manuals; follow oral and written instructions; work independently; operate personal computer; train custodians in operation of heating system; troubleshoot and implement solutions; construct, operate, and evaluate programs designed to test new, current, and replacement equipment, supplies, and materials; perform journey level tasks and duties. Relate effectively with staff and the public in a multi-ethnic environment.
CONDITIONS/DISCLAIMERS:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. District employees are not authorized to make promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions, and that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the Superintendent. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than the Superintendent are null and void.
Additionally, nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Typical Qualifications
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent Associate's degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Completion of IUOE Apprenticeship Program or equivalent vocational-technical program and three (3) years Journey Stationary Engineer level experience, or ten (10) years Journey level experience operating building mechanical and electrical system and equipment.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:
Steam Engineer Grade Three Refrigeration Operating Engineer
CLEARANCES:
Criminal justice fingerprint and background check
Seattle Public Schools benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click for an overview of available benefit options.
Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours employees are anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a year is eligible for benefits.
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