Position: HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic II

Position Summary:

The HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic II is responsible for supervising and performing the more difficult technical tasks involved in operating, maintaining, installing and repairing a variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. The incumbent must read and interpret performance charts and control panels which reflect the efficiency of each piece of equipment in the system. This position performs work according to general or specific instructions, following guidelines for operations found in technical orders, manufactures’ manuals, plans, specifications and instructions received from the Shop Coordinator. The employee’s work is reviewed daily through reports, logs and conferences with the supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates in planning, servicing and scheduling the maintenance program for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and other building mechanical equipment;
• Participates in planning, servicing and scheduling the maintenance program from refrigeration equipment including: freezers, refrigerators, milk and water coolers;
• Provides technical guidance to HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanics engaged in maintenance and repairs of systems;
• Requires electrical systems and replaces controls, switches and relays;
• Lubricates various parts of machinery and equipment periodically as required; replaces and adjusts fan belts and worn bearings;
• Repairs, calibrates and maintains pneumatic control and DDC systems;
• Repairs of HVSC pumps, piping, valves, steam traps, and cooling towers;
• Inspects entire service area periodically to determine proper functioning conditions and maintenance requirements; prepares maintenance records on equipment;
• Recommends to supervisor when he/she believes major repair is needed; and
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of the methods, practices and procedures in the repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment systems;
• Thorough knowledge of the common hazards, practices, and safety precautions in the trade;
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools used in the trade;
• Ability to give technical directions to subordinates and to operate equipment by starting, stopping, adjusting and setting controls as indicated by prescribed plans and specifications;
• Ability to estimate times and materials needed to complete a given task;
• Ability to supervise the work of others;
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions; and
• Dependability, willingness to work day or evening hours as required.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

High school graduate supplemented by completion of a recognized apprenticeship or trade school and at least two-years' experience at the HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic I level; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Certification:

Possession of a commercial CFC Universal certification required.  Possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle operator’s license with driving record indicating five (5) fewer current points of which no more than three (3) shall have been accumulated as a result of traffic violations occurring while operating a Board of Education vehicle.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Acts as crew leader as assigned.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information:

None.