JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:

               HVAC Mechanic

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

               To maintain optimal healthy environmental conditions in buildings within the most cost-efficient use of energy resources

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At a minimum, candidate must have had well-rounded training acquired through a formal apprenticeship with 2 to 5 years hands-on experience with various types of electrical equipment
• Valid electrician’s license; may be waived
• Have some background in plumbing, standard piping practices, and metal work
• Demonstrated ability to train and supervise assistants, if required
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changes in environmental field
• Demonstrated ability to work well with other employees and supervisory personnel
• Demonstrated ability to work required hours as job requires
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement during emergencies and special services
• Demonstrated ability to maintain records/reports pertaining to equipment use, inspections, inventory, purchasing, etc.
• Willingness to attend workshops, seminars, etc., to know techniques and technology pertaining to HVAC
• Demonstrated ability to maintain and install electronics control systems
• Extensive computer skills with specific software programs

REPORTS TO:

               Director of Operations

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To install, maintain, and repair a variety of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment
• Change filters on a regular basis to insure clean quality of air to all facilities and meet air quality regulations
• To install and maintain electrical control systems
• To lay out and inspect work
• To develop a system for dealing with emergency repair problems
• To establish and recommend priorities on repair projects
• To order materials as needed and recommend equipment purchases
• Demonstrated ability to work designated work hours
• To consult with supervisor and building principals regarding the establishment of energy conservation programs
• To examine buildings on regular basis to insure compliance with energy conservation directives
• Provide documentation of building diagnostics as related to heating and cooling
• To keep documentation of maintenance work performed and other work order requests
• To perform other duties as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

               12 month contract; Grade A16

EVALUATION:

               Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Personnel