HVAC Mechanic 1- Available 8-30-24

Title: HVAC Mechanic I

Reports to: Director of Maintenance

Terms of Employment: 12 Months

Salary: Pay Grade -  60

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

An employee in this class performs semi-skilled and journey level heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) work installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and designing HVAC systems and equipment.  The employee works independently on a variety of projects and serves as a crewmember under the direction of higher level HVAC Mechanics on major projects and complex repairs.  The employee is expected to have knowledges and experiences in basic HVAC work.  Duties may also include work in other trades areas such as electrical, building trades, carpentry, mechanical and plumbing fields. Work assignments are received through supervisory personnel and established work order processes.  Employees are subject to working in inside and outside environments, extreme temperatures, and hazards in the work including exposures to loud noises, vibrations, proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working in high places, exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and oils.  Duties may expose employees to human body fluids and thus they are subject to the OSHA requirements on bloodborne pathogens.  Workers are also subject to work in close quarters such as crawl spaces and small rooms.  Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed for lasting quality, effectiveness, appearance, and functionality through conference, inspection, and a review of records.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs semi-skilled to journey level HVAC work in the installation, repair, maintenance and troubleshooting of HVAC systems and equipment.
• Installs, maintains and repairs HVAC and electrical equipment and circuits such as compressors, filters, screens, conduit, wire, switches, gauges, outlets, junction boxes, transformers, motors, and generators.
• Performs HVAC and electrical repair and installation work on heat pumps, gas packs, appliances, timing devices, electric heating units, exhaust systems, smoke detectors, fire alarms and thermostats.
• Isolates and corrects malfunctions in equipment and circuits of a routine, recurring nature; uses diagnostic equipment such as air flow indicators, voltmeters, amp meters, and circuit analyzers.
• Cuts, threads, bends, and installs conduit.
• Disassembles, cleans, repairs, and reassembles electrical motors and related equipment following established procedures.
• Tests, maintains, and repairs all emergency HVAC and electrical equipment.
• Follows a predetermined schedule of preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment and circuits to check for proper operation, loose connections, overheating, leaking, insulation, arcing, deterioration, cleanliness, vibration, alignment, and lubrication.
• Performs manual labor tasks including material handling, maintaining shop area, stocking and organizing supplies and tools.
• Performs work in other trades areas such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing and or building trades fields.
• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of existing and proposed school buildings and facilities.
• Performs preventive maintenance monitoring and preventive repairs.
• Performs related duties as required.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other related work as required

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school supplemented by course work in technical or trade skills and some related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the HVAC and electrical trades.
• Considerable knowledge of safety regulations, occupational hazards and related safety precautions in the work.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of related HVAC, electrical, building, plumbing, carpentry and mechanical trades.
• Skill in the use and care of assigned tools and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair problems and plan and organize appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to exercise independent initiative.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public.
• Possession of valid North Carolina CDL driver’s license is required. If you do not have a valid North Carolina CDL driver’s license at the time of employment, you will have twelve months to obtain the North Carolina CDL driver’s license.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to physically perform the basic life functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing.   Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must possess the visual acuity to operate equipment and distinguish details, read and interpret manuals and guidelines relating to electronic equipment, use measuring and testing devices, assemble and fabricate parts, and prepare simple records.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted

as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Updated 06/27/2019