THE OPPORTUNITY 
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES 
 Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of and ability to install, maintain, and repair various types of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration systems.
• Lay out, install, and maintain heating and ventilating duct systems.
• Maintain and repair steam and water boilers.
• Repair and replace control valves.
• Complete scheduled inspections of all equipment, check pressure valves, and belts.
• Maintain records of inspections and work performed.
• Clean coils, oils fans, change filters, and adjust air flow.

Analytical and Problem Solving Skills

• Troubleshoot units not functioning properly and repair or replace defective or worn parts; diagnose problems and repair pneumatic and electronic control systems.
• Determine parts and equipment needed for maintenance and repair work and submit job estimates.
• Review operational charts on boilers and air conditioning equipment to determine efficient operation or significant deviations from normal.

Communication Skills

• Accurately and concisely exchanges information with others, both orally and in writing.
• Effectively follows written and oral instruction and is able to give instructions to others.
• Actively listens to others for full understanding of what is being communicated.
• Comprehends and interprets technical material related to the job.
• Records project information to ensure accurate reporting.

Safety Conscious

• Ability to engage in safe work practices.
• Ability to comply with all applicable regulations and safety procedures regarding the installation, maintenance and repair of air conditioning/HVAC systems.

Required License/Education

• Possession of a Universal Technician certificate as required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in accordance with Section 608 of the Clean Air Act for dealing with refrigerants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
Click here for the complete listing of the minimum qualifications for Sheriff's Air Conditioning MechanicSPECIAL QUALIFICATIONSMust not have been convicted of a felony. Must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner.
 
Background screening includes completing of a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, fingerprinting and may include a polygraph test. Some of the areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use and credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification (i.e. degree, license, or official transcripts. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Sheriff Human Resources screens all applications to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Department. After the initial screening, the qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
Based on the Departments needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
ELIGIBLE LIST
After all procedures have been completed, the Sheriff Human Resources will establish an eligible list of qualified candidates.
 
VETERANS EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.EMAIL NOTIFICATION:

Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in your application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
 Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Maria Cervantes at (714) 834-5624 or email at mcervantes@ocsheriff.gov. 

ORANGE COUNTY, AS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, ENCOURAGES APPLICANTS FROM DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS TO APPLY.