Air Conditioning Mechanic II

LOCATION : KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | Plant Maintenance

POSITION STATUS : 1.00 | Permanent

SALARY RANGE : BU01 | WS10

SALARY RATE: $80,148.00 (Annual Salary) based on the FTE

JOB DUTIES : The function of the Facilities and Maintenance Department is to provide continued and safe operation of all utility services. Maintains safe operation of the physical plant and all utilities, equipment, building fixed and portable. Perpetually inspects buildings, equipment, and grounds to determine maintenance and repairs needed; and maintains perpetual job schedules that provide preventive maintenance for all fixed structures and equipment. The Air Conditioning Mechanic II is primarily involved in the installation, inspection, operation, overhaul and repair of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Other duties include performing maintenance and repair on heat, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment and working on projects including work requiring the use of plumbing, painting, welding, hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic and mechanical equipment and performing other duties as assigned. This position may be subject to on call duties.

THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated; the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Two (2) years of work experience in the repair, overhaul and maintenance of air conditioning and refrigerating systems, as a fully competent Air Conditioning Mechanic.

SUPERVISORY APTITUDE: Applicants must demonstrate evidence of supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects, by details to supervisory position, by completion of supervisory skills in assignments, or by favorable appraisals of a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant’s overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered.

CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: In accordance with Section 608 of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Air Act, 1990, as amended, certification as a Type I, Type II, Type III or Universal technician is required.

KNOWLEDGES AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

· KNOWLEDGE OF: Methods and procedures in the operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation systems; servicing requirements, tools, chemicals, and testing equipment relating to the operation and maintenance of air conditioning and refrigerating systems; basic safety procedures.

· ABILITY TO: Plan, assign, and review the work of others; maintain, service, and repair air conditioning and refrigerating units; use and maintain tools and equipment pertinent to the trade; develop maintenance schedule for air conditioning and refrigerating systems; estimate time, materials and labor needed to perform repair jobs; give and follow oral and written instructions; keep and make written reports.

ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS

The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities. If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.

MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted.

CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under the federal law for unrestricted employment and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.

MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination, which includes drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, two-step tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for physical examinations, except the cost for drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically, and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. Applicable checks may include, but are not limited to, state and federal criminal history records, child abuse and neglect registry check, adult protective services registry and sex offender registry records, etc. If a job offer is made or employment is begun prior to completion of all applicable checks, any offer of employment or continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory return of all required checks.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Administrative Review, subsequent appeals: If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete a Request for Administrative Review form (available on the HHSC website) or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee. Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include: 1) The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2) the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is statute or rule violation, and 3) any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted. Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals. The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.

CONTACT INFORMATION : KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL is located at 79-1019 Haukapila Street Kealakekua, HI 96750. For employment opportunities, please contact (808) 322-4458, email: konajobs@hhsc.org or visit our website at https://www.hhsc.org/.

Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at (808) 322-4458, konajobs@hhsc.org.

Salary : $80,148