What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Filter Technician - Facility Maintenance position at North East Independent School District?
Location: Facility Support / Maintenance
Work Schedule: 260 Days
Work Type: Regular Full-Time
Exempt: No
Pay Grade: O3
Second Shift
REASONS TO JOIN NEISD
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Nonessential:
Nonessential:
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one month related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
High School Diplomas and college/university degrees must be obtained from an accredited program or university approved by the United States Department of Education and the Texas Education Agency.
PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY :
Maintain, repair, perform preventive maintenance, clean and replace air conditioning, heating, air filters located in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment located in North East Independent School District (NEISD)
buildings, including air handlers and air distribution systems.
Maintain, repair, perform preventive maintenance, clean and replace air conditioning, heating, air filters located in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment located in North East Independent School District (NEISD)
buildings, including air handlers and air distribution systems.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for ordering, replacing and/or cleaning air conditioning and heating air filters in the HVAC equipment located in the District.
2. Responsible for checking, adjusting, changing belts and lubricating bearings in accordance with the preventative maintenance schedule.
3. Responsible for keeping records of equipment current and maintain good housekeeping and safety habits.
4. Modifies/adjusts filter cages and doors for ease of access.
5. Inspects field related installations and repairs of equipment made by contractors.
6. Responsible for cleaning of chiller coils as necessary.
7. Responsible for securing and maintaining all assigned personal tools, equipment and District vehicles in serviceable condition.
8. Required to perform shop and industrial housekeeping practices that are in the areas associated with the systems being maintained.
9. Responsible for independently assessing the work situation on site, determining the best method of accomplishment and taking the necessary corrective action while following accepted safety practices.
10. Consults with supervisor as needed relative to interpretation of guidance, and extent of work authorized if work requires more than the number of hours allowed by the maintenance service order.
11. Maintains confidentiality of information.
12. Reports to work on time every day.
13. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination to include vision, hearing, alcohol and drug testing
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to drive District vehicles in the performance of assigned tasks. Additionally, the individual must pass a pre-employment physical examination to include vision, hearing, alcohol and drug testing. The employee may be required to submit to drug and alcohol screening at any time throughout employment without prior notification. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn when performing tasks that might subject employee to injury.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is frequently required to work in a confined space. The employee is occasionally exposed to natural gas and propane fumes when working in and around appliances. Worker must be able to read and comprehend warning signs, caution labels and Material Safety Data Sheets to safely/correctly use chemical products. The employee is subject to 24 hour call-out in response to emergencies or other situations that dictate an immediate appearance. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
1. Responsible for ordering, replacing and/or cleaning air conditioning and heating air filters in the HVAC equipment located in the District.
2. Responsible for checking, adjusting, changing belts and lubricating bearings in accordance with the preventative maintenance schedule.
3. Responsible for keeping records of equipment current and maintain good housekeeping and safety habits.
4. Modifies/adjusts filter cages and doors for ease of access.
5. Inspects field related installations and repairs of equipment made by contractors.
6. Responsible for cleaning of chiller coils as necessary.
7. Responsible for securing and maintaining all assigned personal tools, equipment and District vehicles in serviceable condition.
8. Required to perform shop and industrial housekeeping practices that are in the areas associated with the systems being maintained.
9. Responsible for independently assessing the work situation on site, determining the best method of accomplishment and taking the necessary corrective action while following accepted safety practices.
10. Consults with supervisor as needed relative to interpretation of guidance, and extent of work authorized if work requires more than the number of hours allowed by the maintenance service order.
11. Maintains confidentiality of information.
12. Reports to work on time every day.
13. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination to include vision, hearing, alcohol and drug testing
- Knowledge of HVAC equipment and the ability to maintain filtration system in the equipment
- Knowledge of the trade practices used in HVAC maintenance - This knowledge must be coupled with well rounded field experience to perform effective inspections and identify upgrades in operations standards
- Well-rounded field experience necessary to perform effective inspections and identify upgrades in operations standards
- Necessary communication skills to discuss and define issues of mechanical and electrical issues to their appropriate supervisory personnel and/or school administrators
- Ability to calmly think and render sound decisions quickly during periods of extreme pressure or crisis is essential
- Valid Texas Driver's License with driving record that meets the requirements of the District
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to drive District vehicles in the performance of assigned tasks. Additionally, the individual must pass a pre-employment physical examination to include vision, hearing, alcohol and drug testing. The employee may be required to submit to drug and alcohol screening at any time throughout employment without prior notification. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn when performing tasks that might subject employee to injury.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is frequently required to work in a confined space. The employee is occasionally exposed to natural gas and propane fumes when working in and around appliances. Worker must be able to read and comprehend warning signs, caution labels and Material Safety Data Sheets to safely/correctly use chemical products. The employee is subject to 24 hour call-out in response to emergencies or other situations that dictate an immediate appearance. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
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While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed
North East Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Retirement PlanSalary : $42,618 - $59,801