What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Mechanic II position at Onslow County Public Schools?
| POSITION TITLE: | HVAC Mechanic II |
| REPORTS TO: | Maintenance Director |
| BEGINNING DATE: | Open Until Filled |
NATURE OF WORK:
An employee in this class constructs, modifies, or repairs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment and environmental control systems. This employee may serve as the technical expert in one or more areas of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning fields. Employees at this level review the heating and cooling requirements and make recommendations to achieve optimum system effectiveness and efficiency. The employee is expected to resolve most problems. Errors may or may not be quickly revealed, and they may result in inefficient and potentially dangerous situations. Work is performed independently under general supervision.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Considerable knowledge of heating, ventilation and refrigeration theory.
- Considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment.
- Considerable knowledge of the design and operation of centrifugal and reciprocal compressors.
- Considerable knowledge of Energy Management Systems and their operations.
- Working knowledge of electricity.
- Ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions and prescribe repair procedures.
- Ability to follow broad written or oral instructions.
- Ability to follow blueprints and diagrams.
- Ability to analyze building heating and air conditioning requirements and recommend systems or modifications.
- Ability to use recycle and recovery equipment.
- Skilled in the use of tools and equipment utilized in the repair of ventilation, air conditioning, and environmental control equipment.
- Must be willing to work weekends or afternoons when necessary.
- Must have and maintain a driving record that qualifies for school system insurance coverage.
- Must be able to obtain CDL (Commercial Divers License) permit within 6 months of employment and CDL License within 1 year of employment
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- High School Diploma or GED, and verifiable job-related training in Commercial HVAC trades.
- Two year HVACR Diploma or Trade School Basic Refrigeration Certification preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicant must hold a current license awarded by the North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating & Fire Sprinkler Contractors in Heating Group 1, Class 1, Heating Group 2, Class1, or Heating Group 3, Class 1 plus an EPA Refrigerant Certification.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months
SALARY: Salary Grade 67
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Troubleshoots and repairs chillers and all manner of HVAC and Commercial Refrigeration equipment and controls, determines parts and work procedures needed to correct problems. This includes but is not limited to: compressors, motors, coils, expansion valves, reversing valves, actuators, large and small pumps, thermostats, wiring, and controls and other parts associated with HVAC and Refrigeration systems.
- Overhauls large compressors.
- Operates and maintains Energy Management equipment and computers and associated software.
- Diagnoses HVAC equipment trouble with automated systems and initiates corrective measures.
- Analyzes HVAC system requirements recommending new systems or modifications.
- Researches new equipment or procedures for possible adoption and use.
- Reads blueprints and diagrams.
- Checks and calibrates electronic and electrical control systems.
- Cleans, lubricates, and services ventilation, air conditioning, and environmental control equipment.
- Installs HVAC and Commercial Refrigeration equipment to NC Building Code standards.
- Wires controls to comply with National Electrical Code.
- Forms metal sheeting into duct.
- Connects and installs piping and duct in distribution systems.
- Adjusts and balances distribution systems to achieve maximum energy efficiency.
- Uses recycle and recovery equipment.
- Adheres to mandated uniform procedures.
- Can perform all duties of HVAC Department at this grade and the grades below.
- Performs other duties as specified by the Maintenance Director or his designee.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to pass employment physical.
- Must be capable of and willing to climb ladders and work on scaffold and lifts.
- Must be drug and alcohol free and will be periodically tested for drugs and alcohol.
- Ability to lift moderate to heavy weight (80-100 pounds), stand, walk, run, bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, climb ladders and work on scaffolding, work from lifts, for extended periods of time.
- Ability to reach with hands and arms routinely along with standing on your feet 8 hours per day conducting manual labor.
- Must be able to drive to a variety of school sites.
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.
Onslow County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs or activities.
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I have read and understand the requirements for the position of HVAC Mechanic II. I am able to perform all essential functions of this position.
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