HVAC Mechanic, Licensed - Variable Hours

HVAC Mechanic

Position Title: HVAC Licensed Mechanic Classification: Teamsters Reports To: Director of Facilities and/or his assignee Position Goal: Maintain, repair and install a variety of heating, air conditioning, ventilation and refrigeration equipment/including; but not limited to: centrifugal chillers, reciprocating chillers, cooling towers, large air handlers, split system cooling/heat pump systems, unit ventilators, window air conditioners, air dryers, ice makers, walk-in coolers and freezers, pumps, water fountains and associated equipment.

Essential Functions: Other duties may be assigned. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following fundamental duties: Repairs and services air conditioning, heating and ventilating equipment. Repairs and services pumps, air compressors and circulating pumps associated with air conditioning and heating equipment and systems. Uses hand and electrical tools to complete assigned tasks. Utilizes specialized test and calibration equipment. Monitor work operations to insure compliance with prescribed specifications, quality standards, and schedule commitments. Repairs and replaces worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors and pumps. Inventories and maintains shop stock of critical spare parts. Maintains all equipment in proper operating condition. Provide technical guidance and direction to lower level personnel. Repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings and couplings. Tests refrigeration equipment for refrigerant leaks. Removes and installs motors, thermostats and humidistats. Adjusts expansion valves and adds gas to refrigeration units. Checks gauges and performs preventive maintenance work. Assembles and installs refrigeration or air conditioning components such as controls, gauges, valves, circulating pumps, condensers, humidifiers, evaporators and compressors. Measure and cut piping, and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment Start up system and test for leaks using test devices. Recharge system with refrigerant, check and test regulators, calibrate system and perform routine maintenance or servicing Maintains cooling towers, water treatment facilities and tower distribution system. Maintains electrical and pneumatic control systems. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. This job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities and management may revise it at any time.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE : High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus 2 years apprenticeship or trades training in HVAC service and repair. (Demonstrated aptitude or competence for performing work outlined under essential functions.) CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid Pennsylvania operator's license. Valid copy of Reading HVAC License. Requires current certification by the EPA as a Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and technical and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate scope of work and plans of actions to management, building administrators, custodians and maintenance personnel. Ability to complete work order forms, time sheets, and other departmental forms. Ability to prepare sketches, drawings and plans. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts utilizing addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Ability to compute areas, circumference, length, width, depth and volume. Ability to calculate percentages discounts and total costs. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to collect/compile information to determine appropriate course of action. Ability to adapt to unforeseen field conditions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES : Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in a specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely in oral and written communication. Ability to operate district vehicles. Ability to remain current on new procedures, materials, equipment and techniques. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Work involves exposure to unpleasant elements, extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, chemicals, etc. Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions, and may include the use of protective gear. The employee must frequently move and/or lift up to 50 pounds such as materials and equipment. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, dept perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to hear conversations in noisy environments. The employee must be able to drive all district vehicles. The employee is responsible to provide for the safety and well being of those within the immediate vicinity of where the essential functions of the job are being performed.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position demands meeting deadlines and ability to work overtime in order to meet reporting deadlines.

Terms of Employment: As per terms and conditions set forth in the contract between the School District of Reading and the Teamsters Local Union No. 429.