HVAC Technician

HVAC TechnicianTo be responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining and repairing heating, cooling, and ventilation systems and equipment (five ton and under heating/cooling units, freezers and coolers) at all schools, offices, and departments throughout the division.Installs new heating, cooling and ventilation systems; Inspects current HVAC systems and equipment for effectiveness and safety; Performs preventative maintenance on HVAC systems to increase longevity; Troubleshoots current HVAC system issues; Repairs damaged HVAC systems and equipment; Is punctual and adheres to a daily schedule with multiple assignments in different locations; Has strong communication skills with the ability to explain HVAC issues with supervisor, school administrators, and employees; Maintains a clean and safe work area; Uses and wears safety and/or protective equipment, as appropriate; Attends in-service training to develop and improve knowledge and skills of a proficient maintenance crew member; Adheres to proper cleaning methods, storage, and proper care of equipment and supplies; Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities; Reports all accidents and/or potential hazards to the Director of Operations immediately, or as soon as reasonably possible; Responds to other miscellaneous requests submitted by faculty and staff; and Performs other work-related tasks as assigned by administration.HVAC certification preferred; Minimum 3 years experience in the field preferred; Valid driver's license.This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 25 lbs., with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 75 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required include stooping and/or kneeling, reaching, talking, hearing, and seeing.Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity. Adaptability to dealing with people beyond giving and receiving instruction. Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.Intelligence: Ability to reason and make judgments. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with them. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately. Data Perception: Ability to understand and interpret information which may be presented in the form of graphs, charts, or tables.The environment exposes the employee to potentially hazardous substances. Work is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, noise and hazards.Lee County Public Schools has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.