HVAC Technician II

HVAC Technician

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled level work in the maintenance and repair of ventilation, air conditioning and environmental control systems. Work includes the independent performance of less technical tasks of the HVAC trade for which detailed instructions are available. As experience is gained, more technical tasks are performed under supervision.

Employee must exercise independent judgment and initiative in performing assigned tasks. Employee must also exercise tact and courtesy in contacts with various school officials. Reports to HVAC Supervisor.

Plan layout, install and repair wiring, heating and air conditioning equipment, kitchen equipment and control equipment.

Plan new or modified installations to minimize waste of materials.

Provide access for future maintenance and consistent with specifications local codes.

Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install piping. Splice wire by stripping insulation from terminal leads, twisting or soldering wires together and applying tape or terminal cups.

Connect wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment.

Install controls such as switches, relays and solenoids.

Install compressors in air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

Maintain gas fired equipment, such as kitchen equipment, boilers and water heaters.

Connect wiring to equipment, such as motors and compressors.

Test continuity of circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components with testing instruments such as ohmmeter and circuit tracer.

Repair faulty equipment or systems.

Distribute and/or assign mechanics work orders on a daily basis.

Other related duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Director.

High School Diploma or GED.

Valid N.C. Driver's License.

Seven (7) years related experience and/or training in HVAC.

Ability to exert over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.

Climbing/Balancing Frequently Time Pressure Occasionally Crawling/Kneeling Frequently Emergency Situation Occasionally Walking Frequently Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally Running Rarely Performing Multiple Tasks Frequently Standing Simultaneously Working Closely with others as part of a Team Bending/Stooping Frequently Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently Lifting/Carrying Frequently Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently Grasping/Twisting Frequently Other Reaching Frequently Pushing/Pulling Occasionally Fingering/Typing Occasionally

Mechanical Hazards Constantly Respiratory Hazards Sometimes Chemical Hazards Frequently Extreme Temperatures Sometimes Electrical Hazards Constantly Noise and Vibration Frequently Fire Hazards Occasionally Wetness/Humidity Sometimes Explosives Rarely Physical Hazards Dangerous Occasionally Communicable Diseases Occasionally Physical Danger or Abuse Rarely Other Rarely

Office Environment Vehicle Warehouse Outdoors Shop School/Administrative Buildings

Laptop Desktop computer (may be docking station with laptop) e-mail address Outlook VPN Cell phone Pager Two-way radio iPad Office phone Fax Printer 5 digit extension 10 digit telephone number District vehicle AS400 SharePoint Software (list Microsoft office, Adobe) Audio recording device Website access Building access key/code

Hard hat gloves flash protective equipment suit occasionally steel toe shoes safety glasses safety vests

Retrieving devices Ladder fork lift crane truck hoist scissors lift pipe benders metering devices

Optional: Wi-Fi hotspot to access VPN while away from their workstation (the person may already have his/her own access)