HVAC - Apprentice

HVAC - Apprentice

The job of HVAC - Apprentice is done for the purpose of maintaining heating/air conditioning systems and/or refrigeration systems; identifying repair and/or replacement needs necessary to maintain equipment and systems; providing appropriate documentation required by other personnel and for conforming to regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in repair and installation in other areas of maintenance as may be required for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.
• Assists other trades personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Coordinates with administration and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently.
• Diagnoses problems and/or failures in heating/air conditioning/refrigeration systems and/or generators for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and replacement needs.
• Fabricates sheet metal systems for the purpose of ensuring availability of appropriate materials for installation or repair.
• Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders (e.g. computerized control systems, electronic console, etc.) for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with health and safety regulations.
• Inspects facilities, systems and their components for the purpose of ensuring safety and identifying necessary repairs and providing an ongoing program of preventive maintenance.
• Installs heating/air conditioning/refrigeration equipment and systems for the purpose of providing comfort inside facilities.
• Maintains tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Repairs various items, systems and/or components (e.g. chiller equipment, cooling towers, exhaust/heating equipment, exhaust fan systems, low temperature & ice makers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the job site.

Other Functions:

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work.

Job Requirements:

Mental Requirements:

• Learning Development- Level C: Sufficient to read and write technical instruction, understand standardized methods, operate specialized and varied equipment, perform standard mathematical applications. Learning development involves the equivalent of some technical or vocational training beyond high school, often resulting in a certification.
• Problem Solving - Level 1: Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration, and planning to adequately respond and carry out work activities.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Skill - Level A: Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.
• Physical Effort - Level 2: Job requires light physical effort as a part of regular work routine, such as frequent standing and walking; frequent lifting, guiding, and/or carrying of light-weight materials or equipment; occasional periods of sustained effort.

Social Requirements:

• Human Relations Skill- Level A: Job requires ordinary conversational skills and courtesy to exchange routine information, provide routine assistance, and/or help maintain harmony among work associates.
• Scope of Contacts - Level 1: The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.

Work Environment:

• Performance Environment - Level A: Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.
• Physical Working Conditions - Level 2: Somewhat disagreeable conditions. Work may be performed in cramped or awkward positions. Occasional exposure to safety hazards, disease, or contamination results in chance for lost-time accidents. Occasional exposure to noise, temperature extremes, etc.

Accountability:

• Level of Accountability -Level B: Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.
• Organizational Impact - Level 1: Work results impact the immediate work section with little effect beyond. Responsible for results or services that facilitate the work of others in a specific work group.

Experience, Education, and Certifications:

• Experience: Job related experience is required.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability. EPA Certified is desirable.

Compensation Details:

• FLSA Status: Non Exempt
• Pay Schedule: Hourly - Grade 111
• Work Calendar: Support 12 Months Long

Non Discrimination Statement:

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.