REFRIGERATION MECHANIC

REFRIGERATION MECHANIC

WORK LOCATION: Starke, FL

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS (DMA)

The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida.

OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses
• Training Opportunities

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• AND Two (2) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of Refrigeration Systems

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect and maintain air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment.
• Install new air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration units.
• Maintain shop equipment and comply with environmental regulations.
• Recharge air conditioning and refrigeration units with refrigerants as necessary.
• Responsible for all other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the procedures and methods for installing, repairing, and maintaining refrigeration and air-conditioning units and component parts.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the skilled building trades or mechanical repair work.
• Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work.
• Skill in using hand tools.
• Skill in installing, repairing, and maintaining refrigeration units and component parts.
• Skilled in operation of a backhoe.
• Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to perform a variety of skilled trades functions.
• Ability to take accurate measurements.
• Ability to follow instructions.