Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) - Refrigeration Tech.

Class Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC)

This is skilled maintenance work involving the responsibility for the operation, maintenance and repair of building heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and related systems. Supervision is received from the Director of Educational Facilities. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate cleaning and maintenance personnel. The incumbent does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities and Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) Expectations:

• Develops appropriate operating, repair, maintenance and safety practices for heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and related equipment and systems;
• Repairs and replaces electrical controls, thermostats, relays, pumps and related equipment;
• Investigates and resolves complaints concerning heating and ventilating;
• Makes emergency repairs to equipment and takes emergency action in connection with equipment failure to insure reinstatement of serviceability;
• Installs and repairs electrical systems;
• Installs and repairs plumbing and piping;
• Makes recommendations in the purchase of equipment and supplies;
• May review work done by contractors;
• May perform work in other trades;
• May be required to participate in snow and ice control activities;
• May be required to operate a motor vehicle in connection with assignments;
• Performs a variety of related duties as required.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics and Key Qualities of Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC): Thorough knowledge of the construction, operation, maintenance and safety procedures of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and related equipment; good knowledge of practice, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of buildings; ability to repair and maintain heating, air conditioning, and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner; ability to act quickly and efficiently in the event of a mechanical failure; ability to understand oral and written directions; mechanical aptitude; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the positions.