Indoor Air Quality

Job Overview Position Title: Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Mechanic Reports to: IAQ Supervisor Classification: Auxiliary (Skilled Labor) Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Days: 250 Salary: See Compensation Plan for Auxiliary Pay Plan, Pay Grade 307 Contract: None Date Revised: 11/15/2023 Primary Purpose: Perform the full range of duties associated with the indoor air quality (IAQ) by installing, maintaining, and repairing ventilation, air conditioning, and environmental control systems. Complex jobs will be reviewed with the supervisor to determine appropriate procedures and to assure that proper work methods are being followed. Employees receive work orders indicating the nature of the work to be done. They are expected to determine the materials, tools, and repair procedures needed. Limited supervision is given to this employee. Qualifications / Skills Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent. Two (2) years of college preferred HVAC courses. Valid current Class "C" Texas driver's license. EPA Universal license Certified to handle CFC's under 40CFR, Part 82, sub part F or willing to secure within the 1st year of hiring. Preferred Stationary Building Engineer License or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment. Prefer HVAC license or electrical maintenance license with City of Houston or state; a positive asset but not a requirement. Special Knowledge / Skills: Working knowledge of heating, ventilation and refrigeration theory; practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment; design and operation of centrifugal and reciprocal compressors; electricity; pneumatic and digital control systems; communication with district employees and community; proficiency with specialized test and processing control equipment, including HVAC programming, laptops for downloading control programs, troubleshooting of computer process boards on various brands of cooling and heating equipment; independent safe‑to‑operate decisions; mold cleaning. Experience: Minimum 3-5 years preferred. Major Duties and Responsibilities Maintenance and Repair: Troubleshoot and repair HVAC controls to achieve proper indoor air quality; clean, lubricate and service ventilation, air conditioning, and environmental control equipment; repair, replace, or calibrate controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring; conduct energy management conservation surveys; receive and complete work orders; select material and hardware and generate time, materials, and job estimates; maintain accurate records; maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials; work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects; detect needed repairs; respond to emergency calls during regular and after hours. Safety: Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures; ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition; follow established safety procedures and techniques; correct unsafe conditions; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment. Other: Adhere to all federal, state, and municipal laws, regulations, or codes and local board and departmental policies; complete daily man‑hour logs; act as Project Lead person and point of contact, assist with new construction issues, assist energy operator, and work with city and village inspector when requested; possible on‑call for after‑hours, weekends, holidays; perform other duties as assigned. Equipment Used Laptop, meters, gauges, welding equipment, ladder, hoist, hand and power tools, pipe bender, and propane torch. Light truck or van. Working Conditions Physical Demands: Ability to perform extensive physical and repetitive activities including standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crawling, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, carrying, climbing ladder, driving truck or van; moderate lifting and carrying up to 105 lbs; frequent district wide travel. Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; position requires regular in‑person interaction with public. Environmental Factors: Work for continuous or extended periods exposed to sun, heat, cold, poor weather conditions and/or mechanical room or equipment noise. Other Supervisory responsibilities: None Equal Opportunity Statement Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above. #J-18808-Ljbffr Spring Branch Independent School District