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HVAC MECHANIC

Job Code: 3445
Pay Grade: 111

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

General Functions
   Performs skilled mechanical work in the operation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration, air conditioning and heating equipment.

This is skilled work at the experienced worker level in operating, maintaining and repairing refrigeration, air conditioning and heating equipment in County buildings.

An employee in a position allocated to this class performs various duties involving the installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of cooling and heating equipment requiring the services of a certified mechanic. Work involves maintaining and repairing refrigeration units ranging in size from standard refrigerators to walk-in freezers and air conditioning equipment ranging in size from domestic window units to commercial systems.

Work assignments are received by means of written job orders or oral instructions and work in performed under the general supervision of a higher-grade employee who reviews work upon completion for conformance with established processes and procedures.
 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  
  • Operates, maintains and repairs food refrigeration, water cooling and air conditioning units and equipment by repairing, replacing or adjusting worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors and water and vacuum pumps; tests equipment for refrigerant leaks, repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings and couplings; removes and installs motors, thermostats and humidistats, adjusts expansion valves; adjusts or changes belts; replaces gaskets, hinges and hardware; adds gas to systems and units; checks gauges and makes inspection for preventative maintenance.
  • Inspects and adjusts refrigeration, air conditioning and heating equipment and controls to ensure efficient operations.
  • Maintains and repairs heating systems.
  • Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine location, size, capacity and type of component needed to repair equipment.
  • May install new air conditioning and refrigeration units and run necessary duct work.
  • Performs related work as required.
 
Minimum Qualifications
   Graduation from a Trade School and two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the trade school requirement.

Must posses Universal EPA Section 608 certification; OR Type I AND Type II EPA Section 608 certification.

Applicants with only Type II EPA Section 608 certification, if selected, must achieve Type I certification within 2 months of hire.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.

May be required to perform mandatory Emergency Standby Duty.
 
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12/20/2011