| Purpose: |
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Under close supervision, this position performs tasks in maintenance, repair and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems in City facilities. |
| Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: |
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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Operates acetylene cutting torch, welder, etc.
- Installs heating/air conditioning/refrigeration/ventilation equipment (I.e. mount compressors/condensers, cut/bend/join tubing, connect electrical wiring, inject freon, fit pipes, install thermostats etc.)
- Measures, cuts, and bends wire and conduit using rulers and hand tools.
- Reads profiles and blueprints.
- Repairs and replaces defective parts and components in heating/air conditioning/refrigeration/ventilation systems (I.e. motors, fans, wiring, condensers, evaporators, compressors, thermostats, etc.)
- Checks equipment for proper operation, safety, and/or needed maintenance.
- Operates soldering tools.
- Records data on appropriate form/log, etc.
- Performs basic service on pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, etc.
- Repacks, changes oil and filters, lubricates, etc.
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| Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: |
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None.
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| Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of steam boilers and related building plant equipment.
- Knowledge of equipment and methods used in regulating and measuring pressures temperatures and factors related to heating equipment.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of tools, materials and methods used in maintenance and repair of ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning.
- Knowledge of regulations and codes concerning heating and refrigeration systems.
- Knowledge of basic electricity and plumbing.
- Knowledge of water and heating system installation, maintenance and repair methods, tools and materials.
- Knowledge of using reading and writing effectively to the level of task performed.
- Knowledge of local ordinances and building codes.
- Knowledge of departmental rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of welding parts and high and low pressure steam vessels & pipes &of codes & regulations pertaining to such.
- Skill in accurately reading instruments and/or meters and making accurate instruments recordings.
- Skill in reading and interpreting sketches, machine drawings, plans and specifications and in laying out work.
- Skill in performing manual labor and in handling equipment carefully.
- Skill in performing emergency and routine repairs and maintenance as required.
- Skill in understanding oral and written instructions.
- Skill in operating hand drills, welding and soldering equipment etc.
- Skill in reading and writing necessary to the level of tasks performed.
- Skill in preparing rough sketches or work and estimates of materials and labor.
- Skill in performing heavy manual work.
- Skill in tracing and analyzing causes of plumbing and heating troubles and in making repairs.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
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- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years experience in building maintenance or repair, which included HVAC, plumbing, or electrical work.
- One (1) year of relevant work experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.
- Completion of approved course of training in air conditioning and refrigeration systems may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
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| Licenses and Certifications Required: |
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None.
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