Hvac Mechanic I

Beaumont Independent School District
Job Description

JOB TITLE:
HVAC Mechanic I
CLASSIFICATION:
Nonexempt

REPORTS TO:
HVAC Supervisor
PAY GRADE:
MTD
7
Choose

of days worked

LOCATION:

Maintenance/Operations
DATE REVISED:
2/15/2017

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Perform skilled, independent work in the repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance of large air conditioning systems along with related systems and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Ability to read and write and have communication skills necessary to converse with various types of persons
Must have and maintain certification required by the HVAC Department, i.e., refrigerant reclaim certification
Must maintain valid Texas drivers license and insurable driving record
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work
Thorough knowledge of the heating, refrigeration and air condition equipment
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions and to work from blueprints and sketches
Considerable skills in heating and correcting defects in heating, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Experience:
Five years experience as HVAC Mechanic preferred
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Maintenance and Repair
Maintain all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment on assigned campuses along with peripheral related equipment (chillers, air handlers, fan coils, basic controls, dx units, related piping, and air compressors).
Manage assigned work orders, maintaining material and labor costs applied to each job.
Show accountability for supplies purchased or issued.
Care for and maintain assigned vehicles and tools.
Meet performance standards.
Perform scheduled and emergency repairs and/or maintenance as directed.
Always act in lead position unless accompanied by other designated Class I employee.
Safety
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Maintain tools and equipment; perform preventive maintenance as required.
Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized facility and work area.
Other
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evening maintenance and/or adjusted hours, as assigned.
Attendance is a requirement of this position.
Carry out all duties in accordance with BISD Board of Education policies and administrative regulations.
Maintain a high personal standard in the following areas: attitude, cooperation, dependability, judgment, initiative, self-improvement, and as a role model for students.
Conduct oneself in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner in accordance with generally accepted community standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
EQUIPMENT USED:
Vehicle, meters (electrical, temperature, flow), pressure gauges, hand tools, vacuum pump, refrigerant recovery unit, pipe threaders, torch and welding unit
WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands
Maintain emotional control under stress
Work with frequent interruptions
Communication (verbal and written)
Interpretive skills (policy, procedures, data)
Concentration; differentiating; memorizing; reading; problem solving
Physical Demands
Must be able to distinguish basic colors for the purpose of electrical safety
Medium lifting and carrying with minimum floor to knuckle lift of 75 lbs
Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, and some shoveling
Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching
Operation of a motor vehicle
Environmental Demands
Occasional prolonged or irregular hours of work
Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces
Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures; excessive humidity and dampness
Exposure to noise, vibration, and electrical hazards
Exposure to a small amount of fumes from silicone, glues, and adhesives
Exposure to dust, smoke, gas, solvents, grease, and oil
Work with ladders, scaffolds, and personnel lifts
Work around machinery with moving parts; work around moving objects and vehicles
May work alone
Frequent districtwide travel

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.