Mechanic: HVAC II (6:00am- 2:30pm)

JOB SUMMARY
To perform HVAC service (repair, replacement, maintenance, etc.) to ensure a healthy learning environment for students and staff.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Emergencies
• Evenings/Nights
• Extended hours
• Holidays
• Inclement weather conditions
• On call
• Outside of negotiated hours*
• Outside of normal business hours
• Overtime as needed
• Peak season
• Summer hours
• Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects and services central HVAC systems to determine operating efficiency of equipment. Adjusts, repairs, or overhauls such parts as reciprocating compressors, centrifugal pumps, water pumps, coils, motors, louvers, dampers, filters, pneumatic electric and electronic controls, blowers, solenoids and thermostats, humidistats, and registers.
• Installs, adjusts, and places central heating, boilers and burners, ventilating and air-conditioning equipment into operation by checking appropriate gauges and instruments to maintain proper operating conditions within the operating specifications.
• Assists less skilled tradesmen engaged in the servicing, adjustment, replacement, repair and maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning units and systems as well as proper practices and procedures of the trade.
• Advises management of issues that will require a contractor and problems with equipment under warranty or maintenance service contract.
• Reads blueprints, schematic drawings or sketches to determine location, size, capacity, and type of components or units.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required; and
• Technical or Vocational School Beyond High School in related trade preferred.

Experience

• Three (3) years progressively responsible heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning work experience required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of roof top units, heat pumps, and electrical control systems.
• Basic knowledge of refrigeration, HVAC, steam and condensate systems, pressure and temperature checks, and electric including troubleshooting and servicing.
• Working knowledge of plumbing and electrical trades as it pertains to HVAC systems.
• General knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe practices.
• Working knowledge of boiler service and safe practices.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications, and schematics to determine location, size, capacity and type of new equipment specified.
• Ability to diagnose causes of equipment breakdowns, test parts with appropriate instruments, disassembles and assembles parts, and repair equipment and associated components.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate work with others on a job site.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to employee business technology tools (e.g. E-mail, AACPS Intranet, electronic benefits enrollment tool, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
• Must provide own basic hand tools and some test equipment.
• Satisfactory score on any tests required.

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Upon hire, HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) Apprentice License issued by Maryland Board of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors required; and
• Upon hire, Universal Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) Certification issued by US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) required.
• Upon hire, Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
• Proof of a good driving record required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Board Vehicle

CAREER LADDER REQUIREMENTS

Qualification Requirements for Employment in Higher Grade as a New Hire or Transfer requires:

• Two (2) additional years of continuous successful experience required.
• HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) Journeyman or Journeyman Restricted License in Heating (Forced Air and Hydronic) and Air Conditioning issued by Maryland Board of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors required.

Eligibility for Consideration for Advancement from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Two (2) years continuous successful experience in the position at the Lower Grade level.
• Mastery of all responsibilities and duties of the position.
• Achievement of Professional Certification, License or evidence of course completion in pursuit of such certification or license, if applicable.
• Evidence of completion of additional training that may be recommended by supervisor and/or participation in approved professional development programs or courses, approved in advance by the supervisor. Successful completion of a minimum of one professional development within the last two years is required. Successful completion of job specific professional developments identified on the job description, performance evaluations and/or the supervisor’s documented recommendation are required.
• Achievement of identified goals as they relate to the needs of the district and as established by the supervisor.
• Consistent maintenance of an effective and orderly work environment.
• Consistent compliance with general office procedures such as standards contained in the AACPS Employee Handbook; demonstration of discretion and excellent customer service; regular and punctual attendance; and building dress code, including wearing AACPS ID badge.
• Above Satisfactory overall job performance for the two most recent consecutive years of Performance Ratings.
• Letter of Recommendation written by the supervisor.

Additional Requirements for Advancement from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) Journeyman or Journeyman Restricted License in Heating (Forced Air and Hydronic) and Air Conditioning issued by Maryland Board of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors required.

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

• Lead Worker

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pinching (fine motor skills): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Wrist deviation: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pushing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pulling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Balancing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Stooping: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Kneeling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Crouching: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Crawling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Twisting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Squatting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Tasting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Smelling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Repetitive Motions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Driving: under 1/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify/distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment
Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Construction site: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Warehouse environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Shop environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Temperature Change: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Exposure

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather related): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor weather conditions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work near moving mechanical parts: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Work in high, precarious places: under 1/3 percent of the time forty (40) feet vertical ladder and work from scaffolding
• Communicable diseases: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Fumes or airborne particles: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Risk of electrical shock: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Vibration: under 1/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: over 2/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 80 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

• 30% daily within the county moving school to school for work

Employee Safety Statements

• The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.
• The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.

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