What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Mechanic-TM position at Louisville Metro Government?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Operates hand and power tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Inspects, services and repairs air conditioning units, heat pumps, electric, oil and gas furnaces and heaters, and ventilating fans and electric motorsYou must be certified as a Refrigerant Type III or Universal Technician by the ESCO Institute as required by EPA regulations 40 CFR part 82 subpart F to be considered for this position.
UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION
Monitors inventory levels and orders parts, supplies, equipment, and materials
Inspects wiring, fuses and circuit breakers to ensure there is adequate power to operate the air conditioning unit
Places air conditioning unit on support frame, secures and levels unit in position, and completes installation according to manufacturer's instructions
Inspects, services and repairs heat pumps, electric, oil and gas furnaces and heaters, and ventilating fans and electric motors
Cleans, services, repairs and performs preventive maintenance on window unit air conditioners and central air conditioning units in the shop and at department locations; and replaces filters, lubricates parts and adjusts controls
Discusses malfunctions and failures with department employees in order to identify the problem and necessary repairs
Examines malfunctioning unit, dismantles whole or parts of unit, repairs or replaces switches, fuses, relays, electrical wiring, copper tubing, fan motors, fans, thermostats, capacitors, compressors, evaporators and other components
Reassembles unit after testing and makes adjustments to ensure efficient operation
Injects freon or other refrigerant into compressors to increase the level to the manufacturer's prescribed operating pressure standard
Verifies pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure their proper operation
Operates and uses multimeter, voltmeter, ohmmeter, amp meter, circuit tester, freon gauge, freon recovery equipment, vacuum pump, flaring tools, pipe bender, drills, gas and electric leak detectors, saws, grinders, vise, pliers, and screwdrivers
Installs, inspects, services and repairs pumps, exhaust fans, compressors, air handlers, boilers, chillers, fan coils, duct work, any piping used for heating and cooling
Cleans coils, replaces and tightens belts, cleans and unstops drain pans on window unit air conditioners and central air conditioning units in the shop and at department locations
Performs related workCertificate from a two year vocational program
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
WORK EXPERIENCE
One year of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems installation, maintenance, repair or inspection experience
EQUIVALENCY
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA
Must be certified as a Refrigerant Type III or Universal Technician by the ESCO Institute as required by EPA regulations 40 CFR part 82 subpart F
Must differentiate various colors of color coded wires
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related workEOE
Operates hand and power tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
Inspects, services and repairs air conditioning units, heat pumps, electric, oil and gas furnaces and heaters, and ventilating fans and electric motorsYou must be certified as a Refrigerant Type III or Universal Technician by the ESCO Institute as required by EPA regulations 40 CFR part 82 subpart F to be considered for this position.
UNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION
Monitors inventory levels and orders parts, supplies, equipment, and materials
Inspects wiring, fuses and circuit breakers to ensure there is adequate power to operate the air conditioning unit
Places air conditioning unit on support frame, secures and levels unit in position, and completes installation according to manufacturer's instructions
Inspects, services and repairs heat pumps, electric, oil and gas furnaces and heaters, and ventilating fans and electric motors
Cleans, services, repairs and performs preventive maintenance on window unit air conditioners and central air conditioning units in the shop and at department locations; and replaces filters, lubricates parts and adjusts controls
Discusses malfunctions and failures with department employees in order to identify the problem and necessary repairs
Examines malfunctioning unit, dismantles whole or parts of unit, repairs or replaces switches, fuses, relays, electrical wiring, copper tubing, fan motors, fans, thermostats, capacitors, compressors, evaporators and other components
Reassembles unit after testing and makes adjustments to ensure efficient operation
Injects freon or other refrigerant into compressors to increase the level to the manufacturer's prescribed operating pressure standard
Verifies pressure and vacuum gauges and adjusts controls to insure their proper operation
Operates and uses multimeter, voltmeter, ohmmeter, amp meter, circuit tester, freon gauge, freon recovery equipment, vacuum pump, flaring tools, pipe bender, drills, gas and electric leak detectors, saws, grinders, vise, pliers, and screwdrivers
Installs, inspects, services and repairs pumps, exhaust fans, compressors, air handlers, boilers, chillers, fan coils, duct work, any piping used for heating and cooling
Cleans coils, replaces and tightens belts, cleans and unstops drain pans on window unit air conditioners and central air conditioning units in the shop and at department locations
Performs related workCertificate from a two year vocational program
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
WORK EXPERIENCE
One year of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems installation, maintenance, repair or inspection experience
EQUIVALENCY
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA
Must be certified as a Refrigerant Type III or Universal Technician by the ESCO Institute as required by EPA regulations 40 CFR part 82 subpart F
Must differentiate various colors of color coded wires
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
Salary : $30
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