HVAC Mechanic / CNP Technician

HVAC Mechanic / CNP Technician

Reports to : Director

Department : Child Nutrition

Pay Grade

M 8 @ 260 days

Funding Source : Qualifications

Primary Purpose :

Under general supervision, maintain, repair, and install heating and HVAC systems and equipment throughout the district campus kitchens

Education / Certification :

High school diploma or GED

Must have a valid Texas Driver's License

Two (2) year technical program

HVAC and EPA approved Certification Type I & II (universal preferred)

Food Handlers Certification

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to use hand and power tools

Experience :

3 years' experience in HVAC field

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable

PSJA Leadership Skills and Expectations

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics as they lead others.

Positive Engagement

Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table

Builds relationships - Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholders

Exhibits professionalism - Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growth

Models ethics - Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholders

Communicates effectively- Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district vision

Student-centered Excellence

Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staff

Demonstrates expertise - Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competence

Establishes shared vision - Articulates the school's mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a reality

Implements plans- Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resources

Expects results - Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvement

Joint Empowerment

Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action

Promotes collaboration - Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the district

Inspires Action - Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goals

Builds capacity - Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goals

Develops leaders - Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignments

Adaptive Innovation

Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers

Scans Environment - Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district's future advancement

Manages change - Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared vision

Champions solutions - Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing things

Acknowledges outcomes - Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failure

Technical Skills, Responsibilities and Duties

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

• To follow a preventive maintenance schedule in order to assist in maintaining and repairing Food Service equipment and facilities.
• Assist in maintaining, repairing, and replacing parts on all kitchen equipment :
• Assist in removing usable parts from surplus equipment and utilizing them for existing working equipment.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
• Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctions in various types of heating and refrigeration systems. Repair, replace, or calibrate controls including thermostats and switches.
• Install new heating and refrigeration systems and components and relocate and expand existing HVAC systems as needed. Fabricate and assemble CNP HVAC systems according to code specifications and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.
• Receive and complete work orders. Select materials and hardware, make time and materials cost estimates, and maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials including maintaining coolant dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Complete annual professional standard requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used : Electrical measuring and testing equipment; welding equipment; hand tools; power tools; hoist; light truck or van

Posture : Frequent standing, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing / pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion : Frequent walking, climbing stairs / ladders / scaffolding, grasping / squeezing, wrist flexion / extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting : Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment : Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; may work on rooftops; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; may work irregular and prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands : Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.