Job Description

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Position: HVAC MECHANIC II (261-day employment term)

Schedule: Monday thru Friday 7:00 am -- 3:00 pm

Qualifications:

MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE THE WV STATE BOARD APPROVED COMPETENCY TEST FOR HVAC MECHANIC II

MUST HAVE COMPLETED A HVAC COURSE OF STUDY FROM AN ACCREDITED SCHOOL/INSTITUTION

MUST CURRENTLY HOLD: EPA HVAC UNIVERSAL CERTIFICATION/LICENSE

HVAC Mechanical controls experience preferred

ADDITIONAL DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED

HVAC MECHANIC II

This position helps to maintain all aspects of the heating and ventilation and refrigeration systems in the county's physical facilities in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of facilities may be made at all times. This position is also responsible to insure compliance with Federal and State air quality regulations, School Building Authority rules, and Health Department requirements.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Additional duties may be assigned.

• Estimates cost of materials and labor in relation to jobs

• Operates and maintains the county temperature control system

• Diagnoses and corrects temperature control problems in pneumatic and electronic control systems

• Troubleshoots and repairs various refrigeration equipment and systems

• Troubleshoots and repairs various types of boilers, heating equipment and systems

• Completes preventive maintenance on heating and cooling equipment

• Maintains regular attendance

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5; Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c;Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code §18A-4- 8b; demonstrated competency, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8e (state-approved competency test) as required. 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, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performance essential functions. "Heating and Air Conditioning Mechanic II" means a person employed at the journeyman level to install, repair and maintain heating and air conditioning plants and related electrical equipment. (Pursuant to WV Code § 18A-4-8)

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Demonstrated training in related performance responsibilities through completion of a HVAC training program through an accredited institution

• Must hold HVAC- Universal License Certification for refrigerant

• Demonstrates heating/ventilation and air condition recovery system protocol

• Possess and maintain a valid West Virginia driver's license

• Ability to write reports and complete work orders consistent with the duties of this position

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff and general public

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference consistent with the duties of this position

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations consistent with the duties of this position

• Ability to interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, administrators, maintenance staff and business contractors and contacts outside the county

• Skills in refrigeration installation, maintenance and repair at journeyman level

• Knowledge of refrigeration tasks and test equipment

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists consistent with the duties of this position

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described 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. While perform the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, climb, talk, hear, see and use intricate repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 75 pounds of materials, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and staff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment includes indoor as well as outdoor settings and can range in temperature from below freezing to 90°F. The work surface can include unfinished crawl spaces and attics as well as roof tops, walkin freezers, and concrete floors or pads. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud (60-90 dB). The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Crew Leader
DEFINITION "Crew Leader" means personnel employed to organize the work for a crew of maintenance employees to carry out assigned projects. WV Code 18A-4-8.

Qualification Standards:

Has experience in certified area of maintenance work. Is able to demonstrate abilities to prioritize work orders and work schedules to produce positive and productive results. Is capable of supervising personnel in assigned area. Possesses good skills in working with other school personnel.

Personal Qualities:

• Has interpersonal skills needed to work with both professional and service personnel.
• Makes good judgments in emergency situations.
• Assigns tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Prioritizes tasks in a consistent manner.
• Possesses good communication skills.
• Sets short and long range goals.
• Keeps abreast of new techniques and ideas in assigned area.
• Makes oral presentations at Board Meetings and other meetings as needed.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assigns all work orders in area of assignment.
• Works directly with the Coordinator of Services when ordering supplies and materials as related to construction projects.
• Coordinates tasks with other crew leaders on small and large tasks to produce continuity of work.
• Provides assistance to the Director of Maintenance as it relates to regulatory agencies.
• Plans and implements inservice training programs designed to make his employees more effective and productive.
• Provides training in safety.
• Assists with the planning and development of new construction.
• Provides input and feedback to the Coordinator of Services written and orally.
• Assists in evaluating employees in assigned area.
• Assists in the upgrading of equipment.
• Keeps an accurate inventory of maintenance equipment and materials.
• Supervises all projects in assigned area.
• Assists with SBA projects both written and orally.

Salary schedule is available on Raleigh County's website, http://boe.rale.k12.wv.us

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
No person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. For more information, please contact Ryan Stafford, Title IX Coordinator, 105 Adair Street, Beckley, WV 25801, 304-256-4500.