HVAC Mechanic

Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled work associated with installation, repair, and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems and associated equipment.

Essential Functions

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Services, repairs, replaces, and maintains a variety of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, equipment, and related components, which may include air conditioners, cooling towers, chillers, and exhaust fans; conducts periodic inspections and schedules/conducts preventive maintenance activities; monitors control systems for city facilities.

Ensures that installation work, maintenance activities, and operation of equipment/systems are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Plans installation/maintenance projects; inspects work site, reviews blueprints/work orders, and makes calculations to determine necessary equipment and materials; inspects completed projects/work.

Performs various skilled, semi-skilled, and manual work functions associated with installation, repair, and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, which may include troubleshooting air conditioning problems, troubleshooting electronic equipment, repairing/maintaining chiller plant motors and pumps, repairing refrigerant leaks, running fiberglass/sheet metal ductwork, recovering refrigerant, removing/replacing work parts, cleaning coils, cleaning/sanitizing condenser pans and drain lines, soldering metal components, lubricating components, or replacing filters.

Repairs/replaces various HVAC system components, such as starters, pumps, motors, bearings, belts, shafts, coils, compressors, control circuits, tracer controls, PCM's, UCM's, VAV controls, transformers, relays, switches, electronic valves, manual valves, chilled water piping, dryers, expansion devices, cooling/condensing coils, solenoid valves/unloaders, pressure differential switches, static pressure controls, sensors, gear reduction boxes, squirrel cages, or solid state controls/transducers.

Inspects/tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; makes adjustments, repairs or replacements; reports problem situations.

Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department activities, which may include a utility vehicle, building automation system, air conditioning system, cooling tower, chiller, air handler unit, refrigerant recovery system, generator, vacuum pump, refrigeration oil pump, fan coil unit, charging cylinder, torch, welder, swedge kit, flaring kit, crimping tool, tubing cutter, refrigeration wrench, valve core extractor, leak detectors, gauges, meters, mechanic tools, and diagnostic instruments.

Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning project work areas, and cleaning shop; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

Gathers necessary equipment, tools, parts, or supplies to conduct projects; initiates orders for new or replacement materials; transports, loads and unloads equipment and materials used in projects.

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Monitors and assesses performance and usage of HVAC systems; recommends potential energy savings.

Takes and records instrument readings; maintains logs, service records, warranty records, and other documentation.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, charts, requisitions, or other documents.

Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, readings, usage data, safety data, blueprints, schematics, equipment specifications, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, vendors, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Maintains a current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Conducts various errands as needed, which may include picking up supplies/materials.

Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical degree with training emphasis in air conditioning; and
• Three (3) years experience involving refrigeration and installation, repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems; and
• Must possess and maintain valid Air Conditioning Technician Certification; and
• Must possess and maintain valid EPA Universal Certification in Transition and Recovery of Refrigerant; and
• Possess [or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Supplemental Information

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools and terminology of the air conditioning, refrigeration and heating trade.

Knowledge of elementary electrical theory.

Knowledge of the assembly, adjustment and maintenance of air conditioning and heating systems.

Knowledge of the operation of the controls associated with the equipment.

Knowledge of commercial and industrial refrigeration systems.

Knowledge of electronic, pneumatic and mechanical controls.

Knowledge of and the ability to follow safety procedures and properly utilize personal protective equipment (PPE).

Knowledge of air balancing.

Advanced knowledge of hazards and safety precautions of the profession.

Ability to effectively interact with coworkers, supervisors, and other department staff, as well as the public and outside agencies.

Skill in the use of tools and equipment in the trade.

Ability to make repairs to both room and central air conditioning and heating systems.

Ability to understand and work from general instructions, specifications, blueprints and sketches.

Ability to lead and instruct other employees.

Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors:
Physical Ability :
Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (75 pounds).
Sensory Requirements : Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors : Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, bright/dim light, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances. The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE :
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.

Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.

The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits packageincludes:

• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• CityPension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours

• 12Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *( Depending on budget funding )
•On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security

Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.

Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).

Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employeesare paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.

Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.

Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term lifeandaccidental death insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.

Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.

City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.

Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.

Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) toprovide employees and their dependentswith free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.

Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.

Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.

Holidays

The City observes 12paid holidays throughout the year.

Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day ofsick leaveper month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.

Tuition Assistance *( Depending on availablebudget funding )
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.

Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.

Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may chooseto enroll ina prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.

Credit Union
All City employees mayjoin the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.

Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees mayparticipate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.

Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.

Closing Date/Time: 9/18/2023 11:59 PM Eastern