HVAC Mechanic - Detention

HVAC Mechanic - Detention

Location: Pinellas County Jail, 14400 49th St. North Clearwater FL, 33762

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Are you an expert at helping people keep their "cool"?

Performs journeyman level work in the installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; works in accordance with standard trade practices; makes decisions regarding complex repair work procedures; may oversee one or more helpers on a project basis.

What Would You Do?

• Installs, overhauls, and services refrigeration and air conditioning units by repairing, rebuilding, replacing, or adjusting worn or broken components on condensers, compressors, and water and vacuum pumps;
• Tests refrigeration equipment for leaks and adds gas to units;
• Repairs and adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings;
• Adjusts pressure, solenoid, and expansion valves;
• Checks gauges, makes inspections, and performs preventive maintenance service;
• Changes and washes oil cleaners and air filters;
• Performs skilled mechanical and trade functions to support operations;
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

What Do You Need To Have?

Three (3) years of HVAC trades experience that includes six (6) months as a team leader, supervisor, or supervisor training; or completion of a two-year vocational and training certification or diploma in a related field and one (1) year of HVAC experience that includes six (6) months as a team leader, supervisor, or supervisor training; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

• Florida Driver's License or Florida Commercial Driver's License and endorsement, if any.
• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Pinellas County HVAC journeyman level Certificate of Competency.
• Candidate to demonstrate more advanced proficiency, competency, and satisfactory completion of regularly assigned work in an independent manner. Appointing Authority retains discretion to employ an incumbent at this level or advance the incumbent non-competitively or competitively after a candidate meets the minimum qualifications to an in-line career ladder position within the same organization or department.
• Other knowledge, skills, abilities, and credentials required for a specific position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, tools, and equipment of refrigeration and air conditioning operation, maintenance, and repair;
• Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the electrical trade and local and national electrical;
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions, to include working with complex office building, commercial, and industrial HVAC systems;
• Knowledge of work hazards and safety associated with crafts, trades, and facilities work;
• Knowledge of tools, power tools, and materials used in skilled trade work;
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices for HVAC work;
• Skill in use of tools and equipment for mechanical repairs;
• Skill in locating and repairing defects in related equipment;
• Skill in the use and care of standard tools, equipment and testing devices of the electrical trade;
• Ability to work from oral or written instructions, broken parts, or basic diagrams and sketches;
• Ability to troubleshoot defects in machinery and equipment operation, make proper repairs and adjustments, and complete assignments;
• Ability to lead helpers and others to complete assignments, keep basic records, and do heavy manual work;
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics, equipment diagrams, draw sketches of proposed projects, plan assignments, order materials, and understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Ability to operate a personal computer and other automated systems to monitor work, enter, and retrieve information;
• Ability to install, alter, repair, and maintain a variety of HVAC systems and equipment;
• Ability to endure long periods of standing, walking, or working in inclement weather and possession of sufficient physical strength and agility to lift and move heavy objects;
• Ability to detect problems and repair machinery and equipment;
• Ability to communicate orally and in written form to impart information, write reports, etc.;
• Ability and strength to climb ladders and perform heavy manual labor for extended periods;
• Ability to use or repair heavy machinery.

Our benefits rank among the top in the area!

• Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.
• We have deferred compensation programs and wellness centers to name a few perks. Check out these and more!

Want To Learn More?

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions at the below link.

HVAC Mechanic, C20