HVAC Craftsman I (TEA - Day)

Classified - Position - Maintenance

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Start Date

Open Date 07/07/2025

Closing Date 07/22/2025

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform work troubleshooting and assessing the need for maintenance, repair, modification, replacement, and installation of HVAC equipment.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Respond to the maintenance requirements of assigned schools/facilities in a geographic zone through work orders, preventative maintenance requirements, emergency calls, etc.
• Operate a work truck.
• Communicates with dispatch, other craftsmen, supervisor, and administrative staff.
• Communicate and coordinate work with other trades, as necessary.
• Collaborate with school personnel regarding job requests and outcomes.
• Operate tools and equipment associated with the trade.
• Maintain accurate work order records and parts inventory.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Procure parts and services with vendors.
• Perform related work as required.

DUTIES ASSIGNED TO SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

• Installation of new or repair of related trade equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain refrigeration and air handling equipment; maintain records and files; prepare

reports.

• Perform preventive maintenance as required or as requested by the manufacturer's recommendations.
• Locating, ordering, and installation of defective parts.
• Verify equipment operations and make necessary repairs according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
• Troubleshoot comfort concerns and make necessary corrections.
• Work intensely with the HVAC Specialist to ensure the equipment operates according to manufacturer

recommendations.

• Maintain and repair chilled/hot water circulation components.
• Maintain, repair, and rebuild various components encompassing the HVAC atmosphere.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology, and safety precautions of a trade; knowledge of the use and

characteristics of common building materials; ability to use and operate tools and machinery associated with trade; thorough

knowledge of hazards and safe precautions associated with the trade; ability to plan, organize and successfully complete multiple,

unrelated simultaneous projects; ability to provide and follow oral and written instructions; demonstrate leadership and

organizational skills; ability to estimate material and time required for various jobs; ability to interpret technical documents,

drawings, blueprints, etc.; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Proficient in the use

of computers and job-related software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: High School Diploma, GED, or completion of a vocational program. Minimum one (1) year of experience in the trade. CFC Certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using

the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls.

Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving.

Occasional sitting, balancing, kneeling, and crawling Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme

temperatures, dirt, fumes, gases, unpleasant odors, extreme vibrations, hazards such as moving vehicles, electric current, moving

mechanical parts, etc., and/or loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally. Requires

timely and regular adherence to established work schedules.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

HOW TO APPLY

All applicants, both internal and external, must attach a current detailed resume to your electronic application.

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Reports To Director/Designee

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

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This is a Temporary Employment Agreement

Hourly rate: $20.16

Benefts: Health Only

40 hrs. per week.

Hours are 6:30AM - 3:00 p.m.

Start Date 2025-2026 School Yr

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