HVAC Control Mechanic

Position Summary:

Performs maintenance, installation and repair work on instrumentation control systems (pneumatic and electronic) serving HVAC systems, equipment and components. Also, performs installations, repairs and fabrication of sheetmetal/metal components related to HVAC and other trades. This work is performed under general supervision and using the tools and techniques of HVAC technology.

Competencies:

A.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Successful completion of formal training in the HVAC trade at a vocational or technical school, college, or apprenticeship sponsor organization.

Training in instrumentation control systems (pneumatic and electronic) serving HVAC systems and components.

Installs, calibrates, and maintains pneumatic, electric and electronic controls

B.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of HVAC theory, techniques, codes, procedures and materials.

Knowledge of safety rules, procedures and practices, including the proper use of safety equipment as defined by OSHA and industry standards.

Knowledge of sheetmetal installation, repairs and fabrication.

C.

Skills:

Applies HVAC instrumentation and control, sheetmetal and safety knowledge indicated herein.

Ability to diagnose complex automatic temperature control problems in a timely and cost effective manner.

Ability to install, calibrate, and maintain pneumatic, electric, and electronic controls.

Proficient in the operation of the Andover Infinity and Johnson Metasys systems.

Safely uses tools and equipment indicated herein.

Possesses the ability to solve problems and manage information indicated herein.

Requires proficient written and verbal English communication skills, at least on a high school graduate level, to interact with departmental/JHM staff.

Identifies and avoids hazards as indicated by warning labels, signage, lights and other warning devices.

Performs work within reasonable lengths of time as measured against trade, industry or engineered standards.

D.

Required Licensure, Certification, etc.:

N/A

E.

Work Experience:

5 years related work experience

F.

Machines, Tools, Equipment:

All types of tools and equipment normally used in the HVAC trade, including specialized equipment such as precision measuring instruments (dial indicators and calipers), powered portable, bench and hand tools (such as drills, grinders, compressed air), as well as non-powered hand tools.

Dimensions:

A.

Budget Responsibility:

Requisitions in-house stock items.

Requests non-stock items for purchase subject to supervisor approval.

Recommends purchase of tools, materials and supply stock to supervisor.

Amounts vary and are usually charged to departmental cost center, but may be subsequently allocated otherwise.

Effectively uses resources within control.

B.

Authority / Decision-Making:

Makes decisions based on trade practices and supervisor direction as appropriate for the scope of this position.

Plans and estimates the material and labor required to perform demand work and construction projects.

Recommends and participates in departmental HVAC operations development, improvement, and implementation as it relates to current/anticipated workload.

C.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Trains peer and lower level positions as directed by supervisor.

Problem Solving:

Identifies, analyzes, diagnoses and resolves routine HVAC equipment problems and component conditions.

Information Management:

Reads and interprets schematic and construction drawings, service manuals and other technical documents.

Follows instructions provided by blueprints, drawings, written materials, work orders and oral instruction.

Communicates (written and oral) with supervisor and departmental/JHM staff.

Assimilates JHH/departmental mission, policies and procedures as well as specific job safety aspects.

Working Conditions:

Works in shop and mechanical area environments with exposure to dust, heat, cold, noise and fumes.

Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to extreme temperatures and other weather conditions.

Gets into/works within confined spaces and in awkward positions.

Works at heights of up to 30 feet above surface using ladders, lifts and equipment.

Work requires ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time.

Work requires ability to load/unload and transport/position tools, equipment and materials & push/pull loaded hand trucks weighing up to 75 pounds.

(this flexible “weight” condition does not prescribe “lifting” as a mechanism for moving equipment;

therefore, it permits the supervisor/employee to determine the methodology and reasonable

accommodations for “moving” such weight; otherwise, you must make clear that there is no other

mechanism - & no reasonable accommodations - for “moving” the weight)

Works with systems that involve risk of exposure to disease.

Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents has little likelihood of harm when established health precautions are followed.

Work requires the use of protective safety devices including, but not limited to, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and infection prevention apparel/apparatus, back belt.

Work requires attention to detail.

Work requires visual acuity.

Work requires manual dexterity.