Job Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Specialist is a journey level position performing skilled work using standardized practices in HVAC-R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration). Incumbents are responsible for installation, troubleshooting, repair, modifications, and maintenance of building systems and equipment within HVAC-R. Additionally, the HVAC-R Specialists are responsible for assisting in other trade specialties necessitating broad knowledge, skills and abilities in all areas of building repair and maintenance.

CLASSIFICATION DISTINCTIONS

This is the journey level in the Facilities Maintenance job family. Incumbents work with considerable independence following the standard practices of HVAC-R, ensuring that preventive maintenance is performed and that urgent repairs are corrected. Incumbents may guide the work of other Specialists in accomplishing projects within the HVAC-R area. The HVAC-R Specialist expected to have completed the equivalent of a structured apprenticeship program and, where applicable, to hold the appropriate trade license or card.

This position is represented by Local 48, IBEW- International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

• Completion of a HVAC-R apprenticeship program leading to the equivalent of a Journey card or license in the HVAC-R area; and,

• Two years of general experience in building maintenance, construction, or an additional trade.

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

• Experience interacting with the general public in a professional manner.

• Ability to pass Sheriff's background clearance and Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) prior to employment as required for work performed in the Jail facility.

• Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.

• Must have the ability to respond to call-out emergencies when necessary and will be periodically assigned to standby.

Proficiency with… hand tools, portable power tools, acetylene torch, ammeters, refrigeration gauges, electronic leak detectors, control devices, vacuum pump, micron gauge, manometer, bolometer and more.

Knowledge of....methods, tools and materials used in the HVAC-R trade and in residential, commercial and industrial building maintenance and repair; preventive maintenance procedures; codes and regulations applicable to the specialty system and building maintenance in general; purchasing and bid requirements; computer systems used in building system diagnosis; occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with HVAC-R.

Ability to....view, diagnose and repair a variety of complex equipment within the HVAC-R trade; read building construction plans, blue prints, and equipment instruction manuals; demonstrate sufficient strength, agility and dexterity to perform the work of the position; prepare cost estimates and bid specifications; maintain accurate records; communicate effectively with others encountered in the course of the work; safely use and care for tools and equipment.

Selection Process:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application.  Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required.  Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

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