HVAC Mechanic II (Internal AFT Maintainer applicants only)

POSITION TITLE: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) Mechanic II           

AGENCY: University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

SALARY:  Grade 18            

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Installs, maintains and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.  Incumbents of this position perform installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment including related fixtures; checks heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment for malfunction; maintains and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment; and performs related work as required. Supervises trades personnel. Orders supplies and equipment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Incumbents of positions at this level receive general supervision from employees of higher grade who provide policy and procedural guidance, assign work and review performance through written and verbal reports for compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.

DIRECT REPORTING STAFF:

Incumbents of positions at this level exercise direct supervision (i.e., not through an intermediate level supervisor) over 1-9 technical and/or trades personnel.

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installs heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including control and related fixtures such as air and water filters and piping by using refrigeration, pipe fitting and structural layout techniques, blueprints, appropriate machines, tools and work aids to join tubing and/or pipes; to cut and thread pipes; to solder or braze joints; to mount compressor and condenser units; and to connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls and circulating ventilation fans to electrical power sources.
• Checks equipment for malfunctioning by observing pressure and vacuum gauges and other indicators; by adjusting controls in testing joints and connections for leaks; by injecting refrigerant and adjustment valves, controls and pumps, and by using testing equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeter, amprobes, etc. to ensure proper operation.
• Maintains, rebuilds and repairs by replacing worn or defective parts such as switches, fuses, thermostats and electrical wiring; by pumping specified gas or fluid into systems; by adding necessary liquids; by lubricating motors and bearings; and by changing filters.
• Calculates heat loads for new installations; analyzes and treats both open and closed water systems such as cooling towers by adding algaecides to prevent the spread of airborne bacteria.
• Performs related work such as making and assembling metal ducts and chassis parts for heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems; drilling holes for mounting brackets; screwing, boring, riveting and welding parts to assemble structural and functional components such as motors, controls, switches and gauges; and installing shells and cabinets of systems.
• Ensures proper safety practices and procedures are followed in the installation, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning and electrical systems.
• Uses terminology, coding, symbols and standard abbreviations in the installation, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning and related electrical systems.
• Uses accepted industry standards in performing the installation, preventative maintenance and repair of heating, refrigeration, ventilating, air conditioning and related electrical systems.
• Properly operates heating, refrigeration, ventilating, air conditioning machinery and related equipment.
• Orders supplies and equipment.
• Consulting with Engineers/outside contractors on HVAC installations and projects.
• Programs and manages the energy management system & controls (EMS)
• Manages the hazardous chemicals and disposal thereof per state/local requirements i.e. refrigerants, biocides and algaecides.
• Employees shall be called and asked to report to work on a rotational as needed basis for emergency coverage on nights, weekends and holidays

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE:

• Knowledge of the standard preventive maintenance procedures for heating, ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning systems and related electrical systems.
• Knowledge of the methods for lubricating machinery and equipment.
• Knowledge of the methods for care and maintenance of small hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of small hand tools such as pliers and screwdrivers.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in