Mechanic 3 - Heat Ventilation/Air Conditioning - Facilities - Job #4523

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE: Mechanic

ASSIGNMENT: Mechanic 3 � Heat Ventilation/Air Conditioning - Facilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A high school diploma or equivalent or trade school certificate
2. Three (3) years documented experience in the particular trade or craft
3. A valid Florida Commercial Driver's License or agrees to obtain within ninety (90) days
4. Physical Requirements: Ability to do strenuous physical tasks during the performance of duties, to include lifting up to 100 pounds, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, etc.
5. Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Mastery of proper use and care of equipment, tools and materials related to the particular trade or craft

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists supervisor by analyzing the procedures for servicing and repairing air conditioning systems.
2. Investigates complaints pertaining to failed or poorly operating equipment to determine a proper course of action to repair.
3. Makes recommendations to resolve indoor air quality issues.
4. Works with outside vendors, with regards to indoor air quality issues for such things as equipment repair, corrective measures pertaining to the energy management system and test and balance activities.
5. Assists agencies specializing in indoor air quality issues.
6. Repairs installed units, as directed by a supervisor or designee, by examining visually for defective parts or determines the cause of the malfunction by performing tests, utilizing knowledge of mechanical, electrical and refrigeration theory.
7. Dismantles malfunctioning systems, replaces or adjusts defective or worn parts to repair system.
8. Reports directly to the HVAC lead supervisor and performs any duties within the scope of capabilities as assigned.
9. Assists in the preventative maintenance program to obtain optimal performance of the equipment.
10. Performs related work as required.
11. Operates vehicles in a safe and lawful manner
12. Uses and maintains tools and equipment
13. Coordinates and inspects work by outside contractors.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Other duties as assigned by supervising administrator

TERM:

Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process

APPRAISAL:

Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board Policy

PAY GRADE:

According to the School Board of Highlands County Non-Instructional Bargaining Support Personnel Salary Schedule

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.

Modified & Reformatted 3/2008
Revised 06/2012
APA Approved 7/28/2015
?Board Approved 4/25/2017
Modified 08/19/2021

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:

All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

1. Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job
2. Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public
3. Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment
4. Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings
5. Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing
6. Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions
7. Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks
8. Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions
9. Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal