HVAC Mechanic performs maintenance and service repairs on heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. Installs new units or replacement parts for existing units according to specifications and established safety guidelines. Being an HVAC Mechanic follows blueprints or engineering specifications to install units. Performs troubleshooting to identify the cause of problems. Additionally, HVAC Mechanic maintains and secures a spare parts inventory. Recommends purchasing maintenance equipment and supplies as required to improve processes and efficiencies. Typically requires an apprenticeship and/or completion of technical training. Requires a high school diploma. The regulations governing the location may require an HVAC Mechanical State License and EPA Section 608 Certification (CFC). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The HVAC Mechanic works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Essential Job Functions
Position: Mechanic Air Conditioning
Department: Engineering
Normal Working Hours:
Varied
Journeyman skill level to consist of accepted 4 year apprentice program with classroom time and 8000 worked hours or experience and technical skills equal to the apprenticeship from working in the trade for a number of years. Candidate’s skills to be representative of the attached basic skill list.
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Communication Skills/Customer Service:
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Present a professional, positive and helpful attitude at all times when interacting with guests and co-workers. Exhibits an understanding of Human Relations and functions as a “team player”.
Observe additional maintenance needs requiring attention and report those to the supervisor
Technical Requirements:
Valid West Virginia’s Driver’s License
EPA refrigerant certification
Diagnosis, repair, operational checkout, start-ups, preventive maintenance, equipment installation and cleaning.
Physical Requirements:
Lifting up to 70 pounds regularly
Walking
Standing
Climbing ladders, scaffolding, stairs continuously
Work Conditions:
Hot
Cold
Dirty
Wet
Long hours
Confined spaces
Working in high places and on scaffolding
Required Supervision:
Ability to follow specific general instructions
Independent decision making skills required
Ability to work independently
Other Requirements:
Computer skills
Time management skills
Overtime required
Basic Skills – see attached listing
* Requirements Subject to Change
BASIC SKILLS:
Preventative Maintenance & building checks
Comb coils
Rigging
Piping practices
Refrigerant handling
Residential troubleshooting & repair
Commercial troubleshooting & repair
Furnace & air conditioner change outs
Advanced controls; electric, pneumatic, DDS
Refrigerant circuits & accessories
Air properties & distribution
Advanced electricity
Compressor & heat pump change outs
Building air balancing
Commercial refrigeration
Chilled water systems
Zone systems & control
Advanced controls; economy, set back, humidification
Water treatment
HVAC system design
Blueprint reading
Cooling Towers
Pump troubleshooting & repair
TXV troubleshooting & repair
VAV system operations
Static pressure control
Soldering & brazing-advanced
Advanced Sheet metal
Hydronic & heat pump systems
Refrigerant systems cleanup
Outdoor reset controls
Job estimating, management & accountability
Analyze electrical systems
EMS
Centrifugal systems
C02, C0 & 02 Control
Continuing education