Heating and Air Conditioning Specialist

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

10d•$33 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Heating and Air Conditioning Specialist, under general supervision, performs various tasks related to maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five (5) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment.
Requires the Journeyman Refrigeration license.
Requires 40 CFR part 82m Subpart F Certification
Requires Boiler Operator Class II high pressure license within nine (9) months from date of hire.
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions in English.
Ability to read and follow blueprints and other instructions.
Knowledge of refrigeration theory.
Knowledge of the safe and efficient use of the tools and equipment described in this description.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.
Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.
Copies of all current training certificates and/or trade licenses must be provided at time of application.
Must be able to understand and communicate in English.
Must be able to measure accurately and read blueprints.
Must be able to demonstrate initiative.
Must have good basic mathematical abilities.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally from ground to waist, or from waist to ground.
Ability to work in a prone, supine or crouching position up to 30 minutes at a time, and up to six (6) hours in a day.
Ability to work with arms extended out from torso, or above head for up to 30 minutes at a time, and up to six (6) hours in a day.
Ability to bend and twist/rotate at the waist with ease at any time throughout the workday.
Ability to push/pull with arms with a force of up to 100 pounds.
Ability to use wrists, hands, and fingers in a bilaterally coordinated fashion to manipulate tools and work materials.
Ability to maintain balance and coordination while climbing ladders and service catwalks.
Ability to tolerate working in enclosed, cramped spaces.
Ability to hear sufficiently to perceive leaks and hear instructions and warnings.
Ability to coordinate use of hands and eyes.
Ability to use hands effectively in the absence of visual cues.

Responsibilities

Performs scheduled and preventive maintenance including lubrication of fans, motors and control units on a variety of different types of HVAC systems to ensure proper functioning.
Tests systems on a regular basis and makes repairs as needed.
Plans and sketches or follow blueprints for new and modified HVAC installations to accommodate various renovation and structural changes which affect heating and air conditioning systems.
Installs all types of HVAC units, and connects and fabricates all related apparatus including ducts, pipes, compressors, motors, fans and controls.
Serves in a lead capacity as necessary on various heating and air conditioning installation and renovation projects.
Performs tasks at the level authorized by current journeyman licenses.