HVAC Mechanic

City of Boca Raton • 2500 NW 1st Ave Bldg A, FL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled technical and mechanical work and is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, equipment; employee is responsible for ensuring all work is performed in compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements; work is performed with a considerable amount of independence and may lead and/or instruct unskilled or semiskilled assistants, but confers with supervisor when necessary; work is periodically inspected during progress or upon completion for workmanship and general compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• General knowledge of the mechanical trade and the Florida Building Code.
• Knowledge of Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) laws and refrigeration recycling.
• Knowledge in the care and use of hand tools, power tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of common hand tools.
• Ability to accurately estimate time, material quantities, and cost.
• Ability to work from sketches, schematics, and blueprints.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Ability to work with building automation systems.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to maintain records and reports.
• Ability to work overtime as directed.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates.
• Requires high school degree or GED equivalent; AND Completion of a two (2) year technical/vocational A/C and Refrigeration program with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration, OR Possession of a Florida County issued Mechanical/HVAC Journeyman Certificate of Competency, OR Completion of a four (4) year registered apprenticeship program in A/C and Refrigeration with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration.
• Possession of Universal EPA Certification in Transition and Recovery of Refrigerants is required.
• Ability to work a variable five (5) day schedule within a seven (7) day week is required.
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Driver’s license.
• Screwdriver Set
• 6” Combination wrench
• Vise Grips
• Allen Wrench Set
• 8” Combination Wrench
• Inspector Mirror
• Nut Driver Set
• Hack Saw
• Channel Locks
• 25 ft. tape
• Left hand tin snips
• Diagonal Cutter
• Measure
• Ductulator
• Right hand tin snips
• Lineman pliers
• Needle Nose Pliers
• Straight tin snips
• Hammer
• Wire Strippers
• Torpedo Level
• 3 lb. Hammer
• 12” Pipe Wrench
• Flaring tool
• Utility Knife
• Open end wrench set
• Tube Cutter
• Flat File
• Round File

Nice To Haves

• CA or RA – A class A, B, C "air-conditioning contractor" license, OR CM or RM - A "mechanical contractor" license is preferred.
• May be required to obtain a Class A, B or C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) after employment depending on the type of motor equipment used.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs HVAC/Refrigeration Systems, i.e., motors, air compressors, control valves, exhaust fans, air handler units, condenser units, electronic and pneumatic controls, water cooled chillers, air cooled chillers, centrifugal chillers, and cooling towers.
• Constructs, maintains, and installs sheet metal and fiberglass duct work.
• Understands how to work with and program frequency drives.
• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs energy management wiring and equipment.
• Checks and calibrates electronic, pneumatic, and electric temperature/humidity control systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
• May provide 24-hour emergency on-call support.
• Tests refrigeration and air conditioning equipment for refrigerant leaks; Cleans and replaces filters.
• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs window units, DX split systems and package units.
• Provides material list.
• Cleans and maintains mechanical rooms and equipment.
• Maintains records and processes work orders.
• Orders parts, supplies and equipment.
• Provides estimates for work being proposed
• Performs related work as required.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits : No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• Generous Paid Time Off : 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays
• Continuous Service Benefit : Paid out annually after 5 years of service
• Work-Life Balance : Flexible work schedule
• Retirement Plans : Two pension/retirement options to choose from

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED