HVAC Mechanic

Santa Barbara USD•Santa Barbara, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC Mechanic performs a variety of journey-level work required to maintain, modify, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment for the Santa Barbara Unified School District. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Requirements

Graduation from high school
Four (4) years of journey-level experience in heating or ventilation/air conditioning.
Valid California Class C driver’s license.
Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate issued by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, methods and techniques used in skilled HVAC maintenance and repair.
Working knowledge of safety practices, codes and regulations, including Section 608 of the federal Clean Air Act and related EPA regulations.
Knowledge of automated temperature control systems such as Novar Direct Digital Control; industry standard HVAC control strategies
Ability to operate power tools, gauges, and diagnostic or specialized equipment or software used in the trade.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, sketches, manuals, or work orders.
Ability to work safely and productively around students.
Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with District staff, co-workers, architects, mechanical engineers and other professionals when needed; work independently with limited direct supervision.
Ability to maintain simple and concise records and prepare accurate reports.
Ability to operate a computer and proprietary or mass market software such as MS Office and Google Suite.

Nice To Haves

Completed boiler training
Obtained certification for the district’s specific boiler system
Assigned by their supervisor to perform regular and routine maintenance of the district’s boiler systems

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and repair on ventilation and heating equipment, including blowers, boilers, heating units, heat pumps, exhaust fans, motors, vacuum pumps, water pumps, chemical injection and sump pumps and related equipment.
Inspect, access, diagnose, and repair various types of equipment and systems using PC, laptop or iscope software interface program.
Perform preventive maintenance and repair of various kitchen equipment, including freezers, refrigerators, forced air and convection ovens, steam kettles, and ice machines.
Perform preventive maintenance on a variety of building equipment and facilities, including replacement of filters and belts; service and repair industrial shop equipment, swimming pool pumps and filter equipment.
Inspect work done by contractors for adherence to codes and specifications; collaborate with District staff, architects, and inspectors.
Operate a variety of specialized repair equipment commonly used in the trade.
Work from plans, sketches, blueprints, work orders or other instructions; interpret plans and specifications; check for compliance with codes.
Maintain service records, inspection records, and other documentation as needed.
Prepare estimates of time and materials for new construction or repair work.
Drive a vehicle to and from work sites, suppliers and contractors.
Maintain punctual and consistent attendance.