Maintenance Mechanic III, HVAC

Fulton Schools•Atlanta, GA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled work associated with the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration trade. This role involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of various HVAC equipment, including freezers, refrigerators, air conditioners, heat pumps, rooftop units, heaters, and boilers. The position requires working with associated control, electrical, and plumbing systems with limited supervision. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing and repairing equipment using schematics and technical knowledge, purchasing necessary parts, coordinating with other trades, and safely operating shop machinery. The role may also involve assisting engineers, leading less skilled assistants, and advising supervisors on trade-related matters. The position requires regular exposure to electrical energy, chemicals, moving machinery, and varying weather conditions, and may involve working at heights.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
EPA Refrigerant Certification required
Valid Georgia Driver License required
Must be insurable by Fulton County School insurance carriers
Minimum of 5 years of verifiable HVAC experience required
Working knowledge of materials, methods, tools, and equipment of the electrical trade
Knowledge in use of hand and power tools and large equipment attachments related to the trade
Must be able to understand and follow directions both written and verbal
Must be able to work variable shifts

Nice To Haves

3 years of experience in commercial HVAC equipment and controls preferred
Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor License preferred

Responsibilities

Performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of freezers, refrigerators, air conditioners, water-source and air-source heat pumps, roof-top units, heaters, boilers and associated control, electrical and plumbing work required to run the mechanical systems with limited supervision
Performs preventive maintenance on equipment such as lubricating, cleaning coils, changing filters, and other necessary tasks
Utilizes schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to locate and diagnose trouble in the system or equipment
Applies skills, experience, and general knowledge of theory to the maintenance tasks associated with the related equipment
Utilizes appropriate tools and draws upon expertise for diagnosis and repairs
Purchases necessary parts for repairs of related equipment
Coordinates work with other trades and contractors when needed
Uses shop machinery and tools appropriately and safely to complete assigned tasks
Assists engineers in diagnosing problems and recommending correctable action
Serves as leader for less skilled assistants, occasionally
Consults with and advises the HVAC Supervisor and Coordinator of Utilities Services concerning efficiency as related to the proper methods and materials of the trade.
Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator