REFRIGERATION MECHANIC (HVAC)

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $40,000 - $60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking a Refrigeration Mechanic (HVAC), who is passionate about their profession and who will be committed to making a difference in the lives of Arizona’s underserved youth. ADJC wants you to come join our talented team that is recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity. At ADJC you will have the ability to mentor and collaborate with the maintenance crew in a team oriented environment.

Requirements

• Methods, practices and theory of heating, cooling and ventilation systems
• Freon installation, recovery, recycle and recharge in HVAC systems
• Diagnosing heating, cooling and ventilation malfunctions
• Safety practices pertaining to the maintenance work environment
• Use of multi-meters to troubleshoot circuits, relays, continuity, logic controls, gas safety valves and motor controls, 24V to 480V
• Single phase and three phase systems
• Types and uses of various refrigerants
• Safe pressure levels
• Safe refrigerator and freezer temperatures and HVAC codes
• National and local building codes and common safety practices
• Common and specialized meters, tools and equipment related to HVAC
• Strong electrical and problem-solving skills
• Written and verbal communication
• Inspecting, servicing, repairing, and installing a wide variety of cooling/refrigeration equipment including large scale commercial systems by using various test devices and apply logic gained through experience to determine problem areas
• Applying and understanding national and local building codes and common safety practices in the trade
• Estimate, cost and order supplies, materials and equipment
• Working as part of a team
• Learn basic internal computerized systems and maintain electronic records keeping
• Multi-task a variety of assigned tasks
• Practice safety and security procedures
• Policies and procedures established for the work systems
• Statutes, rules, regulations, policies and procedure applicable to maintenance of a physical plant
• Identify, assess and resolve malfunctions related to heating, cooling, ventilation
• Read blue prints, sketches and schematics
• Learn agency policies and procedures
• Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Work in a correctional facility
• Drive on state business
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPS) 608 in Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 OR Universal certification
• Possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license records checks.
• Selected applicant passing a comprehensive background investigation, drug screening, physical examination and pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintenance of all HVAC equipment including the repair, removal, replacement and installation of chiller units, ice machines, A/C units walk in freezers, compressors, reversing valves, dryer filters, thermostats, evaporative coils, blowers, fans belts and pulleys and changing out air filters on a quarterly basis.
• Inspect and evaluate maintenance, repairs and construction projects
• Troubleshooting different types of HVAC and the components related equipment
• Complete daily work orders
• Order supplies or tools as needed
• Conduct periodic standard Inspections and preventative maintenance on facility Structures, tools and equipment
• Review and apply preventative maintenance programs for heating, cooling and ventilation systems
• Develop and/or modify new procedures for our preventative maintenance programs
• Diagnose problems and malfunctions in a variety of cooling, heating, ventilation controls devices and systems
• Performing other duties appropriate to the assignment

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans
• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Wellness Plans
• Paid Parental Leave program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed