REFRIGERATION MECHANIC

State of Arizona•Coolidge, AZ

44d•$44,000 - $46,000•Onsite

About The Position

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view 'Our DES' video. Come join the DES Team! The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Refrigeration Mechanic. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high quality, and member driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community. Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.

Requirements

Operating principals of various types of HVACR equipment and systems and of various types of control systems used on HVACR systems and equipment and their associated heating and ventilation systems
Testing equipment, tools and procedures associated with diagnosing problems and malfunctions in HVACR systems and equipment
Procedures for inspecting, servicing, repairing, and installing a wide variety of HVACR equipment and systems, including large scale commercial systems
Government regulations regarding the conversation, recovery, and recycling of refrigerants, including regulations concerning proper handling and disposal of fluids and pressurized gases
Laundry equipment and appliances (both commercial and residential)
Safety procedures specific to using protective gear, tools for staying safe, identified hazards, chemical safety, and avoiding shock
Diagnosing problems and malfunctions in a wide variety of HVACR equipment and systems
Diagnosing problems and malfunctions in a variety of HVACR control devices,
Inspecting, servicing, repairing, and installing a wide variety HVACR equipment and system including large scale commercial systems
Repairing and installing laundry equipment and appliances (both commercial and residential)
Maintaining records and preparing reports
Applying Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and local building codes
Using blueprints or design specifications to install or repair HVACR systems
Maintaining a safe work environment
Communicating effectively with colleagues and customers
Managing time and organizing tasks efficiently
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to Driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operated a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) (R2-10-201.11).
Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1968 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Department of Child Safety Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
Employment may be contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

Four years of journey level experience inspecting, servicing, repairing and installing HVACR equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

Schedule periodic HVACR service.
Repair and maintain mechanical systems to include HVACR systems, commercial and residential laundry systems (which includes a boiler), and other appliances in compliance with OSHA regulations.
Install new HVACR equipment systems.
Rebuild a recondition system components.
Perform general electrical, plumbing and related maintenance work associated with servicing, repairing and installing HVACR systems.
Prepare and maintain periodic reports of work activities for the supervisor.
Ensure that shop and assigned state-owned vehicles are properly monitored, serviced, kept clean, and adequately stocked with parts, tools, and necessary products to complete tasks.
Participate in job-site safety seminars and training required to maintain HVACR certifications as appropriate.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance