REFRIGERATION MECHANIC - 60009595

State of Florida•Macclenny, FL

17d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a highly responsible and professional position serving as a Refrigeration Mechanic within Northeast Florida State Hospital (NEFSH). NEFSH is a 613-bed, licensed mental health treatment facility that provides person-centered services to adults suffering from severe and persistent mental illness. The hospital, located in Macclenny, was established in 1959 and is the largest state operated civil treatment facility. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who works seamlessly across all sections within the program office. This role requires the use of independent judgment, a proactive approach to responsibilities, and exceptional attention to detail. If you are driven, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Knowledge of the procedures and methods for installing, repairing and maintaining refrigeration and air-conditioning units and component parts.
Skill in using hand tools.
Skill in installing, repairing and maintaining refrigeration units and component parts.
Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of air-conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Vocational/technical training in air-conditioning and heating mechanics can substitute at the rate of 720 classroom hours for each year of the required.

Responsibilities

Installs, maintains and repairs varying types of refrigeration equipment ranging from room air conditioners, water coolers, refrigerators, walk-in coolers and freezers, ice machines, roof mounted air handlers and compressors, and two (2) 400 ton centrifugal chillers.
Maintain cooling towers and perform water treatment tests.
Maintain all heating equipment, pneumatic and electrical controls, mixing boxes and duct work to ensure a secure, safe and comfortable environment for the people we serve and staff.
Required to operate State owned vehicles.
Repairs and installs refrigeration and air conditioning equipment according to blueprints and schematic drawings; assembles structural and functional components; and submits requisitions for the purchase of necessary supplies and materials for the installation of the equipment.
Performs corrective maintenance, as required or scheduled by Trades Supervisor, using work order requests or verbal instructions.
Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment as scheduled by Trades Supervisor; keeps all pertinent records, estimates required manpower, equipment and material needs and informs Trades Supervisor of same.
Performs routine inspections as required.
Maintain fire dampers in duct work.
Maintain records and logs for the preventive maintenance program, on the equipment for which responsible to ensure the most cost-effective method of operation.
Is responsible for upkeep of tools, uniforms and will report any damage and loss to immediate Supervisor.
Repairs and installs washers and dryers.
Assists with repair and preventive maintenance on laundry equipment.
Responsible for the storage of all assigned refrigerants and maintains a log for all recycled refrigerants.
Keeps a journal showing the type, amount, building and date for all refrigerants used throughout the campus.
Performs scheduled night service and repairs necessary to keep equipment operating satisfactory.
Performs related duties as assigned.