SENIOR MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - REFM - 67013634

State of Florida•Gainesville, FL

22d•$40,154 - $44,169•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Maintenance Mechanic installs, maintains, and repairs HVAC and refrigeration systems, including air-conditioning units, heat pumps, and chillers. The position diagnoses electrical and mechanical issues, interprets schematics, ensures work complies with industry standards, and mentors team members. It is based at Tacachale in Gainesville, Florida, and serves staff and management across the Agency for Persons with Disabilities. The role also includes maintaining and repairing boilers and a range of appliances and mechanical systems. The incumbent may need to bend, squat, or stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds. Essential services may be required before, during, and after an emergency. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The advertised annual salary range is $40,153.93–$44,169.32; the hiring salary may exceed the posted maximum.

Requirements

Valid Florida Driver’s License; a corrective-lenses-restricted license is acceptable if corrective lenses are worn while operating a state vehicle.
Must be willing to perform essential services before, during, and after an emergency.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
EPA 608 Type I and II or Universal certification.
At least two years of experience operating and maintaining air-conditioning and refrigeration systems. Vocational or technical training in air-conditioning and heating mechanics may substitute at 720 classroom hours per required year of experience.
Knowledge of skilled mechanical repair principles and techniques, maintenance and repair safety procedures, selecting appropriate tools and equipment, conducting operational tests, controlling equipment operations, and monitoring indicators and gauges.
Knowledge of mechanical systems operation, troubleshooting, and repair, including chillers, boilers, air-handler units, variable frequency drives, variable air volume systems, pumps, and motors.
Knowledge of procedures and methods for installing, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems, refrigeration, air-conditioning units, and their component parts.
Ability to install, maintain, and repair freezers, coolers, chillers, condensers, air handlers, washers, dryers, and window units; perform skilled trades functions; and read blueprints and schematic drawings.
Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems; identify and repair electronic malfunctions; and follow written or verbal technical instructions.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments, communicate effectively, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrated skill using maintenance and repair tools and equipment, specialized electronic-equipment tools, hand tools, test meters, and refrigeration-unit installation and repair techniques.
Skill in estimating material quantities and preparing required purchasing documents.
Applicants must complete all fields in the Candidate Profile, including work history with month and year, and provide verifiable responses to qualifying questions.
Employment is conditional on required background screening, including Level 2 screening and fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair pump motors, air-handler motors, and valve motors.
Read schematic and wiring diagrams to trace electrical control circuits, troubleshoot faults, and identify defective components.
Test relays and start and run capacitors; replace blower belts; clean and maintain air-handler units and closets, vents, ductwork, and coils; and change air filters.
Measure and install copper and iron pipe using threading, soldering, or Pro-Press methods; insulate and apply mastic to pipes; install ductwork; and clean, paint, or install vents.
Repair and maintain washers, dryers, stoves, refrigerators, sanitizers, microwaves, and other small appliances.
Repair, install, and maintain air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, including heat pumps, DX systems, mini-splits, window units, stand-alone refrigerators and freezers, walk-in refrigerators and freezers, and chillers.
Maintain and repair water, steam-generating, and condensing boilers.
Coordinate with chemical company representatives to maintain proper boiler-water chemical composition.
Work with the boiler inspector to ensure boilers are operated safely and comply with applicable rules and standards.
Mentor team members.