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Northampton County

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 **Posting will remain online until position is filled.**
 
 
 **Candidates who meet the Required Minimum Qualifications and submit a complete application will be invited to take the written exam for this position.**
 
 
 **GENERAL PURPOSE**
 
 
 The HVAC/R Technician 2 position performs skilled maintenance, installation, and repair work to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Work includes monitoring and adjusting HVAC/R systems using building automation systems, visual inspections, completing scheduled preventative maintenance tasks, and repairing or replacing equipment as needed.
 
 
 **SUPERVISION RECEIVED**
 
 
 This position reports directly to the Operations &amp; Maintenance Supervisor and the Operations &amp; Maintenance Associate Supervisor.
 
 
 **SUPERVISION EXERCISED**
 
 
 This position exercises no supervision except in the instruction and direction of the technical efforts of HVAC/R Technician I classification.
 
 
 **ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION**
 
 
 Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and repairs, replaces, adjusts, or installs such fixtures as needed.
 
 
 Investigates the environmental conditions of controlled spaces and the operation of associated equipment. Measures all related parameters, determines the causes of uncomfortable conditions, and makes the required repairs or adjustments.
 
 
 Receives and completes work orders for the scheduled preventative maintenance of HVAC/R equipment. Closes out work orders upon completion, noting work performed and any other relevant information.
 
 
 Receives work orders for the correction of undesirable environmental conditions, as well as the repair, installation, or other maintenance work related to heating, ventilation, and refrigeration fixtures and/or systems such as air conditioning, heating units, ice machines, refrigerators, freezers, water fountains, fans, electronic air cleaners, pumps, and related equipment.
 
 
 Inspects and studies building and mechanical plans/drawings to identify work requirements and plans. Determines nature and extent of malfunctions or limitations of equipment and decides course of action necessary to achieve desired results.
 
 
 Changes equipment operating parameters and prepares area for work, including opening partitions as necessary for access to affected area or system. Makes repairs or alterations and installs pumps, condensers, filters, controls, valves, gauges, and other system component parts.
 
 
 Determines manpower and materials needed for jobs, checking against supplies and secures manpower, materials, and equipment for each job.
 
 
 Coordinates schedule for job performance, including the shutoff of water, power, and other elements, with other building personnel and those in affected area.
 
 
 Follows standard safety practices, including safeguarding building users, visitors, or residents. Instructs and directs the manpower. May keep records of jobs performed, materials used, and related information.
 
 
 Works with architects, engineers, contractors, inspectors, and vendors to design, plan, and coordinate the installation of new systems.
 
 
 May instruct and oversee the work of other personnel doing HVAC/R work.
 
 
 May assist other trades personnel and/or perform such maintenance work.
 
 
 Must keep up to date on technical advancements, codes, regulations, standards, etc. Advises superiors of same and the state of compliance and/or necessary changes.
 
 
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 An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them form the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.*
 
 
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 **REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
 
 
 **EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE** - Possession of a high school dip oma or equivalent, plus four (4) years of HVAC Technician education and/or specialized training; **AND**
 
 
 At least four (4) years of full-time maintenance and repair work experience in the heating, ventilation, and refrigeration field, two (2) years of which shall have been at the journeyman level, as well as substantial involvement in troubleshooting jobs and/or overseeing other workers; **AND**
 
 
 Possession of a valid EPA Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification Type I and II is required; **AND**
 
 
 Employees assigned to this title are required to possess and maintain a valid and current motor vehicle operator's license.
 
 
 **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**
 
 
 Comprehensive, specialized knowledge of heat transfer, fluid flow, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration (all types of refrigeration equipment), and related principles, practices, methods, and techniques commonly employed in the design, repair, alteration, and installation of heating, ventilation, and refrigeration fixtures and systems.
 
 
 Thorough knowledge of the tools, materials, and safety precautions of the heating, ventilation, and refrigeration field.
 
 
 Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices addressed by, and general provisions of, the trades, environmental, safety, and other code requirements.
 
 
 Thorough knowledge of building automation systems, including troubleshooting.
 
 
 Skill in the use and maintenance of trades tools and materials.
 
 
 Ability to read and interpret building and mechanical plans and sketches.
 
 
 Ability to diagnose malfunctioning equipment or controls programming resulting in uncomfortable temperature or humidity levels and take corrective action as needed.
 
 
 Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
 
 
 Ability to establish priorities and organize workload.
 
 
 Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver into position fans, pumps, circulators, compressors, and other such heavy and/or unwieldy fixtures under very undesirable conditions.
 
 
 Ability to work in close proximity to nursing facility patients, families, and visitors, if required by work assignment.
 
 
 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and contracted service personnel.
 
 
 Ability to operate a personal computer to enter information into and secure information from established programs.
 
 
 Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
 
 
 Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
 
 
 **TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT**
 
 
 Power tools, hand tools and equipment for vehicle and mechanical system work. Mechanic's tools including jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, and other tools required for minor repairs and routine maintenance. Diagnostic equipment, telephone or cell phone, personal computer, and calculator.
 
 
 **PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
 
 
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