Skilled Trades Apprentice, HVAC

Primary Purpose:

Assist heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HV AC) Technician to maintain, repair and install heating and air conditioning systems and equipment throughout the district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all HV AC systems in district facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to use hand and power tools

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Physically fit with good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination and sense of balance

Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds Good human relations skills and ability to work with others

Experience:

Some knowledge helpful, but not required

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Facility Construction, Repair and Maintenance

1. Assist HV AC Technician in completing work orders.

2. Organize materials as instructed.

3. Abide by all safety rules.

4. Maintain a clean and safe work area.

5. Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety:

1. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.

2. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

3. Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.

4. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used:

Meters, gauges, welding equipment, ladder, hoist, hand and power tools, pipe bender, propane torch. Light truck or van.

Work Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Continuous walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, carrying and heavy lifting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures; frequent district wide travel, occasional prolonged and irregular hours; work indoors and outdoors to conduct on-site inspection of all facilities and construction projects; work around machinery with moving parts; work on ladders or scaffolding