HVACR Mechanic

Position Type:

SUPPORT - FACILITIES POSITIONS/HVACR MECHANIC (J5300)

Date Posted:

9/11/2024

Location:

PULASKI PARK/MECHANICAL (159064)

Closing Date:

09/25/2024

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BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TITLE: HVACR Mechanic SALARY: Grade 07 on the AFSCME payscale $21.98 - $33.19

REPORTS TO: Field Representative, HVACR

DEFINITION: Under supervision, performs entry-level work in the service, maintenance, and installation of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and associated equipment. Participates in and receives training to achieve proficiency in HVACR mechanic duties. Drives an automobile or light truck to transport workers and equipment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Participates in the installation, repair, maintenance, and service of a wide variety of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools. Lifts and carries HVACR equipment, parts, tools, supplies, and materials. Climbs ladders, crawls, bends, and stoops to access HVACR systems.
• Drives an automobile or light truck to transport workers, equipment, and materials to and from job sites. Lifts and carries HVACR equipment, parts, tools, and supplies. Climbs ladders, crawls, bends, and stoops to access HVACR systems.
• Screws, bolts, and brazes parts to assemble HVACR components such as motors, pneumatic and electronic controls, switches, gauges, wiring harnesses, valves, pumps, compressors, condensers, and pipes.
• Records and maintains accurate records of work performed, time and materials used. Reads blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Communicates appropriately and frequently with faculty, school administrators, supervisor/manager(s) and other employees.
• Participates in and receives training to achieve and maintain proficiency in HVACR mechanic duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience:

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.

One year of professional HVACR experience.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a State of Maryland apprentice HVACR license or an equivalent.

Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or an equivalent.

Required licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of building maintenance or construction. Knowledge of building construction tools and equipment. Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration repair.

Skill in building maintenance or construction.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class entails heavy physical labor including frequent walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, bending, digging, lifting, and carrying objects of moderate to heavy weight, ascending/descending ladders, scaffolds, stairs and the use of tools and equipment.

Works in confined spaces in proximity to loud machinery, frequently requires accessing and positioning oneself to reach limited access spaces including but not limited to crawl spaces, roofs, trenches, pits, manholes, attics, and tunnels.

Recognizes exposure to live circuits and/or operating machinery in adverse weather conditions and travel to sites throughout Baltimore County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential Personnel and are required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency.

In addition to working the assigned work schedule, persons appointed to this class work scheduled overtime and must be available for emergency overtime when the need arises by responding to overtime calls before and after standard scheduled hours of work.

Persons appointed to this class may be requested to work an alternative schedule or shift temporarily as designated by supervisor.

Persons appointed to this class are designated as essential personnel and as such may be required to work during emergency events.

License to drive in the State of Maryland and the ability to drive a pickup truck or van is required.

License(s) if/when required for this position are subject to verification and must be maintained in good and active standing during the duration of employment without lapse. Lapse or void in valid/active licensure may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Some positions in this class must be physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and must remain physically qualified to operate such vehicles throughout their employment. Persons holding a commercial driver's license (CDL) are subject to alcohol and drug testing in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations and Board of Education policy.

FLSA: Non-exempt

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with the Baltimore County Public Schools through our Applitrack system. This system allows you to submit your completed application for each position and location in which you are interested. Go to www.bcps.org/jobs/ to apply.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.00.
• An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information

Chekesha Smith, Human Resources Supervisor

6901 Charles Street, E Building

Towson, Maryland 21204

Phone: 443-809-7872