Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Mechanic

• Installs cooling, heating and refrigerating systems and components according to blueprints and specifications
• assembles and connects internal piping and external drainage lines
• installs and checks electronic and mechanical operation and temperature controls
• Lubricates machinery and recharges systems with refrigerant
• inspects for refrigerant leaks and faulty components
• effects repairs
• replaces parts
• Operates equipment
• adjusts temperature sensing devices
• modifies air intake and output for desired effect
• Prepares and maintains work records and reports as required by E.P.A.
• estimates labor and material requirements
• maintains inventory records
• Coordinates repairs and maintenance activities between the City and contract maintenance vendors
• Maintains tools and equipment
• Provides supervision to unskilled and semi-skilled employees assisting in installation of equipment
• Must effectively and positively represent the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients
• Must maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers
• Performs related work as required

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• four (4) years of experience in air conditioning maintenance and repair
• Must possess a State of Florida or Broward County Certified Air-Conditioning Journeyman License or Air Conditioning Contractor License
• Must possess an EPA Universal Refrigerant License
• Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
• Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
• Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
• Considerable knowledge of standard practices, materials and tools used in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating equipment
• Considerable knowledge of the principles of electricity as applied to air cooling and heating
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trade
• Knowledge of governmental codes affecting air cooling and heating
• Some knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
• Skill in the utilization of hand and power tools
• Ability to install, adjust, and repair air conditioning, refrigeration and heating equipment and controls
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and rough sketches
• Ability to estimate labor and material costs
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow employees, and vendors
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to prepare reports and maintain records using an automated work order system
• Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public
• Physical demands: walk, sit, write, hear, speak balance, climb, crawl, crouch, kneel, and be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Specific vision abilities required: close and distance vision, peripheral, and depth perception

Additional education and experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the above requirements

• Low cost health insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans
• 4-Day Work Week
• Award Winning Wellness Program
• generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• pension plan