HVAC Mechanic

General Statement of JobPerforms skilled technical and mechanical work and is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, equipment; employee is responsible for ensuring all work is performed in compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements; work is performed with a considerable amount of independence and may lead and/or instruct unskilled or semiskilled assistants, but confers with supervisor when necessary; work is periodically inspected during progress or upon completion for workmanship and general compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.Essential FunctionsInstalls, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs HVAC/Refrigeration Systems, i.e., motors, air compressors, control valves, exhaust fans, air handler units, condenser units, electronic and pneumatic controls, water cooled chillers, air cooled chillers, centrifugal chillers, and cooling towers. Constructs, maintains, and installs sheet metal and fiberglass duct work.Understands how to work with and program frequency drives.Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs energy management wiring and equipment.Checks and calibrates electronic, pneumatic, and electric temperature/humidity control systems.Performs preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.May provide 24-hour emergency on-call support.Test’s refrigeration and air conditioning equipment for refrigerant leaks; Cleans and replaces filters.Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs window units, DX split systems and package units.Related TasksProvides material list.Cleans and maintains mechanical rooms and equipment.Maintains records and processes work orders.Orders parts, supplies and equipment.Provides estimates for work being proposedPerforms related work as required.Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesGeneral knowledge of the mechanical trade and the Florida Building Code.Knowledge of Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) laws and refrigeration recycling.Knowledge in the care and use of hand tools, power tools and equipment.Knowledge of common hand tools.Ability to accurately estimate time, material quantities, and cost.Ability to work from sketches, schematics, and blueprints.Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.Ability to work with building automation systems.Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.Ability to maintain records and reports.Ability to work overtime as directed.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates.Minimum And Preferred QualificationsMINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Requires high school degree or GED equivalent; ANDCompletion of a two (2) year technical/vocational A/C and Refrigeration program with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration, ORPossession of a Florida County issued Mechanical/HVAC Journeyman Certificate of Competency, ORCompletion of a four (4) year registered apprenticeship program in A/C and Refrigeration with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration.Possession of Universal EPA Certification in Transition and Recovery of Refrigerants is required.Ability to work a variable five (5) day schedule within a seven (7) day week is required.CA or RA – A class A, B, C "air-conditioning contractor" license, ORCM or RM - A "mechanical contractor" license is preferred.Special RequirementsPossession of a valid State of Florida Driver’s license.May be required to obtain a Class A, B or C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) after employment depending on the type of motor equipment used.Pursuant to the SEIU collective bargaining agreement, employees must have abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products and electronic cigarettes for at least one year prior to their date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products and electronic cigarettes at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off dutyRequired Tools Upon EmploymentScrewdriver Set6” Combination wrenchVise GripsAllen Wrench Set 8” Combination WrenchInspector MirrorNut Driver SetHack SawChannel Locks25 ft. tapeLeft hand tin snipsDiagonal CutterMeasure DuctulatorRight hand tin snipsLineman pliersNeedle Nose PliersStraight tin snipsHammerWire StrippersTorpedo Level3 lb. Hammer12” Pipe WrenchFlaring toolUtility KnifeOpen end wrench setTube CutterFlat FileRound FilePost Offer Pre-employment Screening RequirementsFinal offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:FDLE/CJIS Criminal History Record CheckMotor Vehicle Report (MVR) CheckEmployment VerificationCertification/License VerificationPhysical ExaminationDrug and Alcohol ScreeningThe City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. City Of Boca Raton - Benefits SummarySEIU EmployeesANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month15 years and over 14 hours per monthCASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:Continuous years of service PercentageLess than 2 full years 0%2 to 5 full years 10%5 to 10 full years 20%10 full years or more 30%Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:5 to 10 full years $600 annually10 to 15 full years $800 annually15 full years and over $1,000 annuallyRETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatory contribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution.The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1 floating holiday. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State Up to 5 workdays - Out of StatePERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.01Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?YesNo02Have you used tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, and snuff) or electronic cigarettes (according to the CDC electronic cigarette is defined as "e-cigs," "e-hookahs," "mods," "vape pens," "vapes," "vaping", "tank systems," and "electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS)" within the last 12 months from the date of application?I have used tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application.I have not used tobacco products or e-cigarettes in the last 12 months from the date of application.03What is the highest level of education you have completed? NOTE: You must attach proof (diploma or degree or transcripts) of highest education completed with your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being marked as incomplete and removed from consideration.Less than High SchoolHigh School Diploma or GEDTrade or Vocational SchoolAssociates Degree or 60 credits of college coursesBachelors DegreeMasters Degree04Do you possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license - or are you able to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire?Yes, I have a valid Florida driver's licenseNo, I do not have a Florida driver's license but can obtain within thirty (30) days of hireNo, I do not have a Florida driver's license and cannot obtain within thirty (30) days of hire05Do you possess a certificate of completion from a two (2) year vocational/technical school program? NOTE: If yes, then must attach with your application or provide certification number under the licensure/certification section of the application.YesNo06Do you a minimum of four (4) years of experience in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration? NOTE: If yes, you must attach proof of certification with your application or provide the certification number in the licensure/certification section of the application.YesNo07Do you possess a Florida County issued Mechanical/HVAC Journeyman Certificate of Competency? NOTE: If yes, then must attach with your application or provide certification number under the licensure/certification section of the application.YesNo08Have you completed a four (4) year registered apprenticeship program in A/C and Refrigeration? NOTE: If yes, then must attach with your application or provide certification number under the licensure/certification section of the application.YesNo09How many years of experience do you have in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration work?I have no previous experience6 months but less than 1 year of experience1 year but less than 2 years of experience2 years but less than 3 years of experience3 years but less than 4 years of experience4 years but less than 5 years of experience5 years or more10Please briefly describe your experience in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration work. This experience must be clearly listed on your application work history. NOTE: "See Resume" will not be considered as a valid response. If you have no previous experience, please state "N/A"11Do you possess a Universal EPA Certification in Transition and Recovery of Refrigerants? NOTE: If yes, then must attach with your application or provide certification number under the licensure/certification section of the application.YesNo12Do you possess a State of Florida CA or RA – A class A, B, C "air-conditioning contractor" license? NOTE: If yes, then must attach with your application or provide certification number under the licensure/certification section of the application.YesNo13Do you possess a State of Florida CM or RM - A "mechanical contractor" license? NOTE: If yes, then must attach with your application or provide certification number under the licensure/certification section of the application.YesNo14This position requires ability to work a variable five (5) day schedule within a seven (7) day week is required. Are you available to work this schedule?YesNo15You may be required to obtain an A, B, or C Commercial Driver's License depending on the type of motor equipment used. Are you able to obtain the CDL driver's license?YesNo Required Question