Job Title

HVAC Technician

Reports To

HVAC Supervisor, Physical Plant Administrator

Receives Guidance From

HVAC Supervisor, Physical Plant Administrator

Overtime Status

Non-exempt, in compliance with FLSA standards

Job Purpose

In keeping a tradition of excellence, the purpose of the HVAC technician is to help maintain the physical school HVAC facilities in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness and safety. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties And Responsibilities

Must be able to read schematics and wiring diagrams associated with HVAC and related systems.
Must have a good knowledge of the refrigeration system to diagnose problems and resolve issues with HVAC systems within the school district.
Must have a good understanding of electrical systems to diagnose problems and resolve issues with HVAC systems within the school district.
Must be able to use refrigerant recovery equipment and gauges for proper handling of refrigerant.
Must have a basic knowledge of the EMS systems controlling the HVAC equipment in the schools. (Schneider and Tracer Summit is a plus)
Must be able to interpret and respond to work orders submitted in the maintenance request system.
Must be able to work with a helper and manage day to day operations.
Set schedules for periodic inspections of HVAC systems in the District
Report special problems to the HVAC supervisor as pertains to maintenance and upkeep of District properties
Recommend to the HVAC supervisor possible solutions to events/situations as they happen
React to emergencies and is "on call” 24 hours a day and 7 days a week
Lead and attend staff meetings/trainings as applicable; serve on staff committees
Maintain and accept responsibility for any district owned fixed asset item assigned to employee and ensure appropriate use by following district policies for acceptable use
Undergo periodic evaluations according to state and board policy procedures
Maintain confidentiality
Regular, dependable attendance is an essential function of this position
Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy
Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other District, State and Federal policies, and procedures and protocols as established by RCSD and the Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct

Qualifications

Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent as a minimum. Trade School preferred.
Certification: EPA Certification in Universal Refrigerant Handling
Other Requirements: Valid Driver’s License and a good driving record is a MUST.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using equipment such as a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, reach, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Must have the ability to work off ladders per OSHA safety requirements, work in hot sunny conditions on rooftops on a regular basis. Able to lift and carry 50 lbs as required

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.

Note: This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Terms Of Employment

Salary, days and work year as established by the Rankin County Board of Education

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Rankin County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.

Reviewed and agreed to by: ___________________________ Date: _____________

(employee)

Reviewed and agreed to by: ___________________________ Date: _______________

(supervisor)

Rankin County School District

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