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Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) - Refrigeration Tech.

Schenectady City School District

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Compensation
$54–57K/yr
Location
Schenectady, NY
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Job overview

Schenectady City School District is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) - Refrigeration Tech.. The Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) - Refrigeration Tech. is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of building heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and related systems. This skilled position involves developing safety practices, resolving complaints, and making emergency repairs to ensure serviceability. Supervision is received from the Director of Educational Facilities, and the incumbent may supervise subordinate cleaning and maintenance personnel.

Key focus areas include Develop appropriate operating, repair, maintenance and safety practices for HVAC systems, Repair and replace electrical controls, thermostats, relays, pumps and related equipment, and Investigate and resolve complaints concerning heating and ventilating.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED and Completion Of Trade School Program Specializing In HVAC Or 5 Years Experience In HVAC Field. Important skills include Operation, Maintenance And Repair Of Building Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, And Related Systems, Develop Operating, Repair, Maintenance And Safety Practices, Repair And Replace Electrical Controls, Repair And Replace Thermostats, Repair And Replace Relays, and Repair And Replace Pumps.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operation, Maintenance and Repair of Building Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Related SystemsDevelop Operating, Repair, Maintenance and Safety PracticesRepair and Replace Electrical ControlsRepair and Replace ThermostatsRepair and Replace RelaysRepair and Replace PumpsInvestigate and Resolve Complaints Concerning Heating and VentilatingMake Emergency Repairs to EquipmentInstall and Repair Electrical SystemsInstall and Repair Plumbing and PipingMake Recommendations in the Purchase of Equipment and SuppliesReview Work Done by ContractorsPerform Work in Other TradesParticipate in Snow and Ice Control ActivitiesOperate a Motor VehicleThorough Knowledge of Construction, Operation, Maintenance and Safety Procedures of Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Related EquipmentGood Knowledge of Practice, Tools and Materials Used in the Maintenance and Repair of BuildingsAbility to Repair and Maintain Heating, Air Conditioning, and Related Equipment in a Safe and Efficient MannerAbility to Act Quickly and Efficiently in the Event of a Mechanical FailureAbility to Understand Oral and Written DirectionsMechanical Aptitude

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalencyCompletion of a Trade School Program Specializing in Skilled HVAC Work and 2 Years Experience as a Certified Journey-Level HVAC Technician or 5 Years of Experience in the HVAC FieldMeet Civil Service Requirements for AppointmentCurrently Hold This Title or Be Reachable on the Civil Service ListCertified Journey-Level HVAC Technician

Full job description

Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) - Refrigeration Tech.

Application Deadline

6/30/2027

Position Title

Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) - Refrigeration Tech.

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

$54,091-$57,385/year

Job Description

Distinguishing Features of the Class Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) Role:

This is skilled maintenance work involving the responsibility for the operation, maintenance and repair of building heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and related systems. Supervision is received from the Director of Educational Facilities. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate cleaning and maintenance personnel. The incumbent does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities and Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC) Expectations:

  • Develops appropriate operating, repair, maintenance and safety practices for heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and related equipment and systems;

  • Repairs and replaces electrical controls, thermostats, relays, pumps and related equipment;

  • Investigates and resolves complaints concerning heating and ventilating;

  • Makes emergency repairs to equipment and takes emergency action in connection with equipment failure to insure reinstatement of serviceability;

  • Installs and repairs electrical systems;

  • Installs and repairs plumbing and piping;

  • Makes recommendations in the purchase of equipment and supplies;

  • May review work done by contractors;

  • May perform work in other trades;

  • May be required to participate in snow and ice control activities;

  • May be required to operate a motor vehicle in connection with assignments;

  • Performs a variety of related duties as required.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics and Key Qualities of Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC):

Thorough knowledge of the construction, operation, maintenance and safety procedures of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and related equipment; good knowledge of practice, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of buildings; ability to repair and maintain heating, air conditioning, and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner; ability to act quickly and efficiently in the event of a mechanical failure; ability to understand oral and written directions; mechanical aptitude; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the positions.

Civil Service Title

Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC)

Job Qualifications

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either:

  • Completion of a trade school program specializing in skilled HVAC work and two years experience as a certified journey-level HVAC technician OR;

  • Five (5) years of experience in the HVAC field.

Application Procedure

Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application. In addition, all applicants are requested to submit a current resume. This is a competitive Schenectady County Civil Service position. Candidates must meet civil service requirements for appointment . Candidates must currently hold this title or be reachable on the civil service list when available. If a list is not available, this will be a provisional appointment and the successful candidate must take the appropriate civil service examination and be reachable.

The Schenectady City School District (SCSD) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state, and federal attention and investment in the Schenectady City Schools has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career. Currently, the Schenectady City School District is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the district's schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional and physical needs of approximately 10,000 students through the essential elements of the district’s Strategic Plan. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with the aim of moving SCSD toward world class status and preparing all students for success.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of the protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the Schenectady City School District recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Office of Human Resources. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with the Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and Bylaws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.

Job Category

Operations and Maintenance

Job Location

District-wide

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