HVAC Filter Technician
- Employer
- Hamilton County Department of Education
- Location
- Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Support Staff, Computer / IT
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Overview
The purpose of this job is to perform skilled work associated with routine/preventive maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and associated equipment for Hamilton County Department of Education (HCDE) schools and facilities.
Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge/Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED; supplemented by vocational/technical training in Refrigeration and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training involving service/maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license Random drug testing required.
Skills/Qualifications:
Education Requirement
High School Diploma/GED
Years Experience Requirement
Overview
The purpose of this job is to perform skilled work associated with routine/preventive maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and associated equipment for Hamilton County Department of Education (HCDE) schools and facilities.
Responsibilities
- Acts in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner at all times.
- Creates a customer-focused climate and provides quality services and support to school and other stakeholders.
- Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
- Performs routine/preventive maintenance and general repair work involving heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for school buildings and related facilities; coordinates projects with other trade/craft employees or outside contractors as required.
- Ensures that physical structures, equipment/system operations, and repair/maintenance activities are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
- Responds to work orders or work requests to conduct various repair/maintenance projects as assigned; schedules/performs seasonal inspections and preventive maintenance work; calculates/estimates time and material needed to complete projects; plans work activities to minimize down time in classrooms, offices, or other work areas; conducts maintenance inspections of buildings, equipment, and facilities to identify necessary repairs; reports potentially hazardous or dangerous situations to supervisor; responds to emergency situations.
- Performs routine servicing, preventive maintenance, and general repair work for a variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, equipment, and related components, which may include air conditioners, window air conditioning units, cooling towers, chillers, air handlers, exhaust fans/vents, or related equipment.
- Performs various skilled, semi-skilled, and manual tasks associated with HVAC projects, which may include inspecting equipment components, cleaning/washing filters, creating/repairing replacement filters/frames, cutting filter media to size, installing replacement filters, cleaning evaporator and condenser coils, replacing drive belts, clearing drain lines, lubricating motors and bearings, adjusting motors, repairing exhaust fans, vacuuming dust/dirt from units, checking temperature of units, or testing electrical voltage.
- Assists HVAC Technicians as needed with installation, repair, and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and associated equipment.
- Performs various general/manual work tasks associated with department projects, which may include moving equipment/furniture, climbing ladders, digging holes/trenches, or lifting/moving heavy materials.
- Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with department projects, which may include a utility vehicle, lift, air compressor, generator, pressure washer, vacuum pump, vacuum cleaner, drill, pump sprayer, refrigerant recovery machine, nitrogen cylinder, sheet metal shears, plumbing tools, mechanic tools, carpentry tools, scaffolding, ladder, gauges, meters, diagnostic instruments, or two-way radio.
- Inspects/tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; makes appropriate adjustments, repairs, or replacements; reports problem situations.
- Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
- Transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.
- Reads and interprets maps, diagrams and blueprints.
- Communicates through the proper channels to keep supervisor and other appropriate personnel informed of impending problems or events of unusual nature.
- Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees, students, and other individuals.
- Works collaboratively with school staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders.
- Attends work and arrives to work on time.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.
- Attends meetings as needed.
- Travels to school locations and other locations throughout the district to perform job tasks.
- Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed; assists other skilled-trade employees as needed.
- Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, purchase vouchers, warehouse requisitions, accident reports, on-the-job accident reports, time cards, or other documents.
- Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, backflow data sheets, purchase voucher records, vehicle maintenance schedules, codes, blueprints, diagrams, specifications, maps, asbestos management plan, material safety data sheets, manuals, catalogs, directories, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
- Monitors inventory of equipment and supplies; ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; initiates requests for new/replacement materials.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge/Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED; supplemented by vocational/technical training in Refrigeration and Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning; supplemented by one (1) year previous experience and/or training involving service/maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license Random drug testing required.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to safely operate the required equipment and tools to complete job assignments.
- Ability to read and interpret instructions, blueprints, diagrams, maps, and other documents.
- Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Ability to calculate decimals and percentages.
- Ability to work in adverse weather and environmental conditions.
Education Requirement
High School Diploma/GED
Years Experience Requirement
Company
Hamilton County Schools, located in beautiful Chattanooga, TN, is hiring, supporting, and retaining outstanding top teaching talent. We are the fastest improved district in Tennessee and have a goal to become the best. With nearly 80 schools located in urban, rural, and suburban communities, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.
Why Join our Team?
New Teacher Support: With our progressive three-year induction program for new teachers, you will have the following supports:
- New Teacher Academy
- First Year Mentor & Supportive Professional Development
- Whole-Teacher/Well-Teacher (wellness & mindfulness training)
Leadership Opportunities: Grow your career with Hamilton County Schools, no matter your professional goals:
- Train to become a mentor teacher or professional development presenter
- Obtain your National Board Certification and get a $4,000 salary increase
- Apply for leadership pipeline programs for instructional coaching or administration
- Be a part of innovative programs that are unique to Hamilton County like Teacherpreneur and STEM Fellows
- Travel the world as a Fund for Teachers recipient
Experience all Chattanooga has to offer:
- Chattanooga has a metro area of 500,000 people - not too big and not too small - and under two hours from Nashville, Atlanta, Knoxville, and Birmingham
- Award-winning city for outdoor activities, music, art and culture
- 25 + local music, art, and food festivals every year
We are seeking teaching candidates who are:
- Committed to high academic achievement and high expectations for all students
- Able to be a positive team-player and communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, students, and families
- Open to being coached and receiving feedback in order to advance learning and growth for students
- Experienced in high-need or Title-I School settings. Experience with English Language Learners is a plus.
- Professionals with high personal standards and integrity
Compensation & Total Rewards
- Competitive salary range commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package includes multiple health insurance options, vision, dental reimbursement, short and long-term disability, life insurance, on-site clinics, and a wellness program
- Childcare for Hamilton County teachers available in multiple schools
- Competitive retirement plans through Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System, including a hybrid 401k and pension plan. In 2018, TCRS was ranked in the top four best funded State Pension plans by the Pew Charitable Trust.
About Hamilton County Schools
Hamilton County Schools, located in beautiful Chattanooga, TN, is the fastest improving district in the state of Tennessee. We believe in success for all students and are dedicated to helping all students succeed to their highest potential. With nearly 80 schools located in urban, rural, and suburban communities, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.
Who we serve: Hamilton County Schools serves over 42,000 students across our diverse county in urban, rural and suburban communities. Our families speak 125 languages and approximately 8.5% of our students are English language learners.
Our results: The state of Tennessee has recognized Hamilton County as an “Advancing” school district.
A few of our recent achievements include:
- #2 out of 146 districts in the state of Tennessee for student growth and a Level 5 district for 2018-2019
- 45 Level 5 schools and 32 reward schools
- 16 Volkswagen E-Labs - the highest concentration of fabrication labs of any district in the US or abroad
- Milken Award winning teacher; State Principal of the Year (2017)
- 13 High Schools with over 18 Future Ready Institutes
Company info
- Website
- http://www.hcde.org/
- Telephone
- 4234987048
- Location
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3074 Hickory Valley Road
Chattanooga
TN
37421
US
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