Minimum Qualifications
Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic I - Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two years experience in building maintenance or repair which included HVAC , plumbing or electrical work.
- One year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four years.
- Completion of approved course of training in air conditioning and refrigeration systems may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Licenses and Certifications Required: None.
Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic II - Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two years experience in repair and maintenance of residential and commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems.
- Completion of accredited training in air conditioning and refrigeration systems may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Licenses or Certifications: - Must possess Texas Class C driver license in good standing.
- EPA Refrigerant Recovery Certification
- Must be a registered HVAC Tech with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Physical Requirements:Continuous outdoor activity, frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor hazards, occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying up to 50 lbs., lifting up to 50lbs., client/ customer contact, indoor activity, exposure to electrical hazards, explosive hazards, biological hazards, dust/mites hazards. May require employee to be medically cleared to wear respirator.
Notes to Applicants
POSITION OVERVIEW : This position will provide skilled heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning trouble shooting, repairs and new installation services. Perform tasks to include maintaining all heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning systems; to include chilled water, heating hot water, electrical and refrigeration component repair and replacement, filter replacement, inspections, lubrication, operational adjustments, belt tensioning, and bearing replacement.
Installation and modification of system equipment and components, supply and return ducts, building indoor air quality and pressurization, and building computer automation system.
Energy Management System repair facilitators, and back-up for Central Plan Operators.
Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic I - $23.04 - $26.50 per hour
Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic II -$ 25.40 - $30.10 per hour
Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the
Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin
Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
ASSESSMENT
A skills assessment will be required for this position.
ON CALL / CALL BACK RESPONSIBILITIES
Position may require on-call or call-back responsibilities.
SHIFT INCENTIVE Shift work includes shift differential incentives for evening and night shifts and weekends.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL This position is categorized as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to come to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled.
APPLICATION INFORMATION : - A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
- Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application.
- The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”).
- Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
- Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.
- The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.
VETERAN : Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.
CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK : Top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.
GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT / DIVISION POSTINGS : Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employee must remain in Good Standing through the Top Candidate Selection phase at which time the Good Standing status will be re-verified.
LANGUAGE Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.
OVERTIME Overtime may be required with or without notice.
WORK HOURS Shift may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after-hours, holidays, and weekend work.
DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS . Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
Sunday - Wednesday 4:00 a,m, - 1:30 p,m,
Wednesday - Saturday 4:00 a,m, - 1:30 p,m,
Sunday - Wednesday 2:30 p,m, - 1:00 a,m,
Wednesday - Saturday 2:30 p,m, - 1:00 a,m,
Hours may change depending on departmental needs.
Work hours may include after-hours, holidays, and weekend work.
Job Close Date 04/29/2024 Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Austin Bergstrom International Airport Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in repair and maintenance of commercial/industrial heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems.
- EPA Refrigerant recovery Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic I Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic II Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic I Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic II Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Heating & Refrigeration Mechanic I position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two years experience in building maintenance or repair which included HVAC, plumbing or electrical work. One year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four years. Completion of approved course of training in air conditioning and refrigeration systems may substitute for one year of the required experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Please describe your experience in repair and maintenance of commercial/industrial heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have an EPA Refrigerant recovery Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire?
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
* The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment
* Were you referred to this opportunity by a current Aviation employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required Documents
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