Under general direction, an employee performs responsible technical work in the service, repair, and operation of air conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems. Employee may consult with contractors and work from the manufacturer's specifications and plans in installing new equipment or in replacing parts. Routine maintenance and operation are performed independently of specific instructions but in accordance with general operating requirements established by a technical superior. Work is primarily done in the courthouse, but as required may be done in other county-owned buildings.

(All duties listed may not be included in any one position nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.)

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  Install and maintains air conditioning, heating, and ventilating equipment.
• Start and operates compressor units.
• Overhaul motors, clean and adjusts temperature records, and check, and repair all pumps.
• Conduct all water treatment daily.
• Calibrate pressure gauges, meters, and similar devices.
• Check all indicating instruments periodically to know the functioning level of each unit.
• Repair units by replacing defective breaker control thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring using electricians' hand tools and test equipment.
• Service and repair forced-air heating systems in combination with air conditioning systems.
• Lubricate fans, motors, and control units; replaces belts; relays compressors and circuit boards.
• Repair, replace, and install various types of plumbing fixtures, supply lines, and drainage systems.
• Perform related work as required.

Education and Experience

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a standard senior high school supplemented by college-level courses in mechanical or electrical engineering or vocational training courses in the operation and maintenance of air conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems.
• Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of air conditioning, heating, and ventilating equipment.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices applied to the safe and efficient operation of all types of air conditioning, heating, and ventilating equipment.
• Working knowledge of and demonstrated skill in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning, heating, and ventilating equipment.
• Ability to operate all types of ventilating equipment.
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of skilled and unskilled workmen as necessary.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Bend, stoop, climb a ladder on occasion, and lift up to 50 Lbs.
• Utilize hand tools to perform plumbing work, HVAC / Occasional Electrical/door, and lock work.

• Universal Refrigerant Certification.
• Apprentice Plumbing and Gas Certification.

• 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Monday - Friday