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Location : Palm Bay, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2470
Department: Parks & Facilities
Division: Facility Maintenance
Opening Date: 12/13/2023
Closing Date: 12/27/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NAGE Blue
MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Facilities Department
Graduation from High School or a GED plus four (4) years HVAC experience required to include working knowledge of municipal and national HVAC codes. State certified/registered with Brevard County as a Journeyman or Master in the HVAC trade or the ability to obtain within 12 months. An EPA Universal Refrigerant certification is required. Desired candidate will have considerable knowledge of the standards, tools, methods, materials and practices of the HVAC trade and general maintenance. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Note: Employee will be responsible for maintaining CEU's (continuing education units) for their Journeyman or Master license.
EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS
CODE 1: Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident by incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Performs skilled technical work at the journeyman level performing the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of HVAC systems, fixtures and accessories. Work is performed in accordance with standard practices of the HVAC trade. The work also includes performing general trades work to include carpentry, electric, painting, and construction. Reports to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Executes highly-skilled HVAC work on major projects, performing various HVAC installation, maintenance and repair tasks. Operates, maintains and repairs HVAC equipment including but not limited to air handlers, fan coils, boilers and water heating equipment, chillers, condensers, pneumatic controls, cooling towers, dampers, building automation systems, exhaust fans, ice machines, pumps, VAV boxes, variable speed drives, ductwork and diffusers.
Performs minor sheet metal repairs to existing duct work; minor insulation repairs to duct work and chill water piping. Operates refrigerant recovery equipment to avoid expelling refrigerant to atmosphere and file appropriate documentation to assure compliance. Brazes and welds dissimilar metals to form leak proof connections on refrigerant piping/tubing, as well as hydronic systems.
Interprets and works from technical sketches and blueprints. Locates and defines defects in HVAC systems and equipment. May plan, layout and maintain a variety of HVAC systems and equipment. Diagnoses causes of problems and/or failures in HVAC/refrigeration systems for the purpose of identifying repair and/or replacement needs.
Displays skill in the use and care of standard tools, equipment and testing devices of the HVAC trade and a proficient working knowledge of HVAC occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.
Performs carpentry, masonry, electrical, and drywall repair or replacement, painting, and other related facility maintenance work. Plans and executes facility maintenance or construction work plans.
Operates a personal computer and other automated systems to monitor work, enter and retrieve information.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs other related work as required.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.
This position is covered under the NAGE Blue Collective Bargaining Agreement
Health Insurance: Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna.
Dental Insurance: Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High/Low plans.
Vision Insurance: Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses.
Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000.
Dependent/Spouse Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent/spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost.
Short Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks.
Long Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period.
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution.
Holidays: 10 holidays,1 birthday holiday and 1 anniversary holiday.
Paid Leave: Accrue 96 hours of vacation per year, accrued hours increase after 5 years of service based on years of service. Accrue 96 hours of sick leave per year.
Tuition Reimbursement: Upon completion of the initial probationary period, employees are eligible for tuition and book reimbursement for college level courses for Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's Degrees. (Currently frozen due to budget)
01
Do you have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent?
02
Do you possess a valid Drivers License and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record?
03
How many years of experience do you have in HVAC to include working knowledge of municipal and national HVAC codes?
04
This position requires the selected candidate to be state certified/registered with Brevard County as a Journeyman or Master in the HVAC trade or the ability to obtain within 12 months. Select from the list which applies.
05
Do you possess an EPA Universal Refrigerant certification?
Required Question
Location : Palm Bay, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2470
Department: Parks & Facilities
Division: Facility Maintenance
Opening Date: 12/13/2023
Closing Date: 12/27/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NAGE Blue
MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Facilities Department
Graduation from High School or a GED plus four (4) years HVAC experience required to include working knowledge of municipal and national HVAC codes. State certified/registered with Brevard County as a Journeyman or Master in the HVAC trade or the ability to obtain within 12 months. An EPA Universal Refrigerant certification is required. Desired candidate will have considerable knowledge of the standards, tools, methods, materials and practices of the HVAC trade and general maintenance. Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Note: Employee will be responsible for maintaining CEU's (continuing education units) for their Journeyman or Master license.
EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS
CODE 1: Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident by incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination as to who will be required to work.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Performs skilled technical work at the journeyman level performing the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of HVAC systems, fixtures and accessories. Work is performed in accordance with standard practices of the HVAC trade. The work also includes performing general trades work to include carpentry, electric, painting, and construction. Reports to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Executes highly-skilled HVAC work on major projects, performing various HVAC installation, maintenance and repair tasks. Operates, maintains and repairs HVAC equipment including but not limited to air handlers, fan coils, boilers and water heating equipment, chillers, condensers, pneumatic controls, cooling towers, dampers, building automation systems, exhaust fans, ice machines, pumps, VAV boxes, variable speed drives, ductwork and diffusers.
Performs minor sheet metal repairs to existing duct work; minor insulation repairs to duct work and chill water piping. Operates refrigerant recovery equipment to avoid expelling refrigerant to atmosphere and file appropriate documentation to assure compliance. Brazes and welds dissimilar metals to form leak proof connections on refrigerant piping/tubing, as well as hydronic systems.
Interprets and works from technical sketches and blueprints. Locates and defines defects in HVAC systems and equipment. May plan, layout and maintain a variety of HVAC systems and equipment. Diagnoses causes of problems and/or failures in HVAC/refrigeration systems for the purpose of identifying repair and/or replacement needs.
Displays skill in the use and care of standard tools, equipment and testing devices of the HVAC trade and a proficient working knowledge of HVAC occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.
Performs carpentry, masonry, electrical, and drywall repair or replacement, painting, and other related facility maintenance work. Plans and executes facility maintenance or construction work plans.
Operates a personal computer and other automated systems to monitor work, enter and retrieve information.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs other related work as required.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.
This position is covered under the NAGE Blue Collective Bargaining Agreement
Health Insurance: Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna.
Dental Insurance: Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High/Low plans.
Vision Insurance: Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses.
Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000.
Dependent/Spouse Life Insurance: The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent/spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost.
Short Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks.
Long Term Disability: Coverage pays 66 2/3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period.
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan: City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution.
Holidays: 10 holidays,1 birthday holiday and 1 anniversary holiday.
Paid Leave: Accrue 96 hours of vacation per year, accrued hours increase after 5 years of service based on years of service. Accrue 96 hours of sick leave per year.
Tuition Reimbursement: Upon completion of the initial probationary period, employees are eligible for tuition and book reimbursement for college level courses for Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's Degrees. (Currently frozen due to budget)
01
Do you have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you possess a valid Drivers License and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record?
- Yes
- No
03
How many years of experience do you have in HVAC to include working knowledge of municipal and national HVAC codes?
- None
- Less than 4 years
- 4 to 6 years
- 7 to 9 years
- 10 or more years
04
This position requires the selected candidate to be state certified/registered with Brevard County as a Journeyman or Master in the HVAC trade or the ability to obtain within 12 months. Select from the list which applies.
- Not certified or able to obtain
- Ability to obtain specified certification within 12 months from date of hire
- HVAC trade certified/registered as a Journeyman in Brevard County
- HVAC trade certified/registered as a Master in Brevard County
05
Do you possess an EPA Universal Refrigerant certification?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
