HVAC - Trades Worker

Salary: $16.50 - $30.58 Hourly
Location : Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 06365QC
Department: Facilities Construction and Management
Opening Date: 03/31/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Lee County is pleased to announce an exciting new position within our Facilities Construction and Management Department. We are seeking a motivated, high-energy, team worker to serve in the role of Tradesworker (HVAC). This is an entry-level position that performs repairs and preventative maintenance on commercial and industrial HVAC equipment at all Lee County facilities.
This position performs preventative maintenance (PM) on HVAC equipment. This individual performs technical work in preventative maintenance of heating, air conditioning, ventilation and refrigeration (HVAC) related equipment for the purpose of providing proper indoor environmental air quality.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Duties include but are not limited to trouble shooting, diagnostic and repairs of malfunctioning HVAC equipment as well as assisting in replacement and or installing a new system.
• In addition perform ductwork repairs/replacements.
• Will be expected to do some plumbing and electrical work as needed.
• Preventative maintenance performance are checking, sizing, changing air filters, inspecting, cleaning and sanitizing HVACR equipment, including condensation drain pan, drain line, HVACR condenser unit coil, air handler unit and coil.
• Pulling and cleaning the blower wheel and housing, checking, changing/adjusting HVACR equipment belts, checking operation of pump/motors, greasing pumps, bearing, lubricating dampers, checking and or replacements on motors, contractors, capacitors, t-stat fuse, transformers, overflow switch, condensation pump, dehumidifiers, reheat coils, fresh air make up units providing deep cleaning and removal of contaminants that may hinder the air quality, repair replace armaflex, check the operation of exhaust fan, clean chiller yards, coils and chiller water circulation socks and maintains clean and organized mechanical rooms.
• Have basic knowledge of all types of equipment the range from mini split 20 ton units.
• These performance are needed for the extended service lifetime of the HVACR equipment.
• Authorize to take corrective action and or notify supervisor to clear possible safety hazards outside of their normal work performance.
• Incumbent performs PMs and minor repairs to HVAC equipment.
• Assists with servicing HVAC units.
• Prepares and submits required paperwork on a daily basis.
• Maintains truck inventory.
• Requires possession of a type 1 and type II refrigerant recovery license.
• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding, dig and crawl in tight spaces, reach, stoop, squat, and work outside during all seasons in extreme temperatures.

Education, Experience, Licensing

• Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and six months of HVAC experience or closely related experience.
• Must possess an EPA Section 608 Type II Refrigerant Certification or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire or employment will end.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Will be required to undergo a fingerprint-based NCIC background check and must be able to obtain a security clearance from the Lee County Sheriff's Office and will be required to undergo a "fingerprint-based" criminal background check and must be able to obtain security clearance from the State's Attorney Office in addition to the standard Consumer Report based background check that is required for all conditional offers of employment.

Supplemental Information

• The work days and hours are Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Ability to demonstrate skill in operating small machinery and/or hand tools.
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding, dig and crawl in tight spaces, reach, stoop, squat, and work outside during all seasons in extreme temperatures and able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• The ideal candidate must possess a positive attitude and be able to work in a team atmosphere.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
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Health Benefits:
• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
01
Do you possess any combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED equivalent and six months of HVAC or closely related experience?

• Yes
• No

02
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please describe your experiences that you feel best prepare you for this position.
03
Are you able to climb ladders and scaffolding, dig and crawl in tight spaces, reach, stoop, squat, and work outside during all seasons in extreme temperatures and able to lift up to 60 lbs?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you possess possess an EPA Section 608 Type II Refrigerant Certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire or employment will end?

• Yes, I possess the EPA Section 608 Type II Refrigerant Certification.
• No, but I will be able to obtain the EPA Section 608 Type II Refrigerant Certification within 6 months of hire.
• No, I do not possess the EPA Section 608 Type II Refrigerant Certification and do not have the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.

05
Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

06
The work days and hours for this position are Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Are you able and willing to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

07
This position requires ability to pass an NCIC background check, and to undergo fingerprinting to obtain security clearances from the Lee County Sheriff's Office and the State's Attorney Office in addition to the standard Consumer Report based background check that is required for conditional offers of employment.
Do you acknowledge these background check requirements?

• Yes
• No

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