HVAC Mechanic IV

HVAC Mechanic IV

Install, operate, repair, and preventively maintain pneumatic/electric digital air conditioning (A/C)
and refrigeration equipment. Service and refurbish all types of A/C and refrigeration equipment, including
controls systems that are connected directly to, and operate, field devices. Troubleshoot field-connected
devices (including unitary controllers, variable air volume (VAV) controllers, electronic and pneumatic
thermostats, and control programs related to field devices operating HVAC equipment (such as variable
frequency drives (VFD) with network computers; and shutdown/restart equipment controlled by these
devices. Repair or replace valves, piping, thermostats, dampers, grills, turning vanes, motors, belts, and
controls. Troubleshoot equipment following the proper control sequence of operation. Overhaul
compressors, condensers, and other equipment. Recharge and recover refrigerants in refrigeration
systems. Balance HVAC systems. Perform and oversee HVAC construction projects and departmental
jobs utilizing blue prints and schematics.

Mentor and train lower level technicians. Begin and complete NCCER Core Curriculum (if not
already completed).

Enter maintenance data via the work order system for work requests (WR) and time. Maintain EPA
Refrigerant Recovery Journal. Provide support services to other trades (e.g., properly route or phase WR)
as may be required for the timely and efficient repair of buildings and/or equipment.

Perform lead mechanic duties and lead all levels of HVAC mechanics on projects.

Initiate purchases of materials and parts used for repairs Clean and maintain shop, work areas, and
personal equipment.

Drives a state vehicle that requires a valid driver license.

EPA Refrigerant Recovery Universal Certification

A criminal background and post-offer health assessment will be conducted.

Normal Work Schedule: - Schedule: M-F 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
- Emergency work (as needed)
- Swing shift/on-call/standby (as required)
- Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy

$23.00- $25.70 Hourly based on experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

· High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of 4 years (or equivalent) of an HVAC apprenticeship program, or four (4) years of appropriate experience in HVAC related work; appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience

Licensure and Certification

· Currently Certified/ Licensed in HVAC trade or Associate’s Degree in HVAC plus 2 years relevant experience in trade or pass NCCER Knowledge Verification and NCCER HVAC Performance Verification within 6 months

· Pass trade specific Critical Task Assessment within 6 months.

· Complete NCCER Core within 6 months

· Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Refrigerant Recovery certification (prior to hire)

· Valid Florida Class E non-commercial driver license