Pulaski County Government is hiring: Senior Heating/Air Conditioning Mechanic in

Senior Heating/Air Conditioning Mechanic

This position is responsible for the installation and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems within the Regional Detention facility, including analysis of system capacity and operational efficiency and development of a repair/replacement schedule.

Job Summary

Responsible for the installation and maintenance of the heating and air conditioning systems within the Regional Detention facility including analysis of system capacity and operational efficiency and development of a repair/replacement schedule.

Essential Job Functions

• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs malfunctions in heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, kitchen coolers and freezers, ice machines, and control boxes utilizing various diagnostic and testing devices.
• Replaces and/or repairs compressors, motors, filters, and other defective components.
• Performs preventative maintenance on heating and cooling systems, equipment, and fixtures including lubricating bearings, changing belts, cleaning coils, and adding refrigerant as needed.
• Oversees the testing of heating and air conditioning units within the Detention Facility as needed.
• Analyzes the functioning and condition of the heating and cooling systems; develops an overall plan of equipment maintenance and replacement schedules ensuring adequate service levels for the Detention facility.
• Reviews blueprints and specifications for proposed heating and cooling systems; makes recommendations regarding the type of system needed, equipment capacity, and the required installation process.
• Inspects the work of contractors to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Oversees the repair and maintenance of hot water boiler systems.
• Maintains an inventory of needed heating and cooling system supplies and materials; completes requisitions as needed.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment specifications and scope of work when needed for the replacement of heating or cooling systems.
• Prepares schematics and drawings for HVAC system contractors utilizing AutoCAD or other appropriate graphics software.
• Maintains required records of all equipment repair and replacement.
• Responds to equipment malfunctions 24 hours a day when required.

Secondary Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of vocational-technical school training in heating/air conditioning systems; extensive experience with the installation and maintenance of commercial heating and air conditioning systems; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and motor vehicle report.
• Must possess or be able to immediately obtain a valid Arkansas driver's license.
• In addition to the pre-employment checks, all employees who operate county vehicles are required to undergo an annual motor vehicle report.
• This position is safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must possess or be able to immediately obtain an EPA Universal Certification.
• Must possess or be able to immediately obtain an Arkansas class A HVAC License.
• Must possess or be able to immediately obtain a valid Arkansas Boiler Operator and Maintenance License.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Pulaski County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.