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City of Columbia

HVAC TECHNICIAN

City of Columbia, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Diagnose HVAC malfunctions, performs HVAC preventive maintenance, repairs and replacements. Duties include but are not limited to repairing malfunctions, replacing defective units and parts, programs systems, adjusting thermostats, change filters clean coils and unstop drain lines, etc.; Inspects work in progress and after completion to ensure compliance with applicable codes, specifications, standards and schedules; Operates and maintains a variety of equipment, such as vehicle, HVAC equipment, ice machines, computer controls, hand tools, diagnostic tools, refrigerant recovery systems, etc.; Installs, maintains and repairs various plumbing systems and equipment, including but not limited to bathroom fixtures, water heaters / coolers, water lines, valves, drain lines, water fountains, etc.; Installs, maintains and repairs electrical components and equipment, including but not limited to general electrical wiring, electrical outlets, switches, breakers, light fixtures, ballasts, circuits, security lights, ground lights, etc.; changes light bulbs as needed. Troubleshoots and diagnoses routine equipment and system problems; schedules and performs routine repair work or parts replacement; Performs general carpentry work for building construction / renovation as required; Pours and forms concrete; performs masonry work; Hangs and finishes sheetrock; lays tile, carpet, linoleum, etc.; Paints walls and other surfaces as needed; Repairs roofing; Repairs mechanical and electrical locks and locking systems; Performs welding and fabrication work as needed; Moves furniture and other heavy items as requested; Maintains assigned tools and equipment; Maintains accurate records on maintenance/repair work completed; Performs all work in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations and standards of safety and quality; ensures the timely completion of all assignments; and Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

High school diploma or GED; Four (4) years of relevant prior experience; Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver’s License; HVAC certification; EPA certification. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of basic algebra involving variables and formulas and/or basic geometry involving plane and solid figures, circumferences, areas and volumes; Ability to compute or perform arithmetic operations using data or information; Ability to speak or signal to people to convey or exchange information of a general nature; Ability to lead, operate or repair complex machinery or equipment that requires extended training and experience, such as HVAC equipment, electronic equipment, heavy shop equipment; may involve installation and testing. Involves operations of limited scope; Ability to perform skilled work involving rules/systems with almost constant problem-solving; Ability to read technical instructions, procedures, manuals and charts to solve practical problems; composing routine reports and specialized reports, forms and business letters with proper format; speaking compound sentences using normal grammar and word form; Ability to perform clerical, manual or technical tasks requiring a wide range of procedures and requiring intensive understanding of a restricted field or complete familiarity with the functions of a unit or small division of an operating agency; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results or occasional exposure to unusual pressure; and Ability to guide others, requiring frequent decisions affecting co-workers and others who depend on the service or product; works in a somewhat fluid environment with rules and procedures but with many variations from the routine.

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