Air Technician II

Position: Air Condition Technician II
General Description

Employee performs complex heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment work. Work involves installing, repairing, maintaining, and servicing plant equipment and component parts in units such as heating, air conditioning, ventilating, and power distribution systems. Employee may supervise the work of others. Employee works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Examples of Work Performed

Overhauls and services air conditioning, heating, and ventilating equipment.

Overhauls pumps, air compressors, and circulating pumps associated with HVAC equipment and systems.

Repairs and replaces worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors, and water and vacuum pumps.

Repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings.

Tests refrigeration equipment for refrigerant leaks.

Removes and installs motors, thermostats, and humidistats.

Adjusts expansion valves and adds gas to refrigeration units.

Checks gauges and performs preventive maintenance work.

Maintains records and prepares reports on repairs and service to equipment.

Maintains, tests, and repairs backup generators and power supply systems.

May plan and oversee the installation of air conditioning and heating.

May supervise the work of others.

Performs related work as assigned.

Education and Experience

Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED), supplemented by vocational or special training in Air Conditioning.

One (1) year of experience in HVAC work.

Certificates, Licenses and Registration:

Must be able to obtain a Class B certification from the State of Texas within one year.

Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.

Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, tools, and equipment of air conditioning, heating, ventilating, and plumbing; and of mechanical operation, maintenance, and repair.

Skill in the use of tools used in the maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment.

Ability to understand and follow directions.

Ability to work from blueprints and sketches.

Ability to maintain proper heating, ventilation and air conditioning levels.

Ability to maintain labor and materials records.

Ability to prepare reports.

Ability to supervise the work of others.

The County of Hidalgo offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. For more information, please

01

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by vocational or special training in Air Conditioning?

* Yes

* No

02

Do you have one (1) year of experience in HVAC work?

* Yes

* No

Required Question

Employer Hidalgo County

Address 505 S. McColl Rd., Suite A

Edinburg, Texas, 78539

Phone

Website https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).