Mechanic - Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning; HVAC - Facilities - EXTENDED

Position: Mechanic 5 - Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) - Facilities - Job #4200 EXTENDED
Position Type:
Facilities & Maintenance/HVAC Technician

Date Posted:
3/16/2026

Location:
Facilities

Closing Date:
06/10/2026
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTY

POSITION TITLE:
Mechanic 5

ASSIGNMENT:
Mechanic 5 - Heat, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) - Facilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or equivalent or trade school certificate

Three (3) years documented experience in the particular trade or craft

A valid Florida Commercial Driver's License or agrees to obtain within ninety (90) days

Physical Requirements: Ability to do strenuous physical tasks during the performance of duties, to include lifting up to 100 pounds, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, etc.

Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess a contractor's license in some capacity

Supervisory experience in a maintenance and operations related organization

EPA certification

Mastery of proper use and care of equipment, tools and materials related to the particular trade or craft

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises and coordinates the activities of the mechanics engaged in installing, servicing, and repairing HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) and refrigeration units utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, pipe- fitting and structural layout.

Types of equipment to be maintained and serviced are exhaust systems equipment, walk-in coolers, reach-in freezers, reach-in refrigerators, ice machines, water coolers, and all types and sizes of air conditioning systems, from DX units to water-cooled chillers.

Repairs installed units by examining visually for defective parts, or determines the cause of the malfunction by performing tests, utilizing knowledge of mechanical, electrical and refrigeration theory.

Must have extensive knowledge and total understanding of HVAC operations, i.e. heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment control sequences and all other associated components.

Mounts compressors and condensing units on platforms or floors using hand tools.

Cuts and bends tubing to correct length and shape using cutting and bending equipment and tools.

Joins tubing or pipes to various refrigerating units by means of sleeves, couplings, or unions and soldering joints, using a torch, forming a complete circuit for refrigerant.

Connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls and circulating-ventilation fans to control panels and connects control panels to power source.

Be proactive in identifying preventative maintenance needs with all School Board HVAC equipment.

Maintains a program that tracks use of refrigerant utilized in day-to-day operations.

Maintains proper operation and condition of all tools and equipment.

Operates vehicles in a safe and lawful manner.

Maintains all required paperwork and records (daily/weekly).

Performs related work as required.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Other duties as assigned by supervising administrator

TERM:

Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process

APPRAISAL:

Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board Policy

PAY GRADE:

According to the School Board of Highlands County Non-Instructional Support Personnel Salary Schedule

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups.

Revised and Reformatted 8/2013
APA Approved 7/28/2015
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Board Approved 4/25/2017
Modified 08/19/2021

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL:

All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job

Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public

Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment

Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings

Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing

Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions

Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks

Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions

Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal…