Air Conditioning Mechanic

AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC

SALARY INFORMATION

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on position requirements and the successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Air Conditioning Mechanic vacancies. This eligible list may be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately

as the recruitment will close on Thursday October 02 2025 at 11:59 PM (PT).

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THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking experienced individuals who have extensive technical expertise working on air conditioning systems. Air Conditioning Mechanics are responsible for installing maintaining and repairing various types of air conditioning heating and refrigeration equipment; installing and maintaining heating and ventilating duct systems; and performing maintenance repair and calibration on heating and air conditioning control devices.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the related experience and knowledge required for this position. They will possess a minimum of two (2) years of HVAC addition the ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:

Technical Expertise

• Install maintain and repair various types of air conditioning heating and refrigeration systems.
• Lay out install and maintain heating and ventilating duct systems.
• Maintain and repair steam and water boilers.
• Repair and replace control valves.
• Complete scheduled inspections of all equipment and check pressure valves and belts.
• Maintain records of inspections and work performed.
• Clean coils and oils fans change filters and adjust airflow.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Troubleshoot units not functioning properly and repair or replace defective or worn parts; diagnose problems and repair pneumatic and electronic control systems.
• Determine parts and equipment needed for maintenance and repair work and submit job estimates.
• Review operational charts on boilers and air conditioning equipment to determine efficient operation or significant deviations from normal.

Communication Skills

• Accurately and concisely exchanges information with others both orally and in writing.
• Effectively follows written and oral instructions and is able to give instructions to others.
• Actively listens to others for a full understanding of what is being communicated.
• Comprehends and interprets technical material related to the job.
• Records project information to ensure accurate reporting.

Safety Conscious

• Ability to engage in safe work practices.
• Ability to comply with all applicable regulations and safety procedures regarding the installation maintenance and repair of air conditioning/HVAC systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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REQUIRED LICENSE

Possession of a Universal Technician certificate as required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in accordance with Section 608 of the Clean Air Act for dealing with refrigerants. As well as possession of a valid California Drivers License Class C or higher by date of appointment.

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process.

Written ExaminationMultiple Choice Test
(Refer / Non-Refer): A multiple-choice assessment will be conducted to evaluate the applicants knowledge and experience as it relates to the job. Only the most successful candidates will be referred to the Oral Practical Exam.

Performance Examination/Structured Oral InterviewPerformance Test/Structured Oral Interview(Weighted 100%)

Candidates will be evaluated based on practical job exercises designed to elicit the candidates qualifications for the job. After the performance examination is complete candidates will be interviewed and evaluated by a panel of job knowledge experts

Based on the Departments needs the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Eligible List
Once all assessments have been completed HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click hereto review the policy.

PHYSICAL MENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical and Mental Requirements

Continuous upward and downward flexion of the neck. Frequent walking standing bending and twisting of neck; bending and twisting of waist; squatting simple grasping and reaching above and below shoulder level. Occasional sitting and repetitive use of hands to operate computers printers and copiers. Incumbents use physical strength and agility on a continual basis including lifting objects frequently weighing up to 50 pounds and on occasion required to assist in lifting and transporting objects weighing up to 70 lbs.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Exposure to all types of weather including extreme temperatures and inclement weather. Constant exposure to aircraft noise high-pitched noises fumes and odors and other airport-related conditions.

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