DescriptionUnder supervision performs entry-level work in the service maintenance and installation of heating ventilating air conditioning and refrigeration systems and associated equipment. Participates in and receives training to achieve proficiency in HVACR mechanic duties. Drives an automobile or light truck to transport workers and equipment.
ResponsibilitiesEXAMPLES OF DUTIES: - Participates in the installation repair maintenance and service of a wide variety of heating ventilating air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
- Operates a variety of hand and power tools. Lifts and carries HVACR equipment parts tools supplies and materials. Climbs ladders crawls bends and stoops to access HVACR systems.
- Drives an automobile or light truck to transport workers equipment and materials to and from job sites. Lifts and carries HVACR equipment parts tools and supplies. Climbs ladders crawls bends and stoops to access HVACR systems.
- Screws bolts and brazes parts to assemble HVACR components such as motors pneumatic and electronic controls switches gauges wiring harnesses valves pumps compressors condensers and pipes.
- Records and maintains accurate records of work performed time and materials used. Reads blueprints drawings and specifications.
- Communicates appropriately and frequently with faculty school administrators supervisor/manager(s) and other employees.
- Participates in and receives training to achieve and maintain proficiency in HVACR mechanic duties.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education Training and Experience:
- Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
- One year of professional HVACR experience.
Licenses and Certifications
- Possession of a State of Maryland apprentice HVACR license or an equivalent.
- Possession of a valid class C Maryland drivers license or an equivalent.
- Required licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout employment in this position.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of building maintenance or construction. Knowledge of building construction tools and equipment. Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of heating ventilating air conditioning and refrigeration repair.
- Skill in building maintenance or construction.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- The work of this class entails heavy physical labor including frequent walking standing kneeling reaching bending digging lifting and carrying objects of moderate to heavy weight ascending/descending ladders scaffolds stairs and the use of tools and equipment.
- Works in confined spaces in proximity to loud machinery frequently requires accessing and positioning oneself to reach limited access spaces including but not limited to crawl spaces roofs trenches pits manholes attics and tunnels.
- Recognizes exposure to live circuits and/or operating machinery in adverse weather conditions and travel to sites throughout Baltimore County.
This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Persons appointed to this classification are designated as Essential Personnelandare required to work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather conditions or any other emergency.
In addition to working the assigned work schedule persons appointed to this class work scheduled overtime and must be available for emergency overtime when the need arises by responding to overtime calls before and after standard scheduled hours of work.
Persons appointed to this class may be requested to work an alternative schedule or shift temporarily as designated by supervisor.
Persons appointed to this class are designated as essential personnel and as such may be required to work during emergency events.
License to drive in the State of Maryland and the ability to drive a pickup truck or van is required.
License(s) if/when required for this position are subject to verification and must be maintained in good and active standing during the duration of employment without lapse. Lapse or void in valid/active licensure may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Some positions in this class must be physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and must remain physically qualified to operate such vehicles throughout their employment. Persons holding a commercial drivers license (CDL) are subject to alcohol and drug testing in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations and Board of Education policy.
Salary: Pay rates range from $22.20 - $33.52 per hour.
Grade: 07/American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) pay scale.
Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales other compensation and leave accruals atOffice of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools.
Other Compensation: This position may also be eligible for comp time as per the AFSCME Master Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding. Visit the BCPS website for additional information at Status: Non-Exempt
Retirement and Benefits Eligibility
Retirement: Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System.
Benefits: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans dental plans vision life insurance flexible spending accounts disability coverage and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays sick personal business and bereavement days and flexible leave options such as FMLA sick bank and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at
document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Application Instructions:
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
- Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
- Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals supervisors managers mentor teachers and university/college references from colleagues friends community members not be accepted.
- Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
- You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools regular and temporary are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
- If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
- Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
- Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
- All newly hired personnelmustattend aBenefits and Retirement Orientationmeeting.
- Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
Contact Information
Shawn Stahl HR Manager
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