Foreman, HVAC Mechanical

Position Function/Purpose

The daily oversight of personnel and work orders for repairs maintenance and upgrades to the HVAC (Heating ventilation and air conditioning) Mechanical and Refrigeration Equipment at all district facilities. Conduct the Day to Day operations of the districts HVAC Mechanical construction and repair projects.

Major Responsibilities

1. Work directly with the F.C.C.S Supervisor in scheduling the repairs and modifications of all

district mechanical property and equipment

2. Estimate and secure materials for HVAC Mechanical and Refrigeration Department

3. Maintain records and schedules of jobs completed including mechanical and refrigeration

repairs materials used etc.

4. Communicate with administrators in order to coordinate schedules for the least amount of disturbance

5. Provide the necessary skills and procedures required to adequately develop and maintain

periodic maintenance and repairs on various standard HVAC mechanical units pumps

Blowers valves controls etc.

6. Provide the necessary skills needed to adequately assist the Mechanical/Electrical Plumbing departments v various district construction or repair projects

7. Provide the necessary skills to adequately trouble shoot maintenance problems which occur w with HVAC equipment and HVAC Controls

8. Have the ability to follow instructions and be flexible to changes in work assignments

9. Monitor quality and quantity of work done by the HVAC Department

10. Keep F.C.C.S. Supervisor informed on all projects with work order status

11. Maintain EPA mandated refrigerant records for all district equipment

12. Must be willing to follow instructions and be flexible to changes in work assignments

13. Follow and enforce the rules and regulations of the School Plant Services Department and the

Midland Independent School District

14. Once assigned coordinate and inspect the design installation and quality control of contracted s service HVAC installations for the district

15. Provide preliminary evaluations comments for all HVAC staff to the F.C.C.S Supervisor for

consideration of employee performance appraisals

16. Maintain and process HVAC work orders invoices budget schedules and other production

records for the HVAC department

17. As assigned shall serve on the rotating 24-hour emergency on-call beeper service for School

Plant Services

18. Perform other duties as assigned by the F.C.C.S. Supervisor and the Executive Director of School Plant services.

Qualification Requirements

Minimum Certification/Education:

1. High School Diploma or GED

2. Valid Texas Driver License and acceptable driving record; must adhere to Midland ISDs vehicle safety &
use program

3. Maintain EPA refrigerant certification - Level I II & Universal

Special Knowledge/Skills:

1. Extensive knowledge of HVAC Mechanical and refrigeration repairs and repair techniques including m maintenance and new construction

2. General knowledge and aptitude of building construction and electrical systems

3. Project a positive attitude among other district personnel and demonstrate a Willingness to

work

4. Background in general HVAC Control Systems and Energy Management Control Systems

5. Background in energy efficient mechanical systems

6. Be able to work independently self-motivated

7. Proven ability to manage a group of people

8. The ability to plan and budget projects

9. Possess a working knowledge and ability to read construction documents drawings and

equipment schematic drawings

10. General computer knowledge

Minimum Experience:

1. Two years prior experience as a HVAC Mechanical or refrigeration repairman

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary. while performing the duties of this job.

1. Moderate lifting 50 lbs.

2. Reaching above shoulder

3. Walking

4. Standing

5. Repeated bending

6. Climbing

7. Use of fingers

8. Ability to distinguish basil colors

Regular attendance required.

Equipment used

1. General hand tools electric power tools typical to the HVAC Mechanical or Refrigeration trades

2. Standard MISD vehicle pickup or van as assigned

3. Ladders lifts etc.

4. Standard HVAC repair diagnostic and electrical metering equipment

5. Oxygen/acetylene torch and welding/brazing equipment

6. Office computer and district supported software

Work Environment

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. Outside and inside extreme heat or cold

2. Dirt dust refrigerants chemicals and solvents

3. Electrical energy

4. Working on ladders and scaffolding

5. Working in tight concealed spaces attics tunnels etc.

6. Protracted or irregular hours of work

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.