HVAC Mechanic

City of Boca Raton

Fort Lauderdale (FL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedule

Two pension/retirement options

Job summary

City of Boca Raton is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to perform skilled technical work in installation, repair and maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Flexible work schedule and potential on-call duties may apply, with duties focused on public facilities and energy efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications include a two-year A/C and Refrigeration program or equivalent, EPA certification, and experience with ductwork, controls, and service.

Qualifications

General knowledge of the mechanical trade and the Florida Building Code.
Knowledge of Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) laws and refrigeration recycling.
Knowledge in the care and use of hand tools, power tools and equipment.
Knowledge of common hand tools.
Ability to estimate time, material quantities, and cost from sketches and blueprints.
Knowledge of safety precautions of the trade.
Ability to work with building automation systems.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods.
Ability to maintain records and reports.
Ability to work overtime as directed.

Responsibilities

Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs HVAC/Refrigeration systems and related components.
Constructs, maintains, and installs sheet metal and duct work.
Programs and works with frequency drives and building automation systems.
Performs preventative maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
Maintains records and processes work orders and inventory.

Skills

Mechanical trade knowledge

FLCB code familiarity

Ability to estimate time/cost

Blueprints/schematics reading

Safety awareness

Building automation systems

Overtime readiness

Education

Two-year AC & Refrigeration program

HVAC Journeyman Certificate (Florida)

Four-year HVAC apprenticeship

Universal EPA Certification (Recovery)

Tools

Hand tools & power tools

Sheet metal fabrication & ducting tools

Test equipment for systems

Job description

Posting number: 04760

Department: Public Works and Engineering

Division: Facilities Maintenance 44/11401

Job classification: HVAC Mechanic (314)

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Building Maintenance

Summary

Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton!

At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job — it’s your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported.

Why Boca Raton?

As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to its employees:

Health Insurance Benefits: No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans
Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays
Continuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of service
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedule
Retirement Plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose from

Whether you're starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.

General Statement of Job:

Performs skilled technical and mechanical work and is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, equipment; employee is responsible for ensuring all work is performed in compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements; work is performed with a considerable amount of independence and may lead and/or instruct unskilled or semiskilled assistants, but confers with supervisor when necessary; work is periodically inspected during progress or upon completion for workmanship and general compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Examples of duties

Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs HVAC/Refrigeration Systems, i.e., motors, air compressors, control valves, exhaust fans, air handler units, condenser units, electronic and pneumatic controls, water cooled chillers, air cooled chillers, centrifugal chillers, and cooling towers.
Constructs, maintains, and installs sheet metal and fiberglass duct work.
Understands how to work with and program frequency drives.
Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs energy management wiring and equipment.
Checks and calibrates electronic, pneumatic, and electric temperature/humidity control systems.
Performs preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
May provide 24-hour emergency on-call support.
Test’s refrigeration and air conditioning equipment for refrigerant leaks; Cleans and replaces filters.
Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs window units, DX split systems and package units.

RELATED TASKS:

Provides material list.
Cleans and maintains mechanical rooms and equipment.
Maintains records and processes work orders.
Orders parts, supplies and equipment.
Provides estimates for work being proposed
Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

General knowledge of the mechanical trade and the Florida Building Code.
Knowledge of Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) laws and refrigeration recycling.
Knowledge in the care and use of hand tools, power tools and equipment.
Knowledge of common hand tools.
Ability to accurately estimate time, material quantities, and cost.Ability to work from sketches, schematics, and blueprints.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Ability to work with building automation systems.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.
Ability to maintain records and reports.
Ability to work overtime as directed.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Supplemental information

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires high school degree or GED equivalent; AND
Completion of a two (2) year technical/vocational A/C and Refrigeration program with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration, OR
Possession of a Florida County issued Mechanical/HVAC Journeyman Certificate of Competency, OR
Completion of a four (4) year registered apprenticeship program in A/C and Refrigeration with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in industrial/commercial A/C and Refrigeration.
Possession of Universal EPA Certification in Transition and Recovery of Refrigerants is required.
Ability to work a variable five (5) day schedule within a seven (7) day week is required.
CA or RA – A class A, B, C "air-conditioning contractor" license, OR
CM or RM - A "mechanical contractor" license is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid State of Florida Driver’s license.
May be required to obtain a Class A, B or C Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) after employment depending on the type of motor equipment used.
Pursuant to the SEIU collective bargaining agreement, employees must have abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products and electronic cigarettes for at least one year prior to their date of hire, and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products and electronic cigarettes at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty

Required tools upon employment: