Refrigeration Mechanic (HVAC Technician Aviation)

Broward County Government; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eleven paid holidays per year

Vacation time 2 weeks per year (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000

Paid parental leave

Health benefits with HDHP and HSA up $

FRS pension or investment plan

457 deferred compensation matching up,

Job summary

Broward County Aviation Department is seeking a skilled refrigeration mechanic to install, maintain, and repair refrigeration equipment, air conditioning systems, and centrifugal chillers across county facilities. The role requires navigating complex systems and following blueprints to ensure safe, compliant operation.

The candidate should have two years of journey level experience, EPA universal certification, and a valid Florida Class E license.

Qualifications

• Requires two years in journey level refrigeration mechanic or related experience.
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• Associate's degree in refrigeration mechanics preferred.
• Commercial chiller/cooling tower repair and maintenance experience is a plus.
• PC Air repair and maintenance experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul and service refrigeration units: check repair, replacement, and adjustment of worn parts; test equipment for leaks.
• Service air conditioning units, refrigerators, and cooling systems across County facilities; follow drawings and blueprints.
• Read gauges, determine temperature/pressure, adjust valves and pumps, and charge refrigerant.
• Maintain up-to-date job orders and records; ensure quality and compliance with codes and regulations.
• Repair valves, piping, and components; rebuild cooling towers and fans as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

HVAC systems

Reading gauges

Blueprints/diagrams

Education

Associate's degree in refrigeration mechanics

EPA Universal Certification

Florida Class E Driver's License

Tools

PC Air repair

Job description

Requirements And Preferences

• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS, HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS**

Requirements And Preferences

• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS, HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS**

Benefits Of Broward County Employment

Eleven (11) paid holidays each year

Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year

Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)

Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions

Paid Parental Leave

Health Benefits

High-Deductible Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Employee $10.90 / Family $80.79

Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually

Consumer Driven Health Plan – bi-weekly premiums: Employee $82.58 / Family $286.79

Florida Retirement System (FRS) – Pension or Investment Plan

457 Deferred Compensation County matches up to $2,000 a year

General Description

Performs skilled work in mechanical refrigeration in the installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration equipment, air conditioning systems and centrifugal chillers.

Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Requires two (2) years in journey level refrigeration mechanic or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Universal Certification from the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency).

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.

Preferences

Associate's Degree in refrigeration mechanics or a closely related field

Commercial Chiller/Cooling Tower Repair and Maintenance Experience

Pre-Conditioned Air (PC Air) Repair and Maintenance Experience

Additional Information

All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check, including fingerprinting and all other information as required by the Federal Aviation Administration. Ability to maintain authorization to drive a County vehicle.

The Aviation Department operates under a Drug-Free Workplace Policy in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.

All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment.

Ability to obtain/maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) access with Customs and Border Protection Seal.

Ability to obtain / maintain Airfield driving privileges.

Must possess a valid Florida driver's license during employment and maintain authority to drive on County business.

Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all airport employees must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

SCOPE OF WORK

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs the overhaul and servicing of refrigeration units by checking the repair, replacement, and adjustment of worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors, and water and vacuum pumps and the testing of refrigeration equipment for refrigerant leaks; performs the removal and replacement of motors, pumps, shafts and bearings.
• Performs servicing of air conditioning systems and units, refrigerators, water cooling systems and related equipment utilized in a wide variety of County facilities and buildings, including Pre-Conditioned Air (PC Air) Units. Work includes determining work methods and procedures and frequent participation in refrigeration assignments, as well as responsibility for the quality of work produced. Employees receive assignments in oral or written form, frequently accompanied by sketches, diagrams, and blueprints. Work is reviewed by technical supervisor for conformance with instructions and for adherence to established codes and regulations.
• Checks gauges and makes inspection for preventive maintenance; reads gauges and instruments, determines temperature, velocity and humidity factors using air and water temperature gauges; adjusts mechanisms such as valves, controls and pumps to control level of fluid, pressure and temperature; bleeds contaminants from system and charges with specified amount and type of refrigerant; checks gauges and makes periodic preventative maintenance inspections.
• Maintains up-to-date records on job orders; maintains effective and efficient working conditions; tests refrigeration equipment for refrigerant leaks; removes and installs motors, thermostats and humidistats; adjusts expansion valves; adjusts or changes belts; replaces gaskets, hinges, and hardware.
• Repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings and couplings; performs the rebuilding, repairs and painting of wood and metal cooling towers and fans.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Competencies

• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.
• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes timely action on important or difficult issues. Identifies and pursues new opportunities that benefit the organization.
• Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Generally follows defined and communicated standards, methods, and procedures. Seeks advice and finds ways to work better within processes. Makes some reasonable suggestions to improve work methods.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Tracks performance and strives to remain effective, learning from both successes and failures. Readily takes on challenges or difficult tasks and has reputation for delivering on commitments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to radiation; disease/pathogens.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

County Core Values

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email [e-mail] to make an accommodation request.

County-wide Emergency Responsibilities

During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.