Maintenance Mechanic - HVAC

Maintenance Mechanic - HVAC
Location: ELSC 
CLASSIFICATION: Category E of the salary schedule for Building & Grounds Employees
EMPLOYMENT DATE: To be scheduled

Overview
PRINCIPAL DUTIES: Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and the Foreman, the
Maintenance Mechanic- HVAC is responsible for the following:
? Respond to work orders in a timely manner to identify and mitigate faults, failures, and
hazards.
? Troubleshoot system failures and execute necessary repairs.
? Read, interpret, and accurately follow technical instructions and operation manuals.
? Perform cleaning, repair, and installation of equipment and parts.
? Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
? Maintain a clean and organized work area.
? Recommend solutions for equipment repair or replacement.
? Adhere to all safety and performance standards. 
? Other duties may be assigned.
? Typical workday will be Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm. Working hours may be
adjusted as needed to accomplish repairs that are required to be outside of typical
workday hours, to be determined by the Maintenance Supervisor
 
QUALIFICATIONS: Essential Skills/Aptitudes/Requirements:
? To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge;
skill and/or ability required but are not all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
? Reports to work on a regular and reliable basis with excellent attendance.
? Requires general knowledge of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) systems,
including but not limited to heat pumps, chillers, AHUs, HEXs, valves, and actuators, and
various other HVAC equipment.
? Must be capable and comfortable working from heights.
? Capable of working both independently and as a team. 
? Ability to read sketches, blueprints, specification manuals, and other written instructions.
? Possess good problem solving skills.
? Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents,
reports, regulations, etc.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, colleagues,
staff and students.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written forms.
 
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions required in the building maintenance trade,
including, but not limited to, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, decimals,
and fractions.
 
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve problems effectively. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in
written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
 
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
? Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of
Education policies.
? Maintain a responsible, respectful, and cooperative attitude toward colleagues and staff.
? Represent the School District in a professional manner, upholding standards of
confidentiality, effective communication, and professional image.
? Ability and knowledge to operate equipment, tools and vehicles necessary to accomplish
assigned duties.
? Valid Iowa State Driver's license with a record that is satisfactory to the District and the
District's insurance carrier.
? Must be willing to work under adverse weather conditions.
? Basic computer knowledge including the ability to use email and web-based software.
? Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions.
? Ability to problem solve independently and with others.
? Ability to work independently as a self-starter who is motivated to work hard.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
? Must be in excellent physical condition.
? The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
? Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
? While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand;
walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk and
hear.
? Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the
ability to adjust focus while working with equipment, computers, written materials,
reports, assessment data, etc.
? Applicants must be able to lift 50 lbs frequently.
? Sufficient physical strength and ability to perform manual labor and to work from ladders
and scaffolding.
? The employee will be required to work in hot or cold conditions inside and outside of
buildings.
Required Education Level: 
High School diploma or GED
 

Salary and Benefit
Hourly Rate: $24.15
Salary and Benefits in accordance with work Agreement with Cedar Rapids Custodial &
Maintenance Employee Association including but not limited to a health care package, paid
vacation, IPERS retirement program etc.

Contact Information
Name: Chris Gates 
2500 Edgewood RD. NW
Cedar Rapids IA 52405
Buildings and Grounds
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 319-558-2202