Job description

**APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccsoh?keywords=hvac

At Columbus City Schools, we strive to make sure each student is highly-educated, prepared for leadership and service, and empowered for success as a citizen in a global community - but we can't do it without you!

As an award-winning school district in the award-winning city of Columbus, Ohio, we are proud of the work our more than 10,000 employees (including teachers, coaches, and administrators) do every day to change the lives of our students. With more than 46,000 students located in over 100 different schools around the city of Columbus, we know there's a position that's right for you.

RISE UP and apply to our exciting and impactful position detailed below!

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, is responsible for the installation, maintenance, replacement, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment and control units; performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Operates computers and assigned software to centrally control various HVAC systems;

Installs, services, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems and equipment; diagnoses malfunctions and determines repair needs; inspects and performs tests on systems and equipment to identify defective parts and ensure proper functioning;

Installs, adjusts, replaces, and repairs various HVAC parts such as valves, fans, motors, gaskets, filters, relays, solenoids, contactors, belts, fuses, controls, thermostats, switches, gauges, tubing, pressure regulators, pumps, and pipes; cuts, bends, and joins tubing and pipes;

Adjusts, repairs, and replaces ducting and air conditioning systems; repairs leaks and replenishes refrigerant as needed; services heating systems according to established guidelines; lights pilots; cleans out vents; inspects, maintains, operates, and repairs pneumatic and electrical thermostats and control systems;

Troubleshoots, repairs, replaces, and/or maintains all types of environmental control devices (heating, ventilation, and cooling);

Troubleshoots, repairs, replaces, and maintains heating, ventilating, and cooling equipment;

Troubleshoots various electrical, electronic, and pneumatic problems utilizing typical instruments of the heating, ventilating, and cooling trades;

Troubleshoots, repairs, and/or adjusts boiler combustion ratio (air-fuel) for maximum economy and efficiency;

Troubleshoots and repairs electrical motors (single and three-phase) and related motor controller problems in connection with heating and cooling equipment;

Calibrates and repairs pneumatic and electronic controls;

Diagnoses and repairs faulty air conditioning equipment, motors, starters, pumps, relays, switches, natural gas driven chillers, reciprocating chillers, refrigeration equipment, and boilers;

Diagnoses heating problems as assigned; ensures proper gas pressure combustion air, draft, and electrical circuitry;

Operates a computer to store, retrieve, and/or modify information, records, and reports;

Maintains schedule of periodic lubrications;

Sets-up and modifies programs as changes in occupancy and holidays demand;

Reads blueprints and schematic drawings/diagrams to locate and understand various systems;

Operates a motor vehicle to reach various work sites;

Repairs, replaces, and/or maintains pneumatic control compressors and air control air dryers;

Tests and repairs refrigerant and condensation systems; brazes or solders tubing and lines; charges systems with refrigerant gas; replaces compressors, condensers, valves, and coils;

Maintains appropriate written records of work assignments;

Communicates (verbally and in writing) and establishes effective working relationships with school personnel and others;

May prepare boilers for routine annual inspections.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three (3) years of experience servicing or repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment. Substitution(s): Possession of a Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning trade issued by the U.S. Department of Labor or the Ohio State Apprenticeship Council may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

Possession of a valid Section 608 EPA Certification for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (Universal) upon completion of the probationary period.

The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will be used to create a NEW, Open Competitive eligible list for this classification. If you are interested in having your name included on the new eligible list, you will need to apply for this position within the filing period indicated above and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. It is the responsibility of all applicants to provide a complete list of relevant work experience (previous and current) on the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of listed work experience. Unless otherwise indicated, any year of required experience is based on 12 months of full time employment. Anything below 35 hours/week (or seasonal work) will be prorated.

The examination process will consist of a 100% multiple-choice examination (98 questions) covering HVAC Principles, Electricity, Electrical and Occupational Safety, and Tools and Instruments.

The exam is expected to be administered in January 2023. Approved applicants will be notified by email of their scheduled test date and time.

Candidates must bring a valid driver’s license to the test.

All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and may include a pre-employment drug test.

The certification process will be the top 10 candidates on the eligible list, or top 25% of the list, whichever is greater, based on overall test score.

Columbus City Schools is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce. Minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, ancestry, familial status, military status or disability in its educational programs, activities, and employment policies.

**APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccsoh?keywords=hvac

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.66 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Work Location: In person

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