Job Details
Salary: $27.87 - $33.87 Hourly
Location : Carlsbad, CA
Job Type: Full Time, 12 Months
Job Number: 24-4305
Department: Maintenance and Operations
Opening Date: 01/22/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Details
This is an open and promotional recruitment to establish an eligibility list. The eligibility list will be used to fill any vacancies which may occur within a period of one year or until the eligibility list is depleted, and for substitutes to work on an on-call, as needed basis. Positions in this classification work 8 hours per day, 6:30 am - 3pm, 12 months per year. The recruitment process will consist of a training and experience examination and structured interview.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Director of Facilities, Operations & Transportation and the Maintenance Services Supervisor, perform a variety of skilled Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration servicing, maintenance, repair, and installation activities; operate the Energy Management System; and maintain and repair industrial kitchen equipment.
Essential Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Install, repair, and replace heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and related equipment and parts such as pipes, traps, boilers, pumps, valves, coils, air and refrigeration compressors, furnaces, vents, fans, blowers, thermostats, motors, gaskets, filters, belts, relays, fuses, controls, switches, gauges, sequencers, economizers, actuators, dampers, and transducers.
Perform preventative maintenance and test defective parts, equipment, and systems to diagnose malfunctions and determine repair needs; monitor, inspect and troubleshoot systems to ensure proper voltage, amp, continuity, pressure and temperature levels; install, replace, test, and adjust temperature and combustion controls, instruments and systems.
Test and balance air flow of air conditioning and heating systems; move controls to regulate speed of fans and to adjust vents and ducts; install vents; run new duct diffusers; and adjust and install valves, thermostats, fans, pressure regulators and pumps; drain, flush and check chemicals on boilers; cut, bend, and join tubing, pipes, ducts, and wiring.
Interpret plans, blue prints, technical manuals and specifications as required; provide technical input regarding building designs; estimate materials and equipment needed for projects; locate and acquire parts and materials for repair or maintenance; monitor inventory levels of maintenance supplies and equipment; order, receive and maintain adequate inventory levels of maintenance supplies and equipment; contact vendors to request quotes, pricing and product information as needed; ensure assigned projects and activities are completed in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
Operate, configure and maintain the Energy Management System (EMS) to ensure smooth, efficient and effective energy use and allocation; modify system settings and utilize system tools and controls to troubleshoot and diagnose system malfunctions; test EMS to maintain proper settings.
Install, repair, and maintain industrial kitchen equipment such as freezers, ranges, ovens, steam cookers, and boilers.
Assist in ensuring District buildings, facilities and equipment comply with applicable laws, codes, ordinances and regulations; identify and report safety, sanitary, security and fire hazards to appropriate personnel; respond to emergency maintenance and repair needs as directed.
Assist maintenance personnel with special projects in other trades as assigned by performing unskilled and semiskilled duties; coordinate and provide work direction to assigned helpers performing unskilled and semiskilled duties; coordinate and provide work direction to assigned helpers performing unskilled and/or semiskilled maintenance work; collaborate with outside contractors, consultants and architects as directed.
Maintain HVAC-related service, repair and other records.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Technical aspects of the HVAC & Refrigeration maintenance trade.
Methods, materials, tools, terminology and equipment used in performing HVAC tasks.
Requirements of maintaining HVAC-related systems and equipment in good repair.
Silver soldering methods and procedures.
Operation of a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment.
Applicable building codes, ordinances, fire regulations and safety precautions.
Shop math applicable to the building trades.
Proper lifting techniques.
Preventive maintenance principles and practices.
Health and safety regulations and procedures.
Record-keeping techniques.
ABILITY TO:
Work independently in the completion of tasks and projects.
Make effective decisions in determining course of action and recognize when additional information or direction is needed.
Show a high level of care and thoroughness in completing tasks.
Adhere to required safety practices and recognize potential hazards.
Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Entrance Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years of experience performing professional-level HVAC tasks for a public or private-sector organization.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a Universal EPA Certification as required by Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations, Provision 82, Subpart F.
Valid California driver's license.
Selection Process/Additional Information
- A valid Universal EPA Certification must be submitted with your application for your application to be considered.
- Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of medical and drug screening and a background check that includes fingerprinting and criminal history check.
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements, as demonstrated in their application materials, will be required to successfully complete a competitive testing process to measure the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job, which may consist of a written examination, a training and experience evaluation, a performance examination, and/or structured oral interviews. The candidates achieving the top three ranks of the appropriate eligibility list will be referred for a final selection interview. The Eligibility List resulting from this examination may be used to fill vacancies in related job classifications for which no Eligibility List exists (Ed Code 45272).
Carlsbad Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity EmployerCarlsbad Unified School District aspires for our staff to reflect the rich diversity of our studentsPay Increases: New classified employees are typically placed on the first step of the assigned salary range. Step increases occur annually until Step 5 is reached, after which longevity steps are allocated in accordance with years of service.
Benefits: Employees working 4 hours per day or more will be provided an option of Anthem Blue Cross HMO or Kaiser health benefits, as well as Delta Dental and EyeMed Vision benefits; employee contribution amounts are shared with the District and vary depending on number of hours worked per day. (Employees may opt out of medical, dental and vision insurance but may require to provide proof of other health coverage.) The district also pays into a life insurance policy for all employees who work at least 4 hours per day. Additional options for life insurance and disability insurance are available.
Vacation: New employees earn vacation time on a basis of 1 day for each month in paid status, resulting in up to 12 days of vacation time per year, prorated based on months worked per year. Employees with years of longevity may earn up to 25 days of vacation time per year, prorated based on months worked per year.
Holidays: Employees are allocated up to 15 scheduled holidays and 2 floating holidays per year; holidays are prorated based on months worked per year.
Sick and Personal Necessity: Employees earn sick leave on a basis of 1 day for each month in paid status, resulting in up to 12 days of sick time per year. Employees may use up to 7 days of their sick leave balance each year for personal necessity purposes.
Retirement: Retirement: Employees working 4 or more hours per day and those already contributing to CalPERS will be automatically enrolled into CalPERS upon hire. The District's CalPERS formula is 2% at 55 for employees enrolled with CalPERS prior to 12/31/2012 and 2% at 62 for employees who have already or will enroll into CalPERS as of 01/01/2013 or afterward. Employees working less than 4 hours per day will be included in an alternative retirement plan based on the use of pretax contributions.
Please visit the Carlsbad Unified School District website to view details regarding salary schedules, employees benefits, an electronic copy of the LIUNA Classified Union Handbook, and an electronic copy of the Personnel Commission Rules.
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Do you possess a current Universal EPA Certification?If so, please attach a copy of your Universal EPA Certification along with your application packet.
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I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following supplemental questionnaire for this position. The information I provide will be reviewed and used to determine my eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. If the supplemental question is not applicable, please indicate N/A. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.
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Please provide a written response of 100-300 words to each question below. You may use a paragraph and/or bullet format and your responses will NOT be measured on the basis of grammar, spelling or writing ability, but on the content provided.The information you provide will be evaluated by a panel of qualified, objective raters as a weighted test part, and will determine which applicants will be invited to a structured interview. Please note that your responses will NOT be attached to your application or resume during the evaluation process. Be sure to answer the questions as truthfully and accurately as possible. Your responses to these questions may also be assessed in subsequent examination parts, and any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from the examination process and a possible bar from future employment opportunities with the Carlsbad Unified School District. I understand the instructions provided above and hereby certify the accuracy of the information I am providing.
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Describe your experience performing professional level Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC) work for a public or private-sector organization. Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this type of experience, please type N/A.
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Describe your experience maintaining and repairing food service equipment for a public or private-sector organization. . Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this type of experience, please type N/A.
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Describe your experience servicing and maintaining a central plant for a commercial building in a public or private-sector organization. Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this type of experience, please type N/A.
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Describe your professional experience interpreting site plans, schematic's and/or blue prints for a public or private-sector organization. Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this type of experience, please type N/A.
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Describe your professional experience in other related trades such as masonry, concrete, roofing, and painting for a public or private-sector organization. Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this type of experience, please type N/A.
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Describe your professional experience using equipment related to HVAC and other trades. Be sure to include the name of the organization(s) you worked for while conducting these duties, along with your title and dates of employment. If you do not have this type of experience, please type N/A.
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Please be sure to answer the above questions as truthfully and accurately as possible. Your responses to these questions may be assessed in subsequent examination parts, and any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from the examination process and a possible bar from future employment opportunities with the Carlsbad Unified School District.
I have read and understand the instructions above and hereby certify the accuracy of the information I am providing.
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