General Description Supervise and participate in the installation, maintenance, modification, overhaul, service and repair of air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment at a 185,000 square foot research facility.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level Supervise and participate in the installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning systems to ensure that the work performed is in compliance with blueprints, manufacturer specifications, written and/or verbal instruction. Plan, schedule and assign work to ensure proper distribution of work, adequate staffing and space for efficient performance of duties. Make material take-offs, submit requisitions, interface with local vendors and contractors as required. Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions on assigned projects when requested. Establish and/or assist in establishing preventive maintenance programs for air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment. Provide training and instruction to personnel on activities relating to air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance to ensure an acceptable work performance level. Supervise and/or assist in personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions and scheduling time off. Supervises two or more full-time employees, or their equivalent, on a regular basis. Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees, or makes related recommendations that are given particular weight. Makes material and labor estimates. Prepares sketches of proposed work and assists in the design and specifications of planned jobs or contracts. Establishes, assigns and adjusts work methods and procedures to meet schedules using knowledge of capacities and capabilities of personnel and equipment. Initiates measures to improve methods, equipment performance and quality of work. Ensures budgeting guidelines are met; prioritizes expenditures to stay within budget; assists in the preparation of capital and operations budgets. Interprets policies to assigned personnel and enforces safety regulations and adherence to proper codes and standards. Recommends or initiates action involving promotions, transfers, disciplinary action and motivation of employees. Maintains records and files, including the approval of time cards and absences, and submits as required. Trains and instructs employees in new methods or procedures. Maintains responsibility for the correct stock levels of repair or replacement parts. Inspects work in process to insure its completion within allotted time limits and for acceptable quality standards. Coordinates with suppliers, contractors, engineers and others concerning equipment operations or maintenance. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of operation, maintenance and repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision. Skill in operation, installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC/refrigeration equipment. Skill in estimating time and materials. Skill in applying supervisory techniques. Ability to effectively communicate Five years of progressively responsible HVAC/refrigeration equipment installation, repair and maintenance experience which includes two year of supervisory experience; OR Completion of a four year federally approved technical training program in the repair and maintenance of HVAC/ refrigeration AND three years of progressively responsible HVAC/refrigeration equipment installation, repair and maintenance which includes one year of supervisory experience.
