HVAC Technician at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
OCDE is looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual to serve as HVAC Technician. This position will perform a variety of highly skilled duties and responsibilities involving installing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment. The person selected will: Perform the full range of duties related to the installation, inspection, repair, maintenance, and servicing of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment and systems including condensers, evaporators, water cooling towers, motors, air handling units, furnaces, reciprocating chillers, pumps, furnaces, ducting, and analog and digital timeclocks, Network TSTATS and EMS controls. Perform skilled repair on large multi-zone systems, compressors, boilers, and related equipment. Adjust, repair, or replace defective parts such as electric, electronic, and pneumatic controls, thermostats, metering devices, heater controls and anticipators, pressure controls, safety valves, automatic gas valves, motor controllers, magnetic starters, combustion air blowers, switches, and relays. Test systems for leaks, faults, and loss of pressure; evacuates and purges refrigerants from systems, recharging units as necessary. Maintain records of refrigerant recovery and recycling in compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations. Cut, bind, and join to install and replace tubing and pipes.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge and abilities: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. HVAC technical school certificate or an Associates degree. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under OCDE's vehicle insurance policy. A valid EPA certificate.
Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education, Training, and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge and abilities: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. HVAC technical school certificate or an Associates degree. Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under OCDE's vehicle insurance policy. A valid EPA certificate.
Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
5/3/2022 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/25/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Classified: $5,281.00 - $6.925.00 monthly. Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
12 Months, 13 paid holidays, 12 paid sick days)
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.