MAINTENANCE CRAFTSPERSON - HEATING VENTILATING AIR CONDITIONING Definition Under direction, perform skilled work in the maintenance and repair of school heating plant and ventilating systems; perform a variety of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled tasks in several other trades; and to do related work as required. Examples of Duties Inspects low-pressure boiler systems, checking and adjusting controls, valves, switches, and water levels and makes necessary repairs and adjustments; Inspects ventilating systems to insure proper heat, airflow and room temperatures; services fans, compressors, and pumps by oiling, greasing, packing and cleaning as required; Performs routine maintenance repairs on plumbing systems; maintains preventative maintenance records; drains pneumatic heating systems; works from blueprints; Repairs electronic and electric controlled panels and electric motorized valves; Adjusts and sets anticipator and submaster on pneumatic heating systems: calibrates and adjusts thermostats; overhauls and cleans electric motors; overhauls pump assemblies and water seals; installs couplings in circulating pumps; Installs and tests thermocouples and pilot generators; removes, cleans and replaces filters; Services and maintains forced air and gravity heating systems including the various controls; does silver soldering and brazing; Assists in training new building maintenance specialists regarding school heating and ventilating systems; Performs repair work on air conditioning units; Performs duties included in the Building Maintenance Specialist job description. Qualifications Knowledge of: The methods, materials, tools, equipment and techniques used in the building maintenance trades; Applicable codes. Ability To: Use the tools and materials necessary in the repair and servicing of boilers and equipment; Read and interpret prints; Follow oral and written instructions and work from plans and specifications; Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Perform a wide variety of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled work in several trades. Experience: Two years of journeyman level heating and ventilating experience. Education: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade or informal education sufficient to insure ability to perform job duties. Other Requirements: Possession of a valid California driver's license is a continuous requirement.