POSITION OVERVIEW

The ideal candidate for this position is highly skilled in the installation, troubleshooting and repairing of industrial HVAC systems typically found in a large industrial facility such as an airport.  Experience working on more than one of the following systems is preferential: chiller plant operation, operation and repair of automated building controls system, strong knowledge of mechanical codes, and project inspection.  Senior level skills required to carry out duties which include estimating materials and determining equipment needs to perform repairs or installation of new mechanical equipment; prioritization of work to ensure sensitive issues are addressed first, providing OJT for junior technicians and supervision of them on larger projects; supervision of contractors and project inspections. This position requires exceptional customer service skills for interacting with tenants, customers, and in-house employees to resolve their temperature concerns.  This person must be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.  This position will be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays and requires being available to be contacted by cell phone after hours to coordinate any emergency issues.

POSITION ACCOUNTIBILITIES

Note: The following position responsibilities are illustrative and not exhaustive. The position description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of the duties associated with the position. Management may require incumbents to perform job duties other than those contained in this document at any time. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.

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  Installs, troubleshoots and repairs all types of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment, such as, central, wall and window air conditioning units; exhaust fans and blowers; walk-in and chest type freezers; ice machines and water coolers.

  
  


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  Schedules preventative maintenance and repairs.

  
  


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  Prepares necessary drawings and sketches.

  
  


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  Requisitions and maintains a supply of replacement parts.

  
  


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  Operates refrigeration gauge, volt/ohm meter, vacuum pump, recovery systems, welding equipment and other related tools and equipment.

  
  


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  May assign, supervise and inspect the work of lower level workers.

  
  


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  Performs other related duties as required.

  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; and three years of experience in the maintenance, repair and installation of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment OR; any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted below.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPENTENCIES

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  Considerable knowledge of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation operating principles.

  
  


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  Considerable knowledge of safety requirements.

  
  


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  Considerable knowledge of the electrical aspects of refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation equipment.

  
  


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  Skill in the application of supervisory techniques.

  
  


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  Skill in working with tools.

  
  


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  Ability to diagnose HVAC equipment using laptop and hand held devices.

  
  


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  Ability to diagnose and repair boiler equipment. 

  
  


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  Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose refrigeration and air conditioning mechanical and electrical problems.

  
  


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  Ability to climb ladders.

  
  


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  Ability to work in high places.

  
  


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  Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

  
  


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  Ability to prioritize work.

  
  


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  Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical diagrams.

  
  


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  Ability to work effectively with others.

  
  

COMPENSATION

 Starting pay is $18.50-$21.00

 TPA MISSION STATEMENT

To be a major driver in the economic growth of the Tampa Bay Region. We will be leading edge innovators to create global access and extraordinary customer experiences through our people and facilities to build prosperity for our stakeholders and the region.

TPA VISION STATEMENT

To be a vibrant aviation gateway for Tampa Bay, providing access and economic opportunity for our stakeholders.

The Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport provides equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.

The Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application and testing process. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation requests will be on a case-by-case basis.