Assistant Foreperson - HVAC presso Fort Worth ISD

Assistant Foreperson – HVAC 

Department: Air Handler, Heating/AC
Reports to: Foreperson – HVAC 
PC#: 22155/ 22243-1
Pay Grade: 808
Duty Days: 244
Salary Range: $59,536 - $71,716
FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Purpose
 
Assists Foreperson with the leadership of maintenance and repair services a variety of HVAC systems; assists with maintaining all physical school plants in a condition of operating excellence so that they may be fully used at all times.
 
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
 
Facilities Maintenance & Repair

• Coordinates assigned work to HVAC personnel and oversees project completion; coordinates contract repair when work cannot be performed by District staff.
• Assigns priority to HVAC work orders and processes them; works cooperatively with principals and facilities managers to schedule and complete repairs.

Inspection

• Inspects all district HVAC equipment and initiates repairs as needed.
• Conducts on-site inspection of completed repair projects.
• Monitors and inspects contract work.

Inventory & Equipment

• Coordinates preventive maintenance schedules for tools and equipment; ensures that maintenance is completed and equipment is in safe operating condition; recommends replacement of existing equipment when necessary.
• Conducts regular inventory of physical equipment and supplies and maintains accurate records; orders tools, equipment, and supplies as needed.

Administrative

• Coordinates or provides instruction and training for all HVAC workers in safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Assists in developing both short- and long-range goals for the department.
• Assists in recruiting, screening, selection, training, and evaluation of HVAC employees.
• Monitors employee data for payroll reporting (time cards, tardiness, and absenteeism).
• Responds to after-hours emergency calls as needed.

Safety

• Ensures staff perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Personal Work Relationships

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations.  All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of District policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques, and safety.
• Knowledge of refrigeration principles and thermodynamics.
• Knowledge of the principles of temperature, pressure and moisture content of air flow; air balance and water flow.
• Knowledge of balancing procedures for air distribution systems and hydronic systems balance.
• Knowledge of practices, processes, and materials used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning construction.
• Knowledge of design, construction, and functions of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic control systems.
• Knowledge of proper use of tools of the trade.
• Knowledge of NFPA Fire and Life Safety Codes, Uniform Building Codes, Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, and Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) codes.
• Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Skill in coordinating, planning, organizing, leading, and completing projects.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, service manuals, blueprints, wiring diagram schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems, and use hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work at various heights and perform various repairs without supervision.
• Ability to work independently or with a helper depending on workload demands.
• Ability to write reports, letters, notes, instructions, work descriptions, and calculate pressures and temperature differences.
• Ability to use software to access databases, status work assignments, and work with email.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work, including maintaining attention to details and quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used:  Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; electrical measuring and testing equipment; welding equipment; hand tools; power tools; hoist; light truck or van.
• Posture:  Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting; works in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Motion:  Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.
• Lifting:  Frequent heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.
• Environment:  Works outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; may work on rooftops; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; works around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces including under buildings, in crawl spaces, and areas that may contain insects as well as animals, such as rats and snakes; frequent reaching and feeling while in confined spaces and around objects, which reduce or prevent visibility of what is being touched; occasionally works at heights up to 30' above ground; may work alone; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel.
• Attendance:  Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands:  Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: 
  • Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency;
  • Associate’s degree from accredited college or university in HVAC preferred.
• Certification/License: 
  • Clear and valid Texas Driver's License required;
  • Insurable by the District's insurance carrier required;
  • Valid State of Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor’s license, Class A with endorsements of Environmental Air conditioning and Commercial Refrigeration/process cooling and heating required;
  • EPA Universal certification for refrigerant;
• Experience:  6 years’ experience in HVAC required.

INSURABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL DRIVERS

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• NO positive drug or alcohol tests including pre-employment, random, post-accident or reasonable suspicion.
• Driving and accident record:

Valid Texas Department of Public Safety Driver Record Check Type 3A-Certified list of all crashes and violations http://dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/driverrecords.htm

• NO more than 2 violations during previous 36 months including:
  • moving traffic violations (including no more than 1 preventable accident);
  • failure to provide proof of valid driver’s license or proof of insurance;
  • equipment violations.
• NO Driving Under the Influence (DUI) for drug or alcohol.
• NO leaving scene of an accident (bodily injury or physical damage).
• NO vehicular assault, manslaughter, or homicide.
• NO operating a vehicle with suspended or revoked driver’s license.
• NO reckless driving, speed contests, drag racing, or highway racing.
• NO use of a vehicle in commission of a felony.
• NO operating a vehicle without owner’s permission (unauthorized use or grand theft).
• NO permitting an unlicensed person to drive.
• NO speeding more than 20 mph over the posted speed limit.
• NO history of a conviction in a commercial or personal motor vehicle.

 

• Additional restrictions may apply if directed by FWISD’s Fleet Insurance Carrier.

 
This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.