WILLIAMSON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: HVAC Trade Foreman (1Q)Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Asst. Maintenance Manager / 12 Month - 8 Hour Work Day
Salary - Support Scale DOQ
Benefits: Employee Paid Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Sick Leave
Purpose of Position
The purpose of this position is to supervise HVAC Technicians with equipment installation and repair; coordinates work orders, and implements energy management programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
· Plans and directs the work of assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work,
counseling and disciplining as required; evaluating performance and/or providing input into evaluations.
· Receives work orders from office personnel, and assesses equipment and labor needs.
· Sets up energy management programs for maximum systems performance.
· Prepares and executes appropriate preventative maintenance standards and procedures.
· Prioritizes work orders in relation to their importance and/or urgency. Plans work flow, and distributes work
orders to HVAC Technicians or maintenance workers. Oversees daily work, and assists technicians with problem jobs.
· Manages schedules and approves time off and vacation requests for HVAC Technicians.
· Coordinates services of outside contractors with internal work plans and procedures.
· Performs skilled work in the installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of freezers, refrigerators, air
conditioners, ventilation systems, and water-source and air-source heat pumps, including condensers, evaporators, water cooling towers, motors, air handling units, furnaces, reciprocating chillers, pumps, furnaces, and analog and digital time clocks.
· Performs skilled repair on large multi-zone systems, compressors, boilers and related equipment.
· Performs maintenance on hot water and steam boilers, water source heat pumps, hot water coils, etc.
· Adjusts, repairs, or replaces 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.
· Responds to emergency calls related to heating, air conditioning, gas leaks, etc. on 24 hours/7 days per week
basis.
· Performs maintenance on all commercial units; reads blueprints, schematics and/or wiring diagrams to
determine location, size, capacity and type of component required to repair commercial unit, boiler, chiller
and/or energy management systems.
· Installs new commercial air conditioning equipment, coils, condensers, etc. as necessary.
· Troubleshoots air conditioning and refrigeration equipment systems and controls; determines source of
malfunction; repairs and/or replaces as needed. Tests systems for leaks, faults, and loss of pressure; evacuates and purges refrigerants from systems, recharging units as necessary.
· Maintains records of refrigerant recovery and recycling in compliance with Environmental Protection Agency
regulations.
· Overhauls compressors, condensers and other commercial heating and air conditioning equipment.
· Replaces motors on heat/air units, installing new air conditioners, cleaning coils, vents, return air vents,
replacing belts and cooling towers, etc.
· Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the department and various regulatory
agencies and ensures that assigned crew does the same.. Sees that the standards are not violated. Ensures a clean and orderly workplace. Ensure that tools and equipment are maintained in good condition.
· Selects, approves and attends all technical training programs, seminars, and workshops.
Additional Job Functions
· Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
High school diploma (or GED), with a minimum of eight years HVAC experience, with two years a supervisor preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Must possess and maintain a Tennessee driver's license and EPA Refrigerant Usage license.
Knowledge, Skills and Mental Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
· Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of
refrigeration, ventilation, heating and air conditioning systems and equipment; electrical theory; and building codes.
· Knowledge of air quality regulations pertaining to refrigerant recovery.
· Knowledge of safe work methods and procedures. Ability to safely work with live control and supply voltage
and to ensure others do the same.
· Ability to operate a variety of maintenance tools and equipment, such as a genie lift, ladders, power tools,
vacuum pump, propane torch, duct lift, hydraulic jack, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. Must be able to exert up to sixty pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to forty pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for active work. Must be able to lift and/or carry weight of forty to sixty pounds. Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
· Ability to learn and understand basic principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of
supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to the position of HVAC Technician.
· Ability to record and deliver information to WCS staff, and supervisors; to explain procedures and policies;
and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
· Ability to skillfully install, repair, maintain and overhaul refrigeration, ventilation, heating and air
conditioning equipment.
· Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the School System and general maintenance practices
as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of HVAC Trade Foremen.
· Knowledge of general maintenance practices and electrical procedures as necessary in the completion of
daily responsibilities. Knows how to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, equipment needs, etc. as they pertain to departmental operations and activities.
· Ability to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, and supervisors, other district staff and
outside vendors.
· Ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange technical information. Includes giving
assignments and/or directions to co-workers.
· Ability to read and comprehend a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and
methods and procedures.
· Ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages..
· Ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with HVAC equipment.
· Knowledge of building codes, regulations and guidelines pertaining to maintenance, repair, and construction
of school facilities.
· Ability to plan, organize, lead skilled and maintenance personnel in the performance of maintenance, repair
and construction functions
· Ability to estimate labor and materials costs and to interpret blueprints, plans, drawings and schematics.