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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00112533 |
Description Activated On: 9/2/2026 11:53:17 AM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Provides maintenance services to support the operations of Norristown State Hospital. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Performs a wide variety of maintenance and repair tasks in the operation of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilating systems in buildings; repairs and maintains pipes, thermostats, air filters, pumps, waste and oil pressure indicators, blower fans, motors, belts, and bearings; troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs/re-programs electric, electronic, and pneumatic controls of buildings by reading schematics; leads and/or instructs lower classification workers in performance of routine maintenance of HVAC equipment; designs and installs new small- to medium-sized HVAC systems; performs preventative maintenance tasks as assigned; calculates amount of freon to be used in air conditioning systems. Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of heating and air conditioning equipment in buildings and structures; the operating principles of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment; computerized energy management software; basic arithmetic; work safety practices related to HVAC work. Ability to recognize and locate conditions which require repair and maintenance work; keep records; communicate effectively; regulate and control their operations; complete written forms; read and interpret schematics; read and apply operating/repair instructions; explain technical information to others; work independently; use a computer. *Cleans water cooling towers, condensers, evaporative and condensing coils, and ice machines in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, using accepted cleaners, accordance with manufacturer recommendations, using accepted accordance with manufacturer recommendations, using accepted cleaners. *Installs new HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including sizing, layout, assembly, and placing into operation, including installation of copper tubing, cutting, fitting, soldering. Performs all associated work. *Perform unit leak tests on equipment, evacuate systems, place charge, and use test gauge to obtain and record proper installation of relays, capacitors, high and low pressure safety devices, overload switches, time controls, etc. *Load, haul, and unload refrigeration and HVAC equipment and materials *Remove trash and debris and clean areas around refrigeration and HVAC equipment, and where work has taken place *Drive State automotive equipment *Provide own hand tools *Work extra hours when required *Keep supervisor advised of work accomplished and work to be done, and of supplies and materials required *Observe all safety rules *Attend meetings and instructional sessions when scheduled *Perform tasks for other shops when required. Essential Job Functions: 1. Repairs all refrigeration equipment 2. Repairs faulty wiring 3. Repairs refrigerant leaks 4. Cleans and replaces air filters 5. Inspects refrigeration equipment 6. Installs new air conditioning 7. Installs refrigeration equipment 8. Calibrates and repairs HVAC controls |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Receives assignments through written work orders or direct orders from supervisor. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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