POSITION: Mechanical / HVAC Technician Helper
REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor
LOCATION: USVI Territory
AIRPORT: STT or STX
SUMMARY
This is semi-skilled and manual work in the installation, service, maintenance, and repair of generators, incinerators, and regulated waste, mechanical and HVAC systems, equipment, and appliances. The mechanic helper requires knowledge and experience in the mechanical trade. Employees in this class ordinarily work under the supervision of Maintenance Supervisor but is also required to perform some refrigeration maintenance tasks or rough tasks of limited complexity without direct supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
• Assist the Mechanical / HVAC Technician in the installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment and components.
• Assist the Mechanical / HVAC Technician in the installation, maintenance and repair of other mechanical systems including baggage conveyor belts (BHS), pumping systems, including its electrical components and surrounding areas.
• Performs other related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools, and equipment the mechanical trade.
• Knowledge of safety requirements.
• Some knowledge of the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical trades as they apply to systems.
• Knowledge of materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Skill in the use and care of testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to distinguish differences in wire, cable color, sizes and types.
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams, blueprints and generator and motor control diagrams.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair cable problems.
• Ability to make time material and cost estimates of small installations and repair jobs.
• Ability to create reports of work performed and other related documents and do work related paperwork.
• Ability to work long hours standing and do manual work.
• Good health and physical agility sufficient to climb poles, ladders, etc.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and all other persons contacted while the work
• Able to work overtime and be available for after-hours call-ins.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• Must have training or apprentice work in the mechanical and HVAC trade including the theoretical understanding of the trades application through training at recognized vocational program.
• Obtain or ability to obtain certifications in incineration and handling regulated waste.
• High School Diploma or GED.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple and complex, technical correspondence.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend standard units of measurement and ability to perform simple arithmetic.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must possess a valid ID as a condition of employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle to feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds which may be adjusted from time to time in accordance with the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN RETURN:
• Full-Time Salary Position
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401K with company match
• 19 Holiday, Paid Time Off, Sick Time
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Accidental Death
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
• Company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied career development
Avports is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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