JOB TITLE: HVAC Foreman

DUTY DAYS: 240

PAY GRADE: E04

SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Planning, coordination, documentation and implementation of all HVAC activities for the
Maintenance Department; this includes work performed by Maintenance employees
as well as outside contractors; review building conditions at all district facilities on a regular basis, all deficiencies are to be noted and plans for timely repairs are to be put in place

QUALIFICATIONS:

      Education/Certifications:

• High school diploma or GED

• Have a valid Texas Driver's License and meet/maintain insurance requirements of PISD
• Must pass drug test and be part of a random drug testing program
• Must pass criminal history check

• Must have or be able to attain Class A HVAC License and be certified in refrigerant recovery

• Complete apprenticeship training or two years technical training preferred

      Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, interpret instructions and prepare specifications,
• Must be able to work without direct supervision
• Minimum of 5 years as a Commercial HVAC Technician preferred
• Must have thorough understanding of basic HVAC principles and all types of HVAC equipment
• Proficient in the use of common business applications and procedures
• Strong communication skills
• Must have general knowledge of building trades
• Have knowledge of federal and state asbestos regulations
• Capable of making independent, on the spot, "safe to operate: decisions regarding safety of students, staff and the general public
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties
• Capable of providing maintenance, diagnosis and repair of commercial HVAC systems

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Prepares daily, weekly and monthly work schedules for maintenance employees under
   his/her supervision
2. Supervise HVAC technicians to make certain they are in compliance with all codes governing their craft
3. Performs on the job training for employees under his/her supervision
4. Work with building permit departments and building inspectors in each of the cities
   in our district on an as needed basis
5. Plans projects, orders supplies and parts necessary to complete tasks
6. Monitors progress of jobs, projects, etc. under his/her direction and assures timely completion
7. Oversee EPA Refrigerant Management Program
8. Keeps maintenance director and building administrators updated of projects completed and in progress
9. Maintains a clean, safe work area
10. Be an example of diligence in work and persistence
11. Ensure that each employee under his/her supervision is held accountable for his/her actions and the quality of his/her performance
12. Promote safe working habits by each employee under his/her supervision
13. Carry emergency pager 24 hours/day, 7 days/week on a rotating basis
14. Participate in the interview process to hire new technicians he/she will supervise
15. Recommend and justify pay grade increases and new personnel in the areas supervised as part of the budget process
16. Prepare requests for specialty tools/materials for each budget year
17. Performs other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

      Mental Demands:

      Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress;

      interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions

      Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

       Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; repetitive hand motions; prolonged

       use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking and

       bending

11/16/2020