Refrigeration Craftsman III
Job description
Perform advanced skilled work troubleshooting and assessing the need for maintenance, repair, modification, replacement, and
installation of Refrigeration equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Assist supervisor in leadership and management functions of the shop.
- Manage communication with dispatch, other craftsmen, supervisor, and administrative staff.
- Assist in writing specifications and reviewing plans.
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budget.
- Evaluate projects, determine feasibility, the scope of work, estimate material, and personnel requirements.
- Inspect work performed by contractors and internal staff; evaluate and make recommendations to supervisor.
- Manage the maintenance requirements of assigned schools/facilities in a geographic zone through work orders,
- Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications, and drawings to determine job requirements.
- Operate work trucks and supervise accompanying personnel.
- Communicate and coordinate work with other trades, as necessary.
- Collaborate with school personnel regarding job requests and outcomes.
- Train and assess job performance of shop personnel.
- Operate tools and equipment associated with the trade.
- Maintain accurate work order records and parts inventory.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
- Evaluate equipment and building systems.
- Procure parts and services with vendors.
- Coordinate warranty repairs.
- Perform related work as required.
DUTIES ASSIGNED TO SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS
- Installation of new or repair of related trade equipment.
- Troubleshoot, repair, install and maintain refrigeration equipment; maintain records and files; prepare reports.
- Perform preventive maintenance as required or as requested by the manufacturer's recommendations.
- Locating, ordering, and installation of defective parts.
- Verify equipment operations and make necessary repairs according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
- Troubleshoot food safety concerns and make necessary corrections.
- Work intensely with the Supervisor to ensure the equipment is operating according to the manufacturer's
- Maintain and repair the following but not limited to; Walk-in freezers and refrigerators, reach-in freezers and
machines, residential and commercial refrigerators.
- Maintain, repair, and rebuild various components encompassing the refrigeration atmosphere.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of a trade; knowledge of the use and
characteristics of common building materials; ability to use and operate tools and machinery associated with trade; thorough
knowledge of hazards and safety precautions associated with the trade; ability to plan, organize and successfully complete multiple,
unrelated simultaneous projects; ability to provide and follow oral and written instructions; demonstrate leadership and
organizational skills; ability to estimate material and time required for various jobs; ability to interpret technical documents, drawings,
blueprints, etc.; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Proficient in the use of computers
and job-related software.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required: High School Diploma, GED, or completion of a vocational program. Minimum seven (7) years of experience in
the trade. CFC Certification.
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the
telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls.
Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving.
Occasional sitting, balancing, kneeling, and crawling Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme
temperatures, dirt, fumes, gases, unpleasant odors, extreme vibrations, hazards such as moving vehicles, electric current, moving
mechanical parts, etc. and/or loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely
and regular adherence to established work schedules.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Hourly rate range: $24.42 - $35.59
Hours 6:30-3:00 p.m.
Compensation will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. The entry-level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.
VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.
Unified Experience-Based Pay Step Scale- Unified 15
Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)
To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at (757) 263-1133,2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.
Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: (757) 263-1133 (voice); (757) 263-1240 (TDD) or email at: vbcpshr@vbschools.com.
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