Job Information State of Tennessee Job Information Opening Date/Time12/10/2024 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time12/23/2024 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$4,017.00 - $5,028.00Salary (Annually)$48,204.00 - 60,336.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationArlington, TN DepartmentDisability and Aging (DDA)

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF DISABILITY & AGING (DDA), WEST TENNESSEE REGIONAL OFFICE DIVISION, SHEBLY COUNTY

Background checks and fingerprints are required prior to employment

Qualifications Education and Experience: Experience equivalent to substantial (five or more years) of increasingly responsible and skilled full-time heating and refrigeration mechanical work including, at least, one year as a lead worker.

Substitution of Education for Experience: 110 clock hours of coursework at trade, technical, or vocational school in heating and/or air conditioning/refrigeration mechanics may be substituted for one month of the required experience with a maximum substitution of 18 months.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: • A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions. • Applicants must have an EPA Universal Certification under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act. Examination Method: Education and Experience,100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Overview Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for supervisory heating and refrigeration mechanical work of average difficulty; and performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Features: This is the supervisory and highest level class in the Heating and Refrigeration Mech sub-series. An employee in this class supervises a moderate-sized staff of heating and refrigeration mechanics and participates in a wide variety of maintenance and repair on heating and refrigeration systems. This class differs from that of Heating and Refrigeration Mech 1 in that an incumbent of the latter is not a lead worker. This class differs from that of Heating and Refrigeration Mech 2 in that an incumbent of the latter acts as a lead worker.

Responsibilities Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards: • Insure that Heating and Refrigeration work is performed in accordance to the standards required by codes and standards.

Performing General Physical Activities: • Perform Heating and Refrigeration maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment that requires extensive physical activity for the entire body.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment: • Performs electronic maintenance and repairs on Heating and Refrigeration equipment and controls as needed.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material: • Does inspections on Heating and Refrigeration equipment and facilities when problems are reported. • Perform preventative maintenance inspections of facilities and equipment to monitor electrical problems and maintenance status relative to heating and refrigeration equipment in accordance with policy and procedures.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work: • Prioritize the daily and weekly work time and activities for their self and their assigned staff to meet the priorities of the organization and safety requirements.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment: • Perform maintenance and repairs on Heating and Refrigeration equipment.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates: • Consistently sets an example for fellow employees by demonstrating positive work habits. • Provide performance counseling, job planning, and performance evaluations for subordinate staff as required by code, policy, and procedures. • Provide guidance, training, and supervision of other individuals assisting in Heating and Refrigeration work projects and repairs.

Handling and Moving Objects: • Moves and lifts Heating and Refrigeration equipment and materials in the daily activities of repairing and installing Heating and refrigeration systems of the facilities.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others: • Provide recommendations to supervisory staff and management on the repair and replacement of Heating and Refrigeration components and equipment when needed.

Developing Objectives and Strategies: • Provide input and planning on long range needs for the facility to meet anticipated Heating and Refrigeration needs for maintenance and equipment replacement.

Documenting/Recording Information: • Maintains records of materials, time, and work performed and utilized on repairs and projects in accordance with policy and procedures.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others: • Promptly addresses staff complaints and conflicts within their organization in accordance with policy and procedures in order to promote organizational effectiveness and workplace harmony.

Analyzing Data or Information: • Use electrical and other testing equipment to determine the nature and extent of Heating and Refrigeration problems.

Performing Administrative Activities: • Provide required reports and documentation relative to product use, materials accountability, safety, and equipment operational status in accordance with policy and procedures. • Documents time and attendance for assigned staff in accordance with policy and procedures.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources: • Monitors and controls resources and equipment used in Heating and Refrigeration maintenance and repairs in accordance with policy and procedures. • Insures that vendor work is performed according to both contract and industry standards.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge: • Updates work processes and procedures to comply with changes in the electrical codes to insure safety and performance requirements are met in accordance with policy and procedures. • Attends and participates in all required in service and pre service training related to applying new knowledge to their job responsibilities. • Reviews past work where applicable to apply standards set out in revisions of electrical codes.

Training and Teaching Others: • Facilitate the orientation and training of new staff to ensure their success and effectiveness as employees.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings: • Monitors tool and material controls on projects for safety, security, and accountability in accordance with policy and procedures.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information: • Estimates the materials and parts needed for projects and repairs in order to order the required supplies. • Estimates the man-hours/work time needed to perform the work for projects in order to insure that adequate staff is available to complete the tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others: • Insures that subordinate staff both understand and follow manufacturer's specifications and operating instructions on Heating and Refrigeration equipment being maintained, repaired, or installed at the facility. • Interprets policies, processes, and procedures to staff in lower job classes for job development and needed corrective actions.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates: • Communicate with staff and supervisors at all levels in the facilities to coordinate work priorities, activities, and schedules. • Communicate with staff to insure that policy and program objectives are clearly understood, accurately communicated, and properly interpreted.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization: • May communicate with outside equipment vendors and manufacturers concerning maintenance and performance issues with Heating and Refrigeration equipment.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships: • Establishes and promotes positive working relationships within the organization to contribute to a more safe and effective working environment.

Assisting and Caring for Others: • Provide personal assistance to others as required in the workplace.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others: • Directs and oversees the activities and work for staff of lower job classifications. • Insure that subordinate staff complete the documentation required for Heating and Refrigeration work in accordance with policy and procedures. • Assists in the coordination and supervision of staff required for support in the performance of work projects.

Getting Information: • Check the work order system for needed projects/tasks in accordance with policy and procedures.

Developing and Building Teams: • Encourages and participates in team building within the organization.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment: • Operates vehicles and mechanized equipment in the performance of their work on a regular basis.

Staffing Organizational Units: • Participate in the recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and promoting of staff for the work unit.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People: • May provide recommendations for sourcing on projects and repairs for facility Heating and Refrigeration work in accordance with policy and procedures. • May recommend applicants for potential appointment.

Interacting With Computers: • Use a personal computer in the performance of their work.

Competencies (KSA's) Competencies: • Technical Learning • Functional/Technical Competency • Decision Quality • Problem Solving • Planning • Perseverance • Customer Focus • Time Management • Composure • Building Effective Teams

Knowledge: • Administration and Management • Computers and Electronics • Customer and Personal Service • Mathematics • Building and Construction • Design • Mechanical • Education and Training • Public Safety and Security

Skills: • Active Learning • Active Listening • Critical Thinking • Mathematics • Monitoring • Reading Comprehension • Installation • Writing • Judgment and Decision Making • Repairing • Equipment Maintenance • Operation Monitoring • Operation and Control • Equipment Selection • Systems Analysis • Complex Problem Solving • Troubleshooting • Time Management • Management of Material Resources

Abilities: • Deductive Reasoning • Oral Comprehension • Oral Expression • Near Vision • Problem Sensitivity • Spatial Orientation • Visualization • Arm-Hand Steadiness • Manual Dexterity • Finger Dexterity • Trunk Strength • Extent Flexibility • Multilimb Coordination • Speech Clarity • Speech Recognition

Tools & Equipment • Personal Computer • Hammers • Power Saws • Pressure Indicators • Voltage or Current Meters • Screwdrivers • Welding Tools • Power Drills • Wrenches • Telephone • Bucket Truck • Scissor Lifts

State of Tennessee jobs

HEATING & REFRIGERATION MECHANIC 3 -12102024-63926