AC Mechanic

Division/Unit: Construction Management Unit

Civil Service Title: High Pressure Plant Tender

Position Title: AC Mechanic

Salary Range: $41.40/hr - $41.40/hr

Job Description :
The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY), Construction Management Unit seeks one (1) Air Condition (AC) Mechanic with knowledge and experience in inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and installing ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning, and related auxiliary systems and equipment. The AC Mechanic, (under direct supervision), will work collaboratively with other technicians and mechanics in performing maintenance and repairs of AC equipment to fully serve DANY’s internal customer base at all DANY facilities and locations. Please note: This is strictly an AC Mechanic position and does not entail any steam time.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Maintain, install, inspect, test, alter, and repair air conditioners and components, such as compressors, condensers, evaporators, fans, motors, electrical and electronic controls, and valves.
• Utilize powered and non‐powered hand tools and equipment, test meters, solders and brazes in performing air conditioning related work.
• Utilize schematic diagrams and technical manuals and drawings to perform air conditioning work.
• Clean and lubricate all components on air conditioning systems and equipment.
• Conduct daily inspections of all DANY windows AC unit, split and central air conditioning systems.
• Service and repair leaks on all DANY window air conditioners, split and central air conditioner systems.
• Service and repair thermostats, controllers, and sensors on all DANY window, split and central air conditioning systems.
• Install window and split air conditioning systems.
• Dismantle and/or assemble equipment associated with ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning, and mechanical systems to make it operational.
• Respond to alarms regarding climate issues in equipment rooms and offices.
• Meet with vendors who will be performing major air conditioning repairs.
• Submit requisitions for parts as required to make repairs on air conditioning systems.
• Review contractor proposals related to air conditioning installations in renovated spaces.
• Create and maintain records related to air conditioning and equipment servicing and repairs.
• Prepare and submit reports related to air conditioning systems and related equipment,
• Operate a motor vehicle to and from job sites.
• Load and unload tools, equipment, and materials
• Comply with all of DANY policies and protocols.
• Comply with all Unit policies, protocols, and standards.
• Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, candidates must possess :

• Sufficient training of a relevant nature acquired in an approved trade or vocational high school to make up the equivalent of the remaining required experience. Six months of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of approved trade or vocational high school.
• License & Certificate Requirements:
  • Valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver License.
  • 608 Certificate issued by EPA for Handling Refrigerants.
  • Valid FDNY burn certificate.
  • Valid FDNY fire watch certificate.
  • OSHA 30 or SST card

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• Strong AC technical knowledge and experience, including installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Must possess relevant valid AC technician license requirements and certificates.
• Knowledge and proficiency in using computer software and applications related to AC service management such as Building Management System (BMS)
• Proficient in reading and interpreting AC blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with relevant code