Position DetailsClassification Information
Classification Title HVAC Mechanic II
Salary Range $6,048 - $7,302 Per Month
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Job Title HVAC Mechanic II
Position Number FCC531
Location Fullerton College
Department FC Physical Plant/Facilities
Percentage of Employment 100%
Months of Employment 12 Months Per Year
Work Schedule Monday- Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with department needs.)
About Us: ABOUT USDo you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students' educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. We are proud to enroll over 60,000 students and serve a population of over one million people, annually! Home to more than 2,600 employees, our highly skilled, professional, and diverse faculty and staff are leading two of California's premier colleges, Cypress Community College and Fullerton Community College, as well as one of the largest continuing education programs, North Orange Continuing Education.
We invite you to join the Fullerton College campus community. Ideal candidates will share Fullerton College's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Fullerton College offers a radically student-centered culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all who learn and work here. The student body is incredibly diverse, with more than 55.7% Latinx, 16.6% Caucasian, 15.7% Asian/Pacific Islander, 3.1% African American, and 0.2% American Indian/Alaskan Native. Additionally, students from more than 40 countries regularly enroll in our International Student Program each year. The College believes in a multicultural learning experience where faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds can contribute to the development of our students.
Fullerton College is the oldest community college in continuous operation in California. Since our first class in 1913, we have grown to become one of the most successful community colleges in the nation. Our high transfer and graduation rates, rich academic programs and radically student-centered approach equip students with the skills and resources they need to succeed. Each year, thousands of students transfer to the CSU and UC systems as well as to private colleges and universities throughout the nation. Notably, during 2019, Fullerton College was ranked as the No. 1 community college in California in transfers to the California State University (CSU) system. We are consistently No. 1 in transfers to Cal State Fullerton.
Fullerton College is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving-Institution (AANAPISI). Fullerton College proudly offers many programs to serve and support our diverse student body, including Puente, Umoja, Student Diversity Success Initiative, Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) Foster Youth Success Initiative, Disability Services, and a Veterans Resource Center. The College also provides many avenues of support for our faculty and staff through networks that include the Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and LGBTQIA2S+ Faculty Staff Associations.
Fullerton College offers a comprehensive array of student services programs and academic and career pathways designed to achieve our campus' strategic goals related to access, retention, persistence, and student success initiatives on campus. The College is developing an implementation plan for Guided Pathways and has robust partnerships with our local high school districts.
The Fullerton College campus community is dedicated to our core values of Community, Diversity, Equity, Excellence, Growth, Inclusivity, Innovation, Integrity, Partnership, Respect and Responsibility. For more information, please visit our website at
www.fullcoll.edu.
What We Offer: WHAT WE OFFER- 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage (up to $9,051.21 for one dependent or $14,481.50 for two or more dependents annually)
- Fringe allowance to be used at employee's discretion (up to $2,646.10 annually)
- Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
- $50,000 life insurance benefit
- Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)
- Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)
- Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities (Receive up to $3,500 annually)
- 20 paid holidays + Paid vacation
- Cumulative sick leave
- Summer schedule (exceptions apply)
- Receive Premium Pay for years of continuous service: From 5% at 5 years, up to 36% at 36 years
- District paid employee post-retirement medical (for those who qualify)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
- Progressive and innovative culture
- Opportunity to participate in various Faculty & Staff Associations
Primary Purpose PRIMARY PURPOSEThis position is responsible for performing skilled work in the maintenance, repair, inspection, servicing and installation of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, and related equipment and facilities.
Essential Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSExamples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.
Job Description JOB DESCRIPTIONPerforms preventative maintenance daily inspections, repairs, adjustments and installation of refrigeration units, cooling towers, heating and ventilating units and gas operated equipment.
Diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems; repairs or replaces defective parts in units and equipment and controls including thermostats, automatic switches, fan controls, damper motors, louvers, relays, filters, belts, compressors, heat exchanges, metering devices, high limit controls, pressure controls, safety valves and automatic gas valves; monitors and tests equipment to assure proper and safe operating conditions.
Lubricates heating, ventilating and refrigeration motors, pumps, fans and related equipment, regenerates water softeners.
Rebuilds and replaces water pumps; replaces pressure and temperature safety valves.
Inspects and repairs steam and hot water boilers; tests water samples and adjusts chemical feeding equipment for proper water treatment.
Checks and replaces thermo-couples and pilot generators; cleans and adjusts pilots; repairs pipes as necessary.
Performs brazing, soldering and welding duties.
Communicates with students, staff, instructors, various departments, outside organizations and others; provides and receives information and assistance related to work activities.
Maintains routine logs and records related to daily activities; requisitions materials and supplies according to established procedures.
Trains and provides work direction and guidance to others as directed and assists other maintenance personnel as needed.
Learns and applies emerging technologies and advances (as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; active assistance in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Working Relationships WORKING RELATIONSHIPSThe HVAC Mechanic II maintains frequent contact with various District departments and personnel, coworkers, and outside vendors.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledge of applicable District codes and ordinances
Knowledge of the materials, tools, and equipment utilized in heating, ventilating and refrigeration
Knowledge of proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies
Knowledge of basic electrical theory
Knowledge of welding and soldering techniques
Knowledge of health and safety regulations
Knowledge of record keeping techniques
Knowledge of boiler operations
Ability to work from blueprints, shop drawing and sketches
Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment utilized in the basic trade
Ability to operate a personal computer to adjust schedules of heating and air conditioning units within pre-established programs
Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work
Ability to meet schedules and time lines
Ability to train and direct the work of others
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Special Requirements SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSThis position requires a valid driver's license. Incumbent may be required to travel off site for business reasons. All employees driving personal, leased, or district-owned vehicles for District related activities must certify possession of a valid Driver's License. Employees must certify that personal vehicles are covered by automobile insurance as required by California law. (Administrative Procedure 7400, Section 4.0)
If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide your valid Driver's License information. Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.
If selected as a finalist, a current three (3) year DMV Driving Record will be accessed and evaluated by the District.This position requires a current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 Certification.
If selected as a finalist and/or given an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide your current certification. Human Resources will contact the finalist to obtain this required documentation at that phase of the recruitment.TRAINING REQUIREMENTS (AFTER HIRE)Asbestos Awareness (2 hrs)
Confined Space
Industrial Truck/Forklift Certification
Lead Awareness
Lockout/Tagout
Respiratory Protection
Utility Cart Certification
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or GED.
Minimum three (3) years journey-level experience in the maintenance and repair of heating and air conditioning equipment.
Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.
Desirable Qualifications DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSPrior experience in approaching work and interactions with colleagues and/or students in an equity minded manner. Ability to provide an inclusive and welcoming work/educational environment.
Working Conditions WORKING CONDITIONSIndoor and outdoor environment; subject to frequent lifting (up to 70 pounds unassisted), standing, bending, carrying, crawling, pushing and pulling; subject to constant heat, fumes, and noise; exposure to potential electrical shock from high voltage; exposure to hazardous chemicals and materials.
Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2015845P
Desired Start DateOpen Date 07/17/2025
Close Date 07/31/2025
Special Instructions Summary SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARYThis is a classified position subject to a one-year probationary period. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with Board Policy and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.
The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within six (6) months.
To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate "N/A" (not applicable). Do not use terms such as "see resume" or "see attached".
The minimum required number of references for this position is three (3) and will be requested at the finalist and/or offer of employment phase of the hiring process.
All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
Minimum Qualifications - Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week (full time). Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for the sole purpose of meeting the experience minimum qualification (Example: Twelve (12) months of part time work experience is equivalent to six (6) months full time).
Minimum Qualifications - Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. As applicable, education must be from a regio...
