HVAC Helper (26-27 SY)

HVAC Helper (26-27 SY)

JobID:

5070

Position Type:

D.O.

Classified Staff/HVAC Helper Date Posted:

6/10/2026

Location:

District Office -

Maintenance Date Available:

07/01/2026 Job title: HVAC Helper Reports to: Administrator of Physical Plant Receives guidance from: Administrator, District Administration and Support Staff, Assistant Superintendent Overtime status: Compliant with position, salary and FLSA regulations Job purpose: In keeping a tradition of excellence, the purpose of the HVAC helper is to assist the HVAC tech or supervisor. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties and responsibilities:

Must be able to read schematics and wiring diagrams associated with HVAC and related systems. Must have a good knowledge of the refrigeration system to diagnose problems and resolve issues with HVAC systems within the school district. Must have a good understanding of electrical systems to diagnose problems and resolve issues with HVAC systems within the school district. Must be able to use refrigerant recovery equipment and gauges for proper handling of refrigerant. Must have a basic knowledge of the EMS systems controlling the HVAC equipment in the schools. (Schneider and Tracer Summit is a plus) Must be able to interpret and respond to work orders submitted in the maintenance request system. Must be able to work with a helper and manage day to day operations. Set schedules for periodic inspections of HVAC systems in the District Report special problems to the HVAC supervisor as pertains to maintenance and upkeep of District properties Recommend to the HVAC supervisor possible solutions to events/situations as they happen React to emergencies and is "on call" 24 hours a day and 7 days a week Lead and attend staff meetings/trainings as applicable; serve on staff committees Assume responsibility for own professional growth and development, for keeping current with literature, new research findings, for attending appropriate professional meetings and conferences, and to maintain any credits and/or continued education for maintenance of licensure/qualifications required for the position Maintain and accept responsibility for any district owned fixed asset item assigned to employee and ensure appropriate use by following district policies for acceptable use Undergo periodic evaluations according to state and board policy procedures Maintain confidentiality Regular, dependable attendance is an essential function of this position Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other district, state and federal policies, and procedures and protocols as established by RCSD and the

Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct Qualifications:

Education Level:

High School Diploma or Equivalent as a minimum. Trade School preferred.

Certification:

EPA Certification in Universal Refrigerant Handling

Other Requirements:

Valid Driver's License and a good driving record is a MUST.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using equipment such as a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, reach, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.

Note:

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Terms of Employment:

Salary, days and work year as established by the

Rankin County Board of Education Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Rankin County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.