HVAC/Refrigeration Master Mechanic

About This Job Our Mission Our mission is to ensure the physical, operational and financial integrity of the regional flood risk management system, in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction.

About This Position The HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic is responsible for providing advanced journeyman level work in multiple trades, including HVAC, plumbing, machinist, and welding. This includes troubleshooting issues in the maintenance of buildings and all related structures. Responsibilities encompass diagnosing problems, implementing effective solutions, and ensuring that all systems are functioning efficiently. The incumbent must be self-motivated. Tasks may be performed at SLFPA-E facilities or within Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard Parishes.

Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties: Job Duties and Other Information

• Performs major and advanced repairs on all types of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC).
• Replaces and modifies existing HVAC and refrigeration equipment of all sizes. Installs new equipment of all sizes.
• Conducts air balancing in HVAC distribution systems.
• Operates, regulates and adjusts domestic and hot water boilers, circulating pumps, chillers, and refrigeration systems associated with building operation. Regulates flow and starts/stops pumps, chillers, hot water systems, etc., associated with HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Position serves in lead worker capacity when working with contractors or other trades personnel.
• Performs periodic preventative maintenance on equipment to provide required inspection, lubrication and adjustments. Processes include amping motors, adding refrigerant, adjusting controls, changing and cleaning filters, calibrating thermostats and cleaning coils.

**The incumbent must have a valid driver's license.

HVAC Certification Is Preferred But Not Required.** NOTE: The Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East (SLFPA-E) is an emergency-oriented agency. Part of the SLFPA-E's mission is to protect the residents of the east-bank of Jefferson Parish, St. Bernard and the east-bank of Orleans from tidal surge, wind-driven water and river flooding. In emergencies during Mississippi River flooding and Hurricane/Tropical storm events, the incumbent will be on call and must report for duty if so required, remain on duty in such situations until released from duty by the Appointing authority. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: This appointment type can be filled as Probational, Promotional, Lateral Transfer, Detail to Special Duty, or Job Appointment.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. How To Apply: To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine their position in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted instead of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Monique Cook

SE LA Flood Protection Authority-East

504-286-3153

mcook@floodauthority.org

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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Do you posses a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question