Air Conditioning Leader
Job Description
TITLE: Air Conditioning Leader
JOB CODE: 5317
EFFECTIVE DATE:
FLSA STATUS: NE
EEO6 CODE: 6 = Skilled Crafts
PURPOSE: To provide advanced journeyman level skills in the installation, maintenance and
repair of air conditioning equipment. Responsible for the complete service of all air conditioning
equipment and systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Repair and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning
equipment, services cold storage units, refrigerated systems, adjust valves, thermostats and
pressure switches. Install air conditioning equipment and ductwork in new construction projects.
Performs preventive maintenance on air conditioning equipment, refrigeration and heating
equipment. Repairs and cleans steam, air and water filters. Packs and repairs electric motors.
Repairs home type appliances. Performs related duties as assigned. Performs duties of Air
Conditioning Supervisor during his/ her absence.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
REPORTS TO: Specific written or oral instructions from Air Conditioning Supervisor.
SUPERVISION: N/A
SUPERVISION-OTHER: General supervision workers during the absence of the Air
Conditioning Supervisor.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: $education
REQUIRED EDUCATION-OTHER: High school or vocational school graduation with special
courses in electricity, plumbing or air conditioning.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / COMPETENCIES-OTHER:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCES/COMPETENCIES: Five years of skilled/ journeymanlevel experience in repair and maintenance of refrigeration equipment and systems, with
one year in a supervisory capacity. Valid Texas drivers license required. EPA Universal
Refrigerant Certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Ability to use all hand and power tools common with the air
conditioning and heating trade. Familiarity with different types of HVAC equipment. Must be
accurate in all phases of work performed. Working conditions are considered acceptable, but
occasionally involve exposure to inclement weather conditions, equipment, tools and chemicals
used in the air conditioning equipment. Alertness and careful attention is required to avoid injury
to self and to others. Specific job requirements or physical location of positions allocated to this
classification render the position security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of
Section 51.215 Texas Education Code.