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Refrigeration Mechanic

Broward County, Florida
$52,644.80 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
115 South Andrews Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 09, 2025
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for a Refrigeration Mechanic at Port Everglades. General Description Performs skilled work in mechanical refrigeration in the installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration equipment, air conditioning systems and centrifugal chillers. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires two (2) years in journey level refrigeration mechanic or closely related experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Required Universal certification from the E.P.A Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment. Ability to secure and maintain a valid Port Security Identification Badge for the duration of employment. Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment. Preferences Current Broward County Mechanical Journeyman Level/Certificate of Competency DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in the Refrigeration Mechanic position within the Port Everglades Seaport Facilities Maintenance Division. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Performs the preventive maintenance, overhaul, repair, and servicing of HVAC refrigeration units and chillers and controls by checking the repair, replacement, and adjustment of worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors, water and vacuum pumps and filters, and the testing of refrigeration equipment for refrigerant leaks. Performs removing and replacing motors, pumps, shafts, and bearings. Works from manufacturer specifications, inspecting and testing electrical and signal circuits. Uses maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs energy management systems. Must have excellent troubleshooting skills; may perform repairs or modifications lo compressors, motors, condensers, fans, thermostats, ducts, pipes, and other mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and/or systems. Checks gauges and makes inspections for preventive maintenance; reads gauges and instruments, determines temperature, velocity, and humidity factors using air and water temperature gauges; adjusts mechanisms such as valves, controls, and pumps to control fluid, pressure, and temperature levels; bleeds contaminants from system and charges with specified amount and type of refrigerant; checks gauges and makes periodic preventative maintenance inspections. Maintains up-to-date records on job orders; maintains effective and efficient working conditions; tests refrigeration equipment for refrigerant leaks: removes and installs motors, thermostats, and humidistats; adjusts expansion valves; adjusts or changes belts; replaces gaskets, hinges, and other related hardware. Repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings; performs the rebu11ding, repair, and painting of wood and metal cooling towers and fans. All work is performed in accordance with established policies and procedures of the NEC, NFPA, Florida Mechanical Code, and the Engineering/Maintenance Department specifications. Ability to read Amp meters, ohmmeters, test lamps, voltmeters, wattmeter, thermometers and manometers, refrigerant gauges, vacuum pumps, refrigerant scales, and refrigerant recycle/recovery equipment. Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metal-working tools to make and repair parts. Operates forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, power washers, blowers, vacuums, and other large and small equipment in a safe and effective manner. Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments or may install special functional and structural parts. Sets out temporary traffic control devices at the work site to provide a safe work environment and facilitate safe and efficient traffic flow. Prepares a variety of log sheets (paper and digital) to document work activities, track equipment usage, and provide summary information to management. Must work wherever the equipment/systems are located: on rooftops, outdoors, inside office buildings or mechanical rooms, etc. Uses handheld devices, computers. radios, cell phones, and other electronic equipment to track work, communicate with others, and complete work assignments. Must follow all applicable County and Port safety policies and guidelines. Performs related work as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to radiation; disease/pathogens. SPECIAL INFORMATION Competencies Manages Complexity Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options. Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures. Action Oriented Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes timely action on important or difficult issues. Identifies and pursues new opportunities that benefit the organization. Plans and Aligns Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work. Optimizes Work Processes Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Generally follows defined and communicated standards, methods, and procedures. Seeks advice and finds ways to work better within processes. Makes some reasonable suggestions to improve work methods. Ensures Accountability Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Tracks performance and strives to remain effective, learning from both successes and failures. Readily takes on challenges or difficult tasks and has reputation for delivering on commitments. County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request. Emergency Management Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.