Classified - Classified Positions - Other (Classified) Job Number 230####### Start Date Open Date 08/21/2024 Closing Date ABOUT OUR DISTRICT: The Syracuse City School District is undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all - including students who fall behind or have been considered hard to serve for a host of reasons. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and he is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of school leaders and teachers to partner with him in moving the district toward its goals. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs, serving 19,000+ students Pre-K-12 of whom 77% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 18% are served by the Office of Special Education and 78% are students of color. LOCATIONS: School Service Center. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS The work involves performing skilled journeyman level work in the installation, maintenance and repair of high and low pressure steam lines, HVAC, and refrigeration equipment. Employees are responsible for determining materials and work methods used and on occasion, may supervise unskilled or semi-skilled labor. Assignments are oral or written, sometimes accompanied by sketches from an administrative superior. Work is inspected during process and upon completion for compliance to specification and adherence to codes. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
- Removes, repairs and replaces worn or damaged steam, refrigeration and other pipelines by methods of welding, brazing, threading or mechanical joining;
- Removes, repairs, and replaces, and installs pipeline hangers and supports;
- Grinds, reseats and rebuilds valves, strainers and mechanical devices associated with HVAC and refrigeration systems;
- Repairs, replaces, rebuilds, and maintains pumps, steams and equipment traps and controlling devices;
- Makes estimations and keeps records of time and materials.
FULL PEFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
- Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, materials and tools of the steamfitting trade.
- Thorough knowledge of flows, pressures and capacities of various HVAC systems.
- Thorough knowledge of methods and materials needed in maintaining HVAC and refrigeration systems.
- Thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions used in the steamfitting industry.
- Skill in the use and care of tools, materials, and equipment of the trade.
- Ability to understand and work from general instructions, blueprints and sketches.
- Ability to make time and material estimates.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of High School or equivalency program, and; Possession of current Journeyman level Steamfitter license. SPECIAL NECESSARY REQUIREMENT Depending upon the area of assignment, candidates may be required to hold EPA Certification at the appropriate level for the type of equipment used. WORKING HOURS: This position will work 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. The working hours for this position are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM. These hours are subject to modification. SALARY/COMPENSATION: The starting hourly rate for this position is $40.28 per hour per the Unit 5 contractual agreement. This position is Non Exempt. QUALIFICATIONS:
- All candidates must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Candidates must possess a current Journeyman level Steamfitter license.
- The successful candidate will be required to pass a fingerprint-based background check, at the cost of $102.50 to the candidate.
- City Residents are encouraged to apply!
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