AC Technician and Plumber

Summary of Work Activities and Responsibilities

The AC Technician/ Plumber services job requests involving air conditioning and plumbing equipment as assigned to him/her. S/he also implements maintenance activities on AC and plumbing equipment, as well as implements minor construction and construction-related work

The position is expected to implement activities that minimize disruption of services provided in facilities.

Main duties and responsibilities

Air conditioning services

Services air conditioning systems, including direct digital control building controls, pneumatic systems, cooling systems, refrigerators, and water coolers

Conducts maintenance activities and inspections of HVAC systems

Cleans evaporator drain pans, coils, and filters

Lubricates fan and motor bearings

Repairs or replaces motors, electrical wiring, belts, compressors, thermostats, and fans

Tests equipment using instruments and gauges (e.g., volt-ohm meters) and adjusts mechanisms such as valves, pumps, and controls based on readings

Repairs piping connections, valves, couplings, and fittings using hand tools, drill press, brazing, welding, soldering, and related methods

Plumbing services

Installs, maintains, and repairs pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and fixtures within campus structures

Performs welding and fitting works on high-pressure pipes and tanks

Inspects plumbing and drainage systems inside buildings for preventive maintenance

Coordinates plumbing tasks with contractors, electricians, and other professionals

Other tasks

Performs other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or authorized representatives

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

Knowledge

Administration: Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology

Customer and Personal Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction

Building and Construction: Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads

Design: Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models

Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Skills

Time management: Effectively manages personal time and schedules tasks

Coordination: Adjusts actions in relation to others and works well with teams

Service orientation: Proactively looks for ways to assist clients and stakeholders

Social perceptiveness: Aware of others’ reactions and understands interpersonal dynamics

Equipment maintenance: Conducts routine upkeep and identifies when repairs are needed

Equipment selection: Chooses appropriate tools and materials for each job

Operation and control: Operates systems and machinery efficiently

Operations monitoring: Observes indicators and gauges to ensure proper equipment function

Quality control analysis: Inspects work and evaluates service performance

Repairing and troubleshooting: Diagnoses problems and resolves them using the proper tools

Education and experience requirements

At least High School graduate

Completed course related to either plumbing or servicing of air conditioners, with TESDA certification

With at least 2 years of experience in plumbing and in handling AC Chiller Water Operation (1 year experience enough if with NC II certification)