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)