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H.V.A.C. Foreperson - Licensed #OC-5350-2746

Date Opened
Monday, June 01, 2026 8:30 AM
Close Date
Open until sufficient apps are received
Section
School Inspectors
Salary
  • $31.93-$39.63
Employment Type
  • Full-Time
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Introduction

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR: H.V.A.C. FOREMAN (non-Exempt)

SALARY: $31.93 - $39.63/hr.

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation Days; paid Sick Days; paid Personal Days.

IMPORTANT:

  1. Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.
  2. Residents – Five (5) Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances dated March 18, 2011. Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications.
  3. Appeal Process- An applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice. Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address. Notification will be mailed to the address written on your application.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs and supervises skilled heating, ventilation and air-conditioning work on equipment and their supportive systems in public school buildings and City buildings.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

(Illustrative Only)

Supervises and inspects all major installations and maintenance jobs of an H.V.A.C. nature;

Schedules H.V.A.C. installation and repair jobs;

Plans H.V.A.C. layouts and arranges the procurement of necessary permits for H.V.A.C. jobs;

Performs H.V.A.C. jobs requiring a high degree of skill and gives assistance to other H.V.A.C. on complex jobs;

Estimates labor and material required on H.V.A.C. jobs and requisitions or withdraws necessary supplies;

Assigns work to H.V.A.C. journeyman;

Services and adjust controls of all oil burners.

Does other related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Good knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools and practices of the H.V.A.C. trade; 

Thorough knowledge of the occupation hazards and safety precautions of the trade; 

Ability to plan, lay out and perform complex H.V.A.C. work, making efficient use of labor and materials; 

Skill in the use of tools and equipment of the trade; 

Ability to train and instruct subordinates; 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and with other officials.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Five (5) years of experience as an H.V.A.C. skilled tradesman of which two (2) years must be in a supervisory capacity. 

The possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. 

Must be in possession of a valid CT S-2 “Unlimited Journeyman’s License” for at least 2 years and must obtain an S-1 within one (1) year of the date of certification. Coursework in a related field; refrigerant license; and cooling tower and steam boiler experience preferred.

Possession of a valid Motor Vehicle License with a good driving history.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS


Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

 

Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

 

 

 

 

Depth Perception

 

 

x

 

Standing

 

 

x

 

Color Distinction

 

 

x

 

Walking

 

 

x

 

Peripheral Vision

 

 

x

 

Sitting

 

x

 

 

Driving

 

x

 

 

Lifting

 

 

x

 

Physical Strength:

 

 

 

 

Carrying

 

 

x

 

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

 

 

 

x

Pushing

 

 

x

 

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

 

 

x

 

Pulling

 

 

x

 

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

 

 

 

 x

Climbing

 

x

 

 

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

 

 

 

 x

Balancing

 

 

x

 

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

 

x

 

 

Stooping

 

 

x

 

Environmental Conditions

 

 

 

 

Kneeling

 

 

x

 

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

 

 

x

 

Crouching

 

 

x

 

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

 

 

x

 

Crawling

 

x

 

 

Temperature Changes

 

 

x

 

Reaching

 

 

x

 

Wetness

 

x

 

 

Handling

 

 

x

 

Humidity

 

x

 

 

Grasping

 

 

x

 

Extreme Noise or Vibration

 

 

 

x

Twisting

 

 

x

 

Exposure to Chemicals

 

 

x

 

Feeling

 

 

 

x

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

 

x

 

 

Talking

 

 

x

 

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

 

 

 

x

Hearing

 

 

 

x

Exposure to bodily fluids

 

 

x

 

Repetitive Motion

 

 

x

 

Exposure to dampness

 

 

x

 

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

 

 

 

x

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

 

x

 

 

Visual Acuity/Near

 

 

x

 

Mechanical Hazards

 

 

x

 

Visual Acuity/Far

 

 

x

 

Physical danger or abuse

 

x

 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified. The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

ADDENDUM


SPECIAL NOTE

This position is covered under the written agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees Local 353, AFSCME. The Parts and Weights for this examination will be determined prior to conducting the exam. Individuals appointed shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of the examination.


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