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Job Opening Information Maintenance Mechanic III

Job Number
142-26-27
Application Deadline
10/16/2026
Position Start Date
11/16/2026

Position Title
Maintenance Mechanic III
Required Application Type
School Related Personnel
Salary/Pay Scale
$82,436
Job Description

Full-Time Maintenance Mechanic III
HVAC/Refrigeration

Hours:       6:00am to 2:30pm (Hours subject to change to accommodate maintenance projects).            
Preferred: HVAC/Refrigeration Experience

 Duties:

  • Proficient in HVAC and Refrigeration systems. 
  • Responsible for routine installation, servicing and maintenance of all systems inclusive of boilers, climate-controlled unit ventilators, heating and ventilation, motors, pumps. Is able to inspect and adjust temperature control devices. 
  • Responsible for service and repair of refrigeration units including, but not limited to, air conditioners, RTU’s (Roof Top Units), split-systems (capable of heating and cooling) condensers and compressors. 
  • Must be able to work independently and compete projects to completion.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints, understand building specifications and building floor plans. Must have the ability to follow written and oral directions. 
  • Must have effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the building staff, maintenance staff, colleagues and district employees. 
  • Works under the direction of the Facilities Director and/or the Maintenance Supervisor. 

Necessary Requirement:

Depending on the nature of the assignment, at the time of appointment and during employment in this title, the candidate may be required to possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the vehicle to be operated. 

Civil Service Title
Maintenance Mechanic III
Job Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

            Either:

            (a) Completion of two (2) years of vocational education courses in a vocational school program or in an apprentice or training program in one of the craft areas, and two (2) years of experience in the craft or specialty to which the incumbent will be assigned; or,

            (b) Four (4) years of experience in the craft or specialty to which the incumbent will be assigned; or,

            (c) An equivalent combination of the above education, or training, and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b); or,

            (d) One (1) year of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic II.

 

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Depending on the nature of the assignment, at the time of appointment and during employment in this title, candidates may be required to possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the vehicle to be operated.

Application Procedure

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

All costs associated with these employment requirements are the responsibility of the employee:

  • Fingerprint clearance from the NY State Department of Education (NYSED)
  • Drug Screening
  • Physical Examination

Patchogue-Medford Schools is an equal opportunity employer.  It does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, gender, disability which can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status or any other classification protected by law.

Job Category
Building & Grounds
Job Location
District-Wide

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