Automatic Plant Mechanic 'B'
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Before you apply
LocationUnited States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High school diploma or equivalent
Three years of experience learning the automatic plant trade as an apprentice
Possession of a proper class license valid to operate a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of appointment
Knowledge of the methods, materials and tools of the automatic plant trade
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the automatic plant trade
Knowledge of the theory and principles of the operation of heating and cooling systems
Knowledge of the operation of the electronic controls and motors associated with the operation of heating and cooling systems
Ability to diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions
Ability to interpret and work from blueprints, schematic drawings, and specifications
Ability to accurately follow oral and written instructions
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and associates
Skills
oil-fired boiler controls
gas-fired boiler controls
electronic controls
motors
pressure valves
safety valves
gauges
About the company
The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city’s more than 198,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us?
Job Summary
Analyzes, test, adjust, and repair automatic oil and gas-fired boiler controls. Checks readings on meters and gauges, and adjusting equipment controls in order to verify readings under specified operating conditions. Records and analyzes equipment temperature, hours of operation, fuel consumption and temperature to diagnose equipment malfunctions.
Essential Functions
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• Repairs, installs, and maintains gas and oil burners and controls, tanks, pressure vessels, and related industrial and residential equipment gauges and valves, including pressure, sequential, boiler, lead-lag and safety valves and gauges.
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• Checks reading on meters and gauges; adjusts equipment controls in order to verify readings under specified operating conditions; records data such as equipment temperature, hours of operation, fuel consumption, and temperature in diagnosing equipment malfunctions; performs fuel analyses in diagnosing equipment malfunctions.
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• Tests, adjusts, installs, and repairs equipment following blueprints, schematic drawings, and verbal or written instructions.
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• Prepares project time and materials estimates.
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• Oversees the work of trades trainees and helpers.
Minimum Requirements
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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• Three years of experience learning the automatic plant trade as an apprentice.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Demonstrated knowledge of:
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o the methods, materials and tools of the automatic plant trade.
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o the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the automatic plant trade.
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o the theory and principles of the operation of heating and cooling systems.
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o the operation of the electronic controls and motors associated with the operation of heating and cooling systems.
• Demonstrated ability to:
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o diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions.
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o interpret and work from blueprints, schematic drawings, and specifications.
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o accurately follow oral and written instructions.
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o establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and associates.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills so required of personnel classified.
Nondiscrimination
The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District’s commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.
Certificates/Licenses
Possession of a proper class license valid to operate a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of appointment.