Refrigeration Mechanic

Full Time
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Posted
Job description

Refrigeration Mechanic


The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County was the first museum in L.A. to open its doors 107 years ago and is poised for an exciting new era as it plans for the future. Having recently completed a new strategic framework, the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County—including NHM at Exposition Park, La Brea Tar Pits and museum in mid-Wilshire, and the William S. Hart Museum in Newhall—is looking forward to new building projects and campaigns, exhibitions, community outreach, and innovative audience engagement.


The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County values and endeavors to support diversity, equity, inclusion, and access within its organization and communities. Candidates who identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color (BIPOC), neurodiverse, a woman, a person with disability, a veteran, and/or a part of the LGBTQAI+ community are welcome and encouraged to apply.


The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is seeking a Refrigeration Mechanic for our Operations department. The Refrigeration Mechanic works closely with the Senior Manager, Crafts & Facilities Services of Operations at the Natural History Museum. It is an exciting time as we embark on new journeys of becoming a museum of, for, and with L.A.


Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
  • This position performs journey level refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, and ventilation tasks in accordance with standard trade practices
  • As needed this position is performing general building maintenance and repair work
  • Supervisory Responsibilities: technical supervision of assistants, helpers and outside contractors as determined by the supervisor. Acts as project lead
  • Diagnoses operating malfunctions and repairs refrigeration and air conditioning systems
  • Tests, charges, repairs and adjusts hermetic type refrigeration units and ice machines


This position has the following requirements:
  • Completion of a heating, ventilation, air condition(HVAC) mechanic apprenticeship program- OR – Five years of experience in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of commercial and domestic heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning systems involving modulating and safety controls, thermostats, humidifiers and duct stats, one year of which must have been at the journey-level and have included the installation and repair of central multi-zone forced air or water heating and/or cooling systems
  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent required
  • Two years’ experience in general building maintenance and repair involving a variety of minor carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting and plumbing work preferred.
  • Must have a working knowledge of the building and safety codes related to their craft
  • An Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Technician Certificate in compliance with Federal license requirements as provided in Chapter V, section 608
  • May be required to attend training classes for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Technician Certificate in compliance with federal license requirements as provided in Chapter V, Section 608.
  • Heavy Equipment: Must be able to operate heavy equipment including scissor lifts, aerial work platforms and forklifts.
  • Shop Tools: Must have experience with shop tools, stationary shop equipment and hand tools.
  • A valid California Driver License and a Personal Automobile Liability Insurance or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation needed to carry out job related essential functions.
  • Licensed Journeyman in related field required.


The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is especially interested in candidates whose background and experience have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion at culturally diverse audiences in museums and in sciences.

The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is seeking applicants who have demonstrated experience and commitment working with a diverse community. Salary range for this position is $32.72 - $35.19 with experience plus excellent benefits. This is a Full-Time Regular position.

The NHMLAC is establishing a COVID-19 vaccination mandate for staff, effective August 10, 2021. NHMLAC is requiring that all staff receive the vaccine for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Exemptions for documented medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may be requested.


A cover letter, current resume, and list of 3-4 references are required for all applicants. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Interested candidates please visit www.nhmlac.org/careers-our-museums and click the link of the position for which you are interested or go directly to the online application.


The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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