JOB
EXAM NUMBER: Y6359A
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from anyone!
The application filing period will begin on July 1, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous.
We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectantly once we have enough qualified candidates.
WHY WORK FOR US?
LA Health Services is LA County’s integrated healthcare system and the second-largest public health system in the nation. Our system includes four public hospitals, more than 20 community health centers, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Correctional Health Services, and community-based programs that connect people to care where they are.
We serve as the safety net for more than 10 million residents, providing care regardless of ability to pay, insurance coverage, or immigration status. As one connected system, we deliver extraordinary care—from prevention and primary care to emergency, specialty, trauma, and recovery services across Los Angeles County.
With more than 2.9 million visits annually and a workforce of over 23,000 dedicated staff, LA Health Services is proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to everyone, no matter how they come through our doors.
Explore our one system of hospitals and community health centers: Our Locations – Health Services Los Angeles County
MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care
What does a Helper, Refrigeration do?
Performs semi-skilled work assisting journey-level refrigeration mechanics in refrigeration and air conditioning installation, heating, ventilation, alteration, maintenance, and repair work.
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits
CLICK HERE to see a list of employee benefits EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Detect and repair leaks and makes other minor repairs on refrigeration equipment.
Assists in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of refrigerators, and a variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and/or equipment.
Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of steam and hot water heating and related equipment.
Assists in hanging and installing motors, compressors, pumps and fans.
Test, charge, repair, and adjust hermetic and semi-hermetic type refrigeration units and ice machines
Assists in the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of furnaces, heaters and forced air or water central heating and/or cooling systems.
Assists in the chemical treatment and testing of water used in heating and cooling systems.
Assists in the cleaning, adjusting, and oiling of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
Install and connect piping and tubing for refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
Maintains related tools and equipment.
Cleans work areas as necessary.
Drives automotive equipment to and from work sites. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This assessment type will evaluate the training, experience, desirable qualifications, and education/license you list on your application and supplemental questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This assessment is worth 100% of your total score.
Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the list.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION
Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly.
Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list for a period of twelve (12) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies in the Department of Health Services as they occur.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Please refer to their website for updated information https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Eric Sanchez, Exam Analyst
(213) 288-7000
[email protected]
CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE:
(800) 735-2922
