Job Description:

Job Summary:

Responsible for all duties performed by Building Engineers including operates, installs, maintains, and repairs building equipment and systems.  In addition, this role is responsible for advanced installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of building equipment including electrical and control work for refrigeration equipment. Performs work in accordance with University standards and procedures for University buildings and properties.

Responsibilities:

• Inspects and tests building systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment and identifies and solves problems.
• Dismantles defective equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment including cleaning and lubricating shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of equipment.
• Interprets building and equipment documentation to troubleshoot and make repairs.
• Installs, repairs, and verifies proper operation of building systems and equipment.
• Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related pneumatic equipment; repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Install and verify operation of basic systems such as HVAC and Refrigeration systems, plumbing-sinks, faucets, toilets, electrical-circuit breakers, light bulb and ballast changes.
• Must be experienced in refrigerant recovery procedures.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of equipment.
• Uses appropriate tools and equipment.
• Helps introduce new employees to shop protocol, procedures and campus applications and equipment.
• Requisitions materials and supplies using in-house procedures as needed. Keeps working areas, and mechanical rooms, neat, clean and safe.
• Wears and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Uses computers to enter and access job related information.
• Undertakes training related to job duties as deemed necessary by University, Direct Supervisor or Management Staff.
• Responds to alarms and emergency situations during shift and after hours.   Available to respond to after- hours emergencies as needed and requested.
• Assists with providing engineering coverage for events, when needed or requested.
• Provides engineering support for Capital Projects when needed.
• Performs related job duties as may be assigned.

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Advanced job-related training program in air conditioning and refrigeration required.
• Completion of HVAC apprenticeship program preferred.
• Completion of job-related Associate's degree (AA) preferred.

Experience:

• Five years related experience required.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current valid driver's license, other licenses or certificates needed for this position as required by law required.
• EPA Universal Certification.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to perform mathematical functions relevant to the position.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and be physically capable of strenuous activity over extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move loads appropriate to job requirements and be able to bend and work in a kneeling position for periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, be capable of working at heights as required, be able to enter and work within tight spaces, and be able to withstand hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to work independently.
• This shift would be working 7:00 â“ 3:30 Tuesday - Saturday 

Pay Rate:

• $40.28 per hour.

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References Contact Information (3)

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