The hiring rate for this position is as follows: Level 1 rate is $26.00, per hour and Level 2 rate is $33.00, per hour. Hiring offers will be determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications, certifications, and experience. The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring rate would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process. 

The CIA offers a substantial benefits package that includes medical coverage available at no cost to qualifying employees, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, retirement savings plan with high employer contributions, a generous paid time off program, and more!

As the benefits package at the CIA results in a significant value above the hiring base rate for this position, we encourage you to apply so that our recruiters can share more information with you about the benefits of working for the CIA.

Please apply to learn more about the benefits of working for the CIA.

POSITION SUMMARY

The heating, ventilation, air condition/refrigeration (HVAC/R) Mechanic operates under the direction of the HVAC/R Supervisor to inspect, maintain, repair, and install all types of equipment pertaining to heating, ventilation, air conditions and refrigeration systems here at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at the Hyde Park campus.

Additionally, the HVAC/R Mechanic is expected to maintain the standard of excellence the CIA requires. The HVAC/R Mechanic functions as the liaison for the HVAC/R department during the daytime shift. As a result, it is the responsibility of the HVAC/R Mechanic to plan and coordinate work priorities with the HVAC/R Supervisor. The shift for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the installation, preventative maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and diagnosis of air-conditioning, refrigeration, associated air handling equipment and control systems.
• Interacts in a positive, professional and helpful manner with all campus stakeholders including students, faculty, staff, chefs, outside vendors and campus guests. Works actively and proactively to create harmony within the trades shop, other facilities departments and other stakeholders.
• Communicates safety information and other information proactively to the right people and works to make sure that key people know about safety issues and important concerns in a timely and clear manner.
• Reads and follows blueprints, specifications and manufacturer’s literature as directed.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all campus HVAC/R systems and kitchen equipment as required.
• Completes all work assigned by the supervisor or by the Facilities Help Desk.
• Understands and follows all codes and safety practices required by the CIA or governing agencies.
• Assists outside contractors as required.
• Helps with preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance and projects across many building systems.
• Proactively advises supervisor of restocking needs for supplies.
• Completes work order paperwork electronically, in a timely and complete manner. Work order information should be informative with details, including but not limited to, parts used, time taken, communications to stakeholders and requestors and next steps.
• Conducts work in a way to minimize disruption to classes and other campus activities.
• Performs periodic campus-wide quality inspections.
• Ensures facility compliance with CIA and industry standards.
• Assists other departments for a variety of tasks including holding ladders and responding to calls even if off-shift.
• Assists with any work that is not specifically HVAC/R work, including but not limited to, creating lists of work needed, cleaning up the shop and helping out other departments during emergencies and other times.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Formal trade school education in HVAC/R theory and practice or additional experience with a minimum of five (5) years in the HVAC/R trade under a licensed HVAC/R contractor and evidence of recurring education through industry relevant classes may be substituted for formal trade school education.

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the HVAC/R trade under a licensed HVAC/R mechanic.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigeration Certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a commercial kitchen or equivalent industrial equipment environment.
• Formal training in “hot work” safety.
• Certifications in mechanical lift operations (scissor and boom).
• OSHA 10 or higher.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams and technical operating manuals.
• Must be experienced with using hand tools, electrical meters, refrigeration gages, refrigeration recovery equipment and braising torches.
• Some experience with both low voltage (0-24V) and high voltage (208V /3ph) equipment.
• Must have the ability to carry ladders and other heavy supplies and equipment, in addition, have the dexterity to maneuver in small spaces.
• Must be able to work from high places; on ladders, near the edge of roofs and other locations that present risks in a safe manner, following all constraints both formal and informal including OSHA and CIA and other applicable rules, protocols and procedures.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment; must be able to work under the general direction of the HVAC/R Supervisor or the supervisor on duty.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills.
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work overtime including long hours, nights, and weekends as required in the event of an emergency.
• Under special circumstances may be required to temporarily work on different shifts or off hours and report to various supervisors based upon the needs of the Institute.
• Work is physically demanding and often requires heavy lifting of material weighing up to 50 pounds and climbing to heights above 20 feet.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, either hot or cold; temperatures can have a wide range including from -10 F to 120 F. Required to work outdoors, sometimes in extreme winter temperatures, in electrical rooms, crawl spaces and confined areas.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands to grasp, handle and feel materials, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and taste or smell.
• Safety toe work shoe/boot and hand tools required.