H V A C Technician II

Essential Functions

Installs heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment for conformance to safety laws and regulations and approved plans and specifications.

Performs installation, maintenance, repair, and retrofit of HVAC systems for the University's facilities, including monitoring HVAC systems operations and assuring routine preventive maintenance; including working with electrical systems and/or components.

Performs special projects such as installation of HVAC systems for offices, and other facilities.

Responsible for HVAC Control Room system and University-wide refrigerant recovery, and recycling compliance.

Performs upgrades to building systems.

Responsible for the University's HVAC installations, as necessary.

Obtains permits for HVAC and mechanical systems installation in the University's facilities.

Checks, repairs, and/or replaces valves, motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring, fans, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, pipes, and other functional components of HVAC systems, to include electrical systems and/or components.

Maintains water treatment systems.

Operates and utilizes energy management systems. (DESIGO) Building Automation System.

Performs all work with adherence to safety procedures and code specifications.

Accountable for direct expenses relative to labor, parts, and materials.

May orient, train, assign, and check the work of lower-level employees.

Complies with all applicable University policies, procedures, and code of ethics as well as all applicable governmental laws and regulations including employment, safety, and environmental standards and regulations.

Performs other general building repair and maintenance functions related to electrical, plumbing, electronics, etc. as needed.

Compliance with all State and University policies.

Able to work various schedules and be on call.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Associate's Degree in Applied Science (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning), equivalent certificate from a trade school, or completion of an equivalent apprenticeship program; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

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Experience: Three years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Occasional travel may be required.

Note: This position requires a valid state issued drivers license and must comply with the University Driving Policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of computerized control systems for HVAC and related building systems.

Knowledge and skills in reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and trace control circuits.

Mechanical aptitude and background and good manual dexterity.

Applies mastery of skill in area of specialization.

Adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet special needs.

Ability to braze and install refrigerant piping, evacuate, recharge, and start-up HVAC equipment.

Ability to plan and prioritize daily tasks accordingly.

Ability to maintain a strong sense of propriety concerning HVAC systems.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with managers, fellow employees, representatives of other departments, outside consultants, and the public.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.