What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Technician - Maintenance Associate position at Vincennes University?
HVAC Technician
Position Summary:
Install and repair campus heating and air quality systems, as well as refrigeration systems. They specialize in installation or repair, certain types of systems or equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED., valid driver’s license, clean driving record, must possess a Universal Refrigeration License.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Communications - Must have excellent verbal communication skills and be able to work independently and with other Physical Plant personnel.
Responsibilities
- Installation, troubleshooting, and repair of air conditioning, ventilation, heating, and refrigeration equipment.
- Maintenance, repair, and PM of fan units, motors, valves, dampers, condensers, compressors, etc.
- Periodic cleaning of ice machines and condensers.
- Inspects, repairs, and responds to calls on weekends and after hours.
- Works independently and with all Physical Plant personnel installing and maintaining equipment.
- Helps with all University Events.
- Other duties, within the Physical Plant as assigned.
Position Requirements:
· Individuals with three years documented experience in the air conditioning and refrigeration trade will receive maximum consideration.
· Interpret and work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints; interpret schematics and follow both verbal and written instructions.
· Understand and follow all safety procedures and use of safety equipment.
· Maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers, faculty and staff, students, contractors and the general public.
· Experienced and comfortable working in heights, on scaffolding, ladders, roof tops, and lifts.
· With appropriate training, ability to work in confined spaces.
· Able to respond to emergency situations and will be required to perform building checks during weekends/holidays on a rotation basis, and carrying/responding to pager/cell phone calls.
· Skilled in safe operation and use of tools, chemicals, materials, and equipment of the air conditioning and refrigeration trade.
· Must be able to silver solder copper fittings.
· Experience with heating, ventilating, plumbing, and boiler equipment and operations desirable.
· Provide instruction to assistants and assist with training of new co-workers.
· Computer skills to monitor control systems.
Our Benefits:
· Medical, dental, & vision insurance
· Flexible spending accounts
· Disability and life insurance
· Excellent holiday and time off benefits
· Life Assistance Program (LAP)
· Retirement savings options
· Educational support benefit
· Membership & discount offers
Physical Demands:
- Standing, bending, climbing, carrying, reaching, handling, and use of fingers 50% or more of the work day.
- Regular attendance is required for this position. Actual schedule contingent upon the needs of the department and Vincennes University.
- Works both indoors and outdoors, occasionally under inclement weather conditions.
- Works in close proximity to electrical/HVAC equipment.
- Frequently exerting 10-50 pounds of force. Occasionally lifting 50-100 pounds and over.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vincennes University is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Vincennes University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.