HVAC Assistant

Job Title:

HVAC Assistant

Full- or Part-Time:

Full time

Exempt or Non-Exempt:

No

Hourly Rate:

25.90 USD Hourly

Department:

Campus Facilities-Maintenance (PM) (Mark Engelhart

Job Description:

Workdays: Saturday - Wednesday

Shift: 9:00am-5:30pm

Hourly wage: $25.90-30.80 per hour based on the Support Staff Association Contract

JOB SUMMARY: To maintain, repair, install, and perform preventative maintenance on heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning units and systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair boilers and refrigeration systems.
• Maintain, install, and repair heating and ventilating units; may include heating and cooling coils, preheaters, dampers, and duct work.
• Install and repair HVAC control systems, pneumatic and electric.
• Repair and install broad-based cooling systems.
• Inspect, install, and repair piping fixtures and equipment; may include pumps, valves, heaters, piping and fittings.
• Lubricate fans, motors, and pumps, and change filters and belts.
• Cut, thread, and assemble pipe using saw, pipe cutter, and threader.
• Fabricate and assemble tubing using saw, benders, and torch.
• Test components using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic test equipment.
• Insulate lines, components, and storage tanks.
• Clean HVAC systems.
• Maintain logs and records of temperatures, running times, and maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Test and treat cooling towers and boilers to maintain chemical treatment levels.

  

RELATED DUTIES:

• Conduct scheduled rounds inspections and emergency service calls on campus.
• Assist other maintenance personnel as required.
• Assist in the maintenance of campus facilities; may include all duties listed on the Maintenance I Job Description.
• Other duties as assigned.

  

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Assignments and administrative supervision are received from the Assistant Vice President and/or his designee(s).

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

May be responsible for student employees assigned to them.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent, with strong math skills.
• Valid Michigan Driver License.
• Four years job-related experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Pass electrical and mechanical testing as determined by the University.
• Pass selected courses in refrigeration, heating and air conditioning or equivalent accredited courses.
• Four years of technical or experience can be evaluated to replace part or all of the selected courses.
• Pass electrical & mechanical testing set up by the university.
• State of Michigan Boiler Operator License preferred.  Certification of compliance with the Refrigerant Recycling Rule under requirements of Section 608, of the Clean Air Act, 1990 as amended is required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, specifications, and instructional manuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others and maintain good working relations with supervisors, co-workers, and the University community.
• Ability to work alone or as member of a team, perform job duties within scheduled time limits, and adapt to rounds and emergency scheduling.
• Ability to compile, maintain, and process required logs and records.
• Ability to follow and apply both routine and specific HVAC safety procedures.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment, based on specific situation.
• Ability to begin and follow through with the task(s) or plan identified in the job description, and to take the first step in performance of those duties and responsibilities.
• Reporting of facilities or grounds maintenance needs which are observed.
• Ability to physically lift, carry, push, and/or pull HVAC tools, equipment, supplies, and related materials such as pumps, fans, motors, etc.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, maintain one's balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle while performing job duties.
• Ability to pass job-related physical examination, skill test, and/or State/Federal mandated training, licensing, certification requirements, required safety training within a reasonable period of time.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to indoor and outdoor environmental changes.
• Subject to extreme temperatures.
• Subject to potential hazar