HVAC Mechanic III

Job Summary

The HVAC Mechanic III troubleshoots and provides repairs and preventative maintenance commercial HVAC units and related equipment. Responds to off-campus work requests and provides support to other skilled trades.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Installs, operates, repairs, refurbishes, and provides preventative maintenance on commercial HVAC units and related equipment.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions on commercial HVAC units and related equipment.
• Repairs or replaces compressors, condensers, valves, piping, thermostats, motors, belts, and other parts.
• Balances HVAC systems and recharge and recover refrigerants.
• Assists with repairs and preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment including chiller plants, energy management systems, building controls, and related equipment.
• Uses a university supplied vehicle to respond to off campus work requests.
• Maintains records and logs of all equipment history and plant operations as required.
• Responsible for the repair and maintenance of in-room residential refrigerators and ice makers.
• Provides support to other trades such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, general maintenance to ensure timely and efficient repair of buildings and/or equipment.
• Complies with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, university policy and accepted safe work practices.
• Cleans and maintains work areas and personal equipment.
• Responds to emergency and after-hours equipment failures to ensure continuation of service and operations.

Other Duties:

• Other job-related duties as assigned.
• Serve on on-call rotation.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires a high school diploma and four years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Completion of NCCER Core, HVAC Level One.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant Recovery Type 2 certification.
• Full-time experience operating and maintaining commercial HVAC units and related equipment.
• Completion of appropriate vocational/technical training.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four years full-time experience operating and maintaining commercial HVAC units and related equipment in large apartment or residence hall setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of residential HVAC units and related equipment.
• Knowledge of HVAC chiller plant equipment and operations.
• General knowledge of building maintenance trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of applicable safety and OSHA requirements.
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced skill in troubleshooting HVAC units and equipment.
• Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
• Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.
• Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, logs, and files.

Pay Grade 16