General Maintenance HVAC/Plumbing (MEP) Technician

Marian University (IN) • Indianapolis, IN

130d

About The Position

Marian University is seeking a General Maintenance - HVAC & Plumbing Technician who will promote the university's Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by keeping the university buildings and grounds clean, neat, and safe. The technician will engage with the Catholic Franciscan mission and model the Franciscan Sponsorship Values, honoring the legacy of the founding congregation and promoting unity in diversity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. and diploma/certification in HVAC/Refrigeration.
• Minimum five (5) years' experience within the HVAC and Refrigeration trade required.
• Knowledge of HVAC and Refrigeration theory and practice for the repair and maintenance of corresponding systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of computers and computerized energy management systems required.
• 5 years verifiable journey level experience.
• Certificate in relevant DOL apprenticed trade.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, tests, operates, and repairs all refrigeration and related equipment for preserving food, making ice, cooling water, air conditioning, heating, and ventilation.
• Calibrates, repairs, and maintains all pneumatic control systems and related equipment.
• Services, repairs, rewires, and calibrates electric controls.
• Checks, services, cleans, and replaces filters in all A/C air handling and heating units and documents the same.
• Cleans and maintains grills, ducts, and shaft ways in A/C, ventilating, and exhaust systems.
• Understands and demonstrates knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration codes and practices, coordinates work between and with other trades.
• Interprets schematic drawings, plans, specifications, and diagrams relating to the installation, repair, and/or maintenance of equipment.
• Performs on-call duties, as they are scheduled, and maintains communication status when on-call.
• Completes preventative maintenance as scheduled and records the same.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs various plumbing and steam systems utilizing tools such as a sewer camera and heavy-duty sewer/drain machine.
• May perform servicing, testing, inspections, and repairs on a variety of equipment including water softeners, steam vaults, steam valves, street mains, medical gas systems, hot and cold loops, boilers, and chillers.
• Repairs and maintains plumbing, replacing water filters and defective valves and washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Assembles pipe sections, tubing, and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
• Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools.
• Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Hangs steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
• Installs pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, pumps, appliances such as dishwashers, garbage disposals, and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools.
• Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines.
• May perform water treatments; treats closed loop water systems, cooling towers, chilled water, and heating systems by collecting and testing water samples; adds appropriate chemicals to maintain correct levels and balances.
• May perform limited abatement work on an as needed basis.
• Researches and specifies repair parts from manuals and computer sources.
• Participates in continuous improvement efforts to optimize reliability and value.
• Responds to any emergency repair/maintenance situation as required.
• Maintains critical inventory needed to keep operations running; maintains and accounts for tools used.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties.
• Responds to any emergency as required and is responsible for snow removal as assigned.
• Attends all department training sessions.
• On call responsibilities may exist.
• Follows all University and departmental rules, regulations/policies, and procedures.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in a safe manner.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication.
• Exhibits excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Displays strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and quality of work.
• Maintains a highly motivated, self-directed work ethic.
• Identifies and problem solves in an effective manner.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with employees and leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED