H V A C Technician II

University of Texas At El Paso•El Paso, TX

60d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve. UTEP is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 85% of our 25,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America. Facilities Management, under the leadership of Assistant Vice President of Facilities Management Stanley Joshua, oversees Facilities Services, Planning and Construction and Space Management. Working together as a team, we strive to fulfill the mission and vision of the University. The UTEP campus has a rich history, and its architecture and infrastructure is truly a unique and important aspect of this history. Our campus and facilities are serviced by approximately 200 employees working as a team to operate, maintain, repair, renovate, and clean over 5.21 million square feet of space in 80 structures located on 421 acres. More about Facilities Management! The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Requirements

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.
Experience: Three years of experience, related to the statement of duties and responsibilities; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Note: This position requires a valid state issued drivers license and must comply with the University Driving Policy.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.