Heavy-Duty R/A Mec

University of Tennessee • Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

The Heavy-Duty R/A Mechanic performs troubleshooting, inspections, testing, calibration, overhaul, repair, modification, installation, preventive maintenance, and in some cases fabrication on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, air compressor, and refrigeration systems/ equipment and their associated piping and controls systems.

Requirements

• Typically requires high school diploma and three years of relevant HVAC experience, with a minimum of one year in HVAC controls; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess CFC certification.
• Knowledge of and experience in pneumatic, electronic, and digital control systems
• Knowledge of principles of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, with associated control systems
• Knowledge of combustion systems, air and water balancing, thermodynamics, psychometrics, electrical power, air compressors and dryers
• Knowledge of HVAC system operations specifically Air Handlers, VAV's, pumped water systems, boilers, chillers, heat exchangers
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair chillers 40 tons and larger
• Basic electrical repair skills high (up to 480v) and low voltage (24v)
• Electric AC/DC controls troubleshooting skills including reading electrical diagrams
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics, including control schematics and ladder diagrams
• Must excel in troubleshooting of HVAC system problems

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical training in HVAC operations or comparable training field
• Ten years’ experience in general HVAC work
• Experience in control system computer interface
• Experience in an institutional setting utilizing built-up HVAC systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of HVAC and related systems to provide temporary or permanent repairs to keep critical equipment operating
• Selects, estimates, and orders necessary tools, equipment, and materials to accomplish repairs and modifications
• Applies thorough knowledge of HVAC and thermodynamic principals in determining and ensuring proper operation of campus HVAC systems
• Applies innovative techniques for troubleshooting and resolving operational problems
• Assists in design reviews of HVAC design specifications and drawings for new and renovated campus buildings and systems, including progress monitoring and inspections and initial checkout
• Provides and maintains operations and maintenance information on such systems
• Performs installation, configuration, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting on campus HVAC pneumatic controls systems
• Assists and trains other employees in becoming proficient in the performance of assigned duties
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED