HVAC Mechanic IV

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

41d•$23 - $26

About The Position

Install, operate, repair, and preventively maintain pneumatic/electric digital air conditioning (A/C) and refrigeration equipment. Service and refurbish all types of A/C and refrigeration equipment, including controls systems that are connected directly to, and operate, field devices. Troubleshoot field-connected devices (including unitary controllers, variable air volume (VAV) controllers, electronic and pneumatic thermostats, and control programs related to field devices operating HVAC equipment (such as variable frequency drives (VFD) with network computers; and shutdown/restart equipment controlled by these devices. Repair or replace valves, piping, thermostats, dampers, grills, turning vanes, motors, belts, and controls. Troubleshoot equipment following the proper control sequence of operation. Overhaul compressors, condensers, and other equipment. Recharge and recover refrigerants in refrigeration systems. Balance HVAC systems. Perform and oversee HVAC construction projects and departmental jobs utilizing blue prints and schematics. Mentor and train lower level technicians. Begin and complete NCCER Core Curriculum (if not already completed). Enter maintenance data via the work order system for work requests (WR) and time. Maintain EPA Refrigerant Recovery Journal. Provide support services to other trades (e.g., properly route or phase WR) as may be required for the timely and efficient repair of buildings and/or equipment. Perform lead mechanic duties and lead all levels of HVAC mechanics on projects. Initiate purchases of materials and parts used for repairs Clean and maintain shop, work areas, and personal equipment. Drives a state vehicle that requires a valid driver license. EPA Refrigerant Recovery Universal Certification A criminal background and post-offer health assessment will be conducted. Normal Work Schedule: - Schedule: M-F 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Emergency work (as needed) Swing shift/on-call/standby (as required) Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy

Requirements

High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of 4 years (or equivalent) of an HVAC apprenticeship program, or four (4) years of appropriate experience in HVAC related work; appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience
Currently Certified/ Licensed in HVAC trade or Associate's Degree in HVAC plus 2 years relevant experience in trade or pass NCCER Knowledge Verification and NCCER HVAC Performance Verification within 6 months
Pass trade specific Critical Task Assessment within 6 months.
Complete NCCER Core within 6 months
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Refrigerant Recovery certification (prior to hire)
Valid Florida Class E non-commercial driver license

Nice To Haves

6 Years field experience
Knowledge of the most modern and improved materials and techniques (to insure the most professional and cost-effective HVAC as possible)
Demonstrable working knowledge of blueprints and schematic drawings
Knowledge of/familiarity with control systems
Skilled in troubleshooting pneumatic and electric/digital devices related to refrigeration and A/C equipment
Skilled in using normal and up-to-date equipment and materials
Skilled in soldering refrigerant and water piping/tubing
Skilled in recovering refrigerant
Ability to follow established safety practices and procedures
Demonstrable ability to recognize the proper materials/equipment needed for a specific job and make necessary changes
Demonstrable ability to read a service request
Ability to read work requests
Ability to troubleshoot equipment following the proper control sequence of operation

Responsibilities

Install, operate, repair, and preventively maintain pneumatic/electric digital air conditioning (A/C) and refrigeration equipment.
Service and refurbish all types of A/C and refrigeration equipment, including controls systems that are connected directly to, and operate, field devices.
Troubleshoot field-connected devices (including unitary controllers, variable air volume (VAV) controllers, electronic and pneumatic thermostats, and control programs related to field devices operating HVAC equipment (such as variable frequency drives (VFD) with network computers; and shutdown/restart equipment controlled by these devices.
Repair or replace valves, piping, thermostats, dampers, grills, turning vanes, motors, belts, and controls.
Troubleshoot equipment following the proper control sequence of operation.
Overhaul compressors, condensers, and other equipment.
Recharge and recover refrigerants in refrigeration systems.
Balance HVAC systems.
Perform and oversee HVAC construction projects and departmental jobs utilizing blue prints and schematics.
Mentor and train lower level technicians.
Begin and complete NCCER Core Curriculum (if not already completed).
Enter maintenance data via the work order system for work requests (WR) and time.
Maintain EPA Refrigerant Recovery Journal.
Provide support services to other trades (e.g., properly route or phase WR) as may be required for the timely and efficient repair of buildings and/or equipment.
Perform lead mechanic duties and lead all levels of HVAC mechanics on projects.
Initiate purchases of materials and parts used for repairs Clean and maintain shop, work areas, and personal equipment.
Drives a state vehicle that requires a valid driver license.