HVAC Mechanic

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee • Milwaukee, WI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC Mechanic works for the Facilities Unit of UWM University Housing, which maintains 1.2 million square feet of residential and retail space. The position provides maintenance and repair work in Sandburg Halls, Kenilworth Apartments, Riverview, and Cambridge Commons, supporting safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environments for residents and guests.

Under the general supervision of the Building & Grounds Supervisor, the mechanic troubleshoots, repairs, adjusts, and modifies mechanical and HVAC equipment in residence halls. The role includes identifying and communicating building operating and maintenance needs, performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and ensuring building systems operate satisfactorily while meeting programmatic and energy-conservation objectives. Systems and controls used include METASYS, Carrier i-vu, InnCom, and traditional mechanical controls.

The position is primarily for second shift, with one weekend day per week; first-shift availability may exist, and training hours may vary between first and second shifts. The mechanic works independently and as part of a team, while maintaining positive relationships with coworkers, residents, tenants, and guests. The role may also involve developing and scheduling operational work plans for staff occasionally.

Requirements

• Professional experience in the HVAC trade and/or commercial experience with boilers, chillers, furnaces, and air handlers.
• Ability to work in varied environments without adverse physical reaction, including confined areas, extreme temperatures, hot, noisy, dirty, or dusty areas, and heights exceeding 30 feet.
• Proficiency in common business productivity software and applications, such as Microsoft Office, email, and internet applications.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule that may require nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.
• Ability and willingness to perform a wide range of HVAC and maintenance work in a residential facility, from simple to complex mechanical problems.
• Ability to pass written and behind-the-wheel forklift training within the first 90 days.
• Ability to meet the listed physical requirements.
• High school diploma.
• Ability to climb ladders or steps to access equipment.
• Sufficient vision to read directions and diagrams and adjust equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing over 60 pounds.
• Must not be adversely affected by heights or enclosed areas.
• Sufficient physical dexterity to work on, under, and around equipment.
• Ability to bend, reach, and kneel.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher from a two-year college or technical school with an HVAC certificate, and/or similar applicable training received in a military service school.
• Facility Operating Engineer – 3rd Class License.
• Experience with computerized climate-control systems.
• Carpentry experience.
• Plumbing experience.
• Electrical experience.
• Professional experience in a 365/24/7 operation performing HVAC and/or maintenance responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, test, maintain, and repair HVAC systems, related equipment, and controls according to established policies and procedures.
• Perform scheduled preventive and routine maintenance and document activity on equipment and systems.
• Identify, prioritize, troubleshoot, and escalate system problems, equipment malfunctions, and repair needs.
• Receive, prioritize, and respond to service requests according to established timelines and policies.
• Troubleshoot, repair, adjust, and modify mechanical and HVAC equipment in residence halls.
• Identify, correct, report, and communicate building operational and maintenance needs.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled equipment maintenance and ensure satisfactory operation of building systems.
• Develop and schedule operational work plans for staff occasionally.
• Maintain positive relationships with coworkers, residents, tenants, and guests, and complete work independently and as part of a team.

What This Job Offers

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