HVAC Mechanic

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Housing Facilities team as an HVAC-R Mechanic! The Mechanical Maintenance team repairs and maintains all mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration systems in University Housing, serving the residents and guests who live and eat on the UW-Madison campus. This position assists and guides student workers, communicates in English via radio and in person to emergency personnel, and performs HVAC diagnosis and advanced repair work in a variety of University Housing Buildings in both occupied and vacant spaces. The role involves performing duties in a highly diverse student and family housing community, including resident-occupied spaces, as well as in vacant and common areas. The mechanic responds to and solves urgent or emergency sanitation, temperature, and safety issues in housing and dining units. They lead assigned projects and activities to ensure satisfactory performance of mechanical systems, coordinate and oversee the work of vendors, outside contractors, and physical plant staff in housing and dining facilities, and identify and attend to seasonal and preventative maintenance requirements. The position also assists in creating, leading, and participating in a collaborative environment and manages facilities records and databases. Driving vehicles is required to efficiently transport staff, move supplies, and urgently respond to emergency situations. After hours, weekend, and holiday coverage is provided as needed, along with support and assistance in implementing plans and procedures in the event of an emergency.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of the design, operation and functions of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems as they relate to building HVAC- related systems.
Significant experience diagnosing and repairing commercial HVAC systems
Experience with installing, diagnosing, and repairing HVAC actuators, dampers, VAV’s, pumps and other related components.
Experience maintaining and/or replacing electrical components such as motors, pumps, thermostats
A high level of mechanical aptitude
Thorough knowledge of mechanical maintenance practices and occupational safety associated with the operation, treatment and repairs of same
Ability to read and utilize mechanical and electronic thermometers, multi-meters, pressure gauges
Basic understanding of electrical systems and service
Basic understanding of plumbing systems
Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and complete advanced level repair service on electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
Experience with computerized database records or work order system
Knowledge of maintenance and repair of appliances and equipment used for food preparation, commercial laundry equipment and basic home kitchen appliances
Organizational and record keeping skills to prioritize and document work
Basic understanding of DDC controls
A desire to serve residents, staff and guests in University Housing
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills and exercise a strong sense of priority and time management
A minimum of 5 years of commercial maintenance experience
Experience or training with installing, diagnosing, and repairing HVAC Systems
Experience or training with testing and monitoring systems for maximum operating efficiency
Drivers License - A valid driver’s license is required. A valid driver's license that meets UW Risk Management Standards is required for some positions.

Nice To Haves

More than 5 years of experience working in a commercial facilities environment performing diagnosis and repairing of building mechanical systems and system components.
Related experience in a commercial, industrial, hotel, large multi-family, hospital, or similar environment
On-call experience
Industrial, technical, or HVAC-related degrees or certifications
EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification

Responsibilities

Assists and guides student workers
Communicates in English via radio and in person to emergency personnel
Performs HVAC diagnosis and advanced repair work in a variety of University Housing Buildings in both occupied and vacant spaces.
Performs duties in a highly diverse student and family housing community, including resident-occupied spaces, as well as in vacant and common areas
Responds to, and solves urgent or emergency sanitation, temperature, and safety issues in housing and dining units.
Leads assigned projects and activities to ensure satisfactory performance of mechanical systems
Coordinates and oversees the work of vendors, outside contractors, and physical plant staff in housing and dining facilities
Identifies and attends to seasonal and preventative maintenance requirements
Assists in creating, leading, and participating in a collaborative environment
Manages facilities records and databases
Drives vehicles to efficiently transport staff, move supplies, and urgently respond to emergency situations.
Provides after hours, weekend and holiday coverage as needed
Provides support and assists as needed in the implementation of plans and procedures in the event of an emergency
Identifies, prioritizes, troubleshoots, and escalates system problems, equipment malfunctions, and repair needs
Performs scheduled preventative and routine maintenance and documents activity on equipment and systems to ensure optimal and safe operation
Develops and schedules operational work plans for staff occasionally
Monitors, tests, maintains, and repairs Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, related equipment, and controls according to established policies and procedures
Receives, prioritizes, and responds to service requests according to established timelines and policies