Hvac/Refrigeration Mechanic

Louisiana State University

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Journeyman position in our HVAC department. This position requires basic skills in the maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration equipment including preventative maintenance duties. Performs preventative maintenance duties such as add coolant, change & adjust belts, change air filters and service equipment with lubricants and chemicals. -30% This position requires working independently with minimal supervision to investigate make general repairs to buildings' air conditioning/heating systems and other related mechanical equipment such as freezers, fans, etc. - 30% Recharges air conditioning system with proper amount of lubricant and refrigerant. -10% Installs, replaces, adjusts and calibrates major components of refrigeration units: compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service values, thermostats, coils and drive assemblies - 10% Overhauls and repairs pumps, motors, control systems, piping and other equipment used in refrigerating and air conditioning systems. -10% Works along side of other advance journeyman to troubleshoot and repair control systems. -5% Performs other duties as assigned by the Department including on-call and emergency work when required. -5%

Requirements

• Two years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.
• Valid Driver's License
• EPA Refrigerant Recycling and Recovery Certification (Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990)

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance duties such as add coolant, change & adjust belts, change air filters and service equipment with lubricants and chemicals.
• Works independently with minimal supervision to investigate make general repairs to buildings' air conditioning/heating systems and other related mechanical equipment such as freezers, fans, etc.
• Recharges air conditioning system with proper amount of lubricant and refrigerant.
• Installs, replaces, adjusts and calibrates major components of refrigeration units: compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service values, thermostats, coils and drive assemblies
• Overhauls and repairs pumps, motors, control systems, piping and other equipment used in refrigerating and air conditioning systems.
• Works along side of other advance journeyman to troubleshoot and repair control systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Department including on-call and emergency work when required.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed