HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

Louisiana State University

23h•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.

Requirements

Two years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.
Due to the nature of this position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67.
In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of an emergency or closure.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs, be capable of stooping, kneeling, or crouching; able to reach and/or climb a ladder, climb stairs, and bend their back.
Due to the position's physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04.
Valid Driver's License
EPA Certification- EPA Refrigerant Recycling and Recovery Certification (Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990)
Must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Performs preventative maintenance duties such as add coolant, change & adjust belts, change air filters and service equipment with lubricants and chemicals.
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.
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.