HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

Louisiana State University
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.

Benefits

  • 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
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