HVAC Spec I - Facilities Services - UTK
About The Position
The HVAC Spec I assists the Air Conditioning Foreman and mechanics with assigned work and may provide support to other Facilities Services areas as requested. The position helps evaluate system needs to maintain critical campus heating and cooling systems. The role involves assisting with monitoring, repairing, and installing HVAC systems across campus, identifying and correcting deficiencies as directed, understanding the types and purposes of systems used throughout campus buildings and areas, and reporting repairs, deficiencies, needed materials, and unsafe practices or conditions to supervision. This is an onsite position at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- EPA refrigerant handling certificate.
- Three years of experience, or trade school and experience; experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
- Ability to understand standard equipment operating and handling safety protocols.
- Mechanical knowledge and skills to service and repair HVAC systems and related equipment.
- Ability to maintain a good leave record.
- Ability to follow instructions and keep records.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States full time without current or future need for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.
Nice To Haves
- Vocational or technical training.
- One year of vocational school or one year in a mechanical trade.
- Technical skills acquired in installing, servicing, or repairing HVAC systems.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Air Conditioning Foreman and mechanics with monitoring, repairing, and installing campus air conditioning and heating systems.
- Monitor HVAC systems and correct deficiencies as directed.
- Understand the type and purpose of systems used to maintain campus buildings and areas.
- Report repairs, deficiencies, and required parts or materials to supervision.
- Report unsafe practices or conditions to supervision and correct them as appropriate.
- Provide support to other Facilities Services areas as requested.
- Assist in evaluating system needs to maintain critical heating and cooling systems on campus.
Benefits
- Career development and coaching.
- Continued education.
- Development and training opportunities.
- Work-life balance support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
