HVAC Technician, Building Maintenance

Fort Hays State University • Campus, IL

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About The Position

An HVAC Technician installs, maintains, and repairs refrigeration, air conditioning, and air handling equipment. Provides comprehensive, skilled mechanical and electrical work. Performs preventative maintenance, installation, and repair in order to ensure a comfortable working and learning environment for University faculty, staff, and students.

Requirements

• A two-year college or technical degree in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.
• Three years of professional experience working with HVAC systems.
• 608 Universal Refrigerant Certified.

Nice To Haves

• HVAC industrial experience.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• More than 3 years of professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide upkeep to HVAC equipment including air handlers, vacuum pumps, compressors, and exhaust fans.
• Repair or replace components in order to maintain efficient HVAC operations.
• Maintain circulating water pumps by performing upkeep and preventative maintenance.
• Identify mechanical and electrical problems related to HVAC, refrigeration equipment, and hot/chilled water pumps.
• Repair ducts, electrical wiring, and switches related to HVAC systems.
• Examine air filters and install replacements as necessary.
• Conduct system performance reviews to identify problems and recommend solutions to improve performance capabilities.
• Install upgraded equipment and components, as required.
• Fabricate and maintain tools and equipment in order to complete required tasks.
• Research and develop new methodologies in order to update and improve the efficiency of equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package
• 10 - Paid Holidays Annually
• Accrued PTO - 6.77 hours vacation and 3.7 hours sick leave per biweekly pay period.
• 1 Discretionary Day annually (after 6 months of employment)
• Optional work hours 7- 3:30, or 8- 4:30 M- F.
• Minimal cost individual health insurance, or Family plan available with optional Dental and Vision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree