HVAC Technician II

Kent State University•Kent, OH

38d•$27 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Performs the full range of HVAC maintenance and installation tasks. Reports to HVAC Supervisor or other designated supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of three years experience in analyzing and repairing HVAC equipment: chillers, cooling towers, condensers, etc.
Completion of vocational education program or apprenticeship in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
May be called to work in emergency situations.
Requires on and off-campus travel.
"Universal" technician certification as issued by EPA approved certifying organization per Section 608 of Clean Air Act.
Valid Ohio driver's license with safe driving record.
Air conditioning, refrigeration and heating technology
Tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating units
Local, state, and federal regulations related to electrical codes and OSHA standards
Reading blueprints (schematics and wire diagrams)
Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance, repair, and installation.
Mathematics associated with trade applications such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Reading (e.g., technical manuals), writing, (e.g., work logs), and accurately follow oral, written, and graphic instructions
Utilizing computerized equipment (e.g., laptops, personal computers and direct digital controllers)
Utilizing hand and power tools
Diagnose problems and determine appropriate action
Communicate with University personnel and public (e.g., to gather information about needed repairs, to explain problems encountered)
Maintain accurate records
Work in high places, tunnels, and crawl spaces
Lift 100 lbs.

Nice To Haves

HVAC trades school.

Responsibilities

Repairs air conditioning, refrigeration and heating units and systems, refrigeration systems, pneumatic controls, steam traps, pressure regulators, steam separators, pumps, fans and motors and related heating, cooling and refrigeration equipment and periodically overhauls air conditioning and heating systems.
Inspects air conditioning, refrigeration and heating systems and performs preventive maintenance (e.g. cleans or changes filters, lubricates motors, tightens belts) to ensure serviceable condition of systems.
Installs air conditioning (i.e. window and central systems) and heating units and installs piping, pumps, motors and refrigeration systems; handles and disposes refrigerants.
Assists trade personnel (e.g. plumber, carpenter, electricians, etc.) and /or contractors in maintenance repairs and /or performs building maintenance and trade tasks (e.g. troubleshoots and maintains all restaurant equipment); performs maintenance and repair of all HVAC related equipment ;orders and /or picks up parts; obtains price quotes/bids; maintains required reports and records; maintains equipment (e.g. manifold gauges, hand tools, power equipment, leak scanner); attends required meetings and training.
Maintains chemical levels and control systems for chilled and condenser water treatment systems.
Perform related duties as assigned.

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