IUOE Air Cond & Refrig Mech A

University of Rochester

2d•$30 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Rochester is seeking an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic A to join their UF&S RC Operations department. This is a full-time, regular position with a scheduled weekly work hour of 40. The role involves installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing various air conditioning, controls, and refrigeration systems, as well as performing preventive maintenance on installed equipment. The position operates under minimum supervision and may involve guiding and training lower-classified trades personnel. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school education and 4-6 years experience as a building heating, ventilating, cooling and controls mechanics
Ability to read and write the English language
Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant Certification required

Responsibilities

Installs, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs a variety of air conditioning (i.e. heating, ventilating, cooling, filtration, humidifying), controls, and refrigeration systems.
Maintains air conditioning and refrigeration equipment of all types including absorption, centrifugal and compressor units.
Performs required preventive maintenance on installed equipment.
Inspects and examines various components which make up the system to detect mechanical or electrical failures.
May change filters, clean units and perform other maintenance.
Disassembles various related equipment to note condition and make necessary repairs or replacements.
May check electrical, electronic and pneumatic controls peculiar to air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and make necessary adjustments, repairs or replacements.
May pump down and charge units with appropriate refrigerants.
Performs installation of equipment as outline by engineer, using blueprints, sketches, specifications and manufacturers recommendations.
Tests and balances air and chilled/hot water systems.
Keeps records and makes reports of daily work, emergency/service calls investigated, service rendered, results of troubleshooting and general condition of equipment and systems.
Makes recommendations for modification.
May review controls and control systems for proper operation, sequencing and optimum efficiency and recommends changes to achieve optimum operation.
Performs work to accomplish same.
Required to adhere to all University, Departmental, and OSHA safety policies, practices, and requirements, as a condition of employment.
Performs other related duties of similar complexity, including the maintenance of tools, etc.
May guide, direct and train lower classified trades personnel.