Maintenance A Worker -HVAC

Saint Louis University•SLU Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

The Maintenance A Worker performs routine building systems checks and emergency maintenance dispatched by public safety and supervisors. The position addresses building-related problems and ensures HVAC systems operate properly across a multi-building complex. The scheduled shift is Tuesday through Saturday, 4 p.m. to midnight, with 40 scheduled hours per week. The employee must also be available 24/7 for emergencies and may be required to work overtime or flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts. The role involves inspecting, monitoring, troubleshooting, repairing, and documenting HVAC and related building systems. It also responds to service calls, assesses issues, and requests escalation or specialized support when needed. The position requires a background check and other applicable pre-employment checks. Benefits are governed by the collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 148. The stated hourly wage is $33.36.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Class E driver’s license, or equivalent from another state.
Must be available 24/7 for emergencies and willing to work overtime.
May be required to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts for emergencies.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to prioritize workloads to meet appropriate service-request response times.
Ability to stand, bend, climb, lift up to 50 pounds, and work on ladders or at heights.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and temperature conditions.
Expected exposure to pool chemicals, noise, and mechanical equipment.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or certification in HVAC maintenance, commercial or residential installation, or a related field.
Five or more years of experience maintaining electrical systems in a commercial or institutional environment, with knowledge of a variety of heating and cooling system types.

Responsibilities

Inspect building HVAC systems for proper operation and record relevant data in rounds logbooks.
Troubleshoot and repair heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems within a multi-building complex.
Perform repairs, including brazing, reclaim refrigerants, and recharge units as needed.
Use computer software and Building Automation Systems to adjust comfort and energy-saving settings.
Diagnose, repair, and service steam and water boilers.
Record and document equipment data based on equipment surveys.
Respond to service calls and emergency maintenance dispatches from public safety and supervisors.
Assess issues, determine when escalation or specialized support is needed, and request additional resources when appropriate.
Address building-related problems and help ensure proper HVAC system operation.