Preventative Maintenance Technician

Vanderbilt University

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About The Position

The Preventative Maintenance Technician is part of the Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) and is a key individual responsible for Preventive Maintenance on equipment around the University. This position will complete preventive maintenance on equipment maintained by Facilities using a variety of hand tools and metering devices. Reporting directly to the Preventative Maintenance Manager, the Preventative Maintenance Technician will work with other stakeholders both within and outside of Facilities to maintain equipment through scheduled preventive maintenance activities.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED is required.
• Four (4) years HVAC maintenance experience or formal education.
• Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
• General knowledge of industrial HVAC systems.
• Ability to work safely around rotating equipment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Able to stand, stoop, crawl, work on elevated surfaces and be in awkward positions for extended periods of time.
• Push, pull, lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Able to work in various weather conditions.
• High work ethic.

Nice To Haves

• General computer knowledge.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Products (Email and Internet primarily).
• Ability to understand and interpret construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Complete required Preventive Maintenance on equipment including but not limited to belt replacement, sheave/shiv replacement, bearing lubrication, filter replacement, coil cleaning, cleaning of each component within equipment, and detail cleaning of equipment from top to bottom.
• Recognize and report equipment malfunctions such as bearing wear, sheave misalignment, actuator failure, etc.
• Use various metering devices on both energized and de-energized equipment including manometer, amp meter, temperature probe, tachometer, etc.
• Stand, stoop, crawl, work on elevated surfaces and be in awkward positions for extended periods of time.
• Operate Automated Logic and Johnson Controls automated control systems via computer and/or tablet device.
• Communicate with stakeholders specific to HVAC equipment outages.
• Use a tablet and/or computer to interact with work management system.
• Use a variety of hand tools.
• Understand and interpret building floor plans and construction blueprints.
• Maintain flexibility to work overtime and/or weekends as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED