Senior HVAC Mechanic - Evening Shift

University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

59d•Onsite

About The Position

Located within Facilities Management, the Environmental Systems Department is seeking to hire a Senior HVAC Mechanic. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM, with occasional overtime hours. Under general direction, inspects, tests, maintains, repairs, calibrates, and installs mechanical refrigeration and equipment, air conditioning, heating, compressed air, and vacuum systems. Works on specialized lab equipment such as centrifuges, ultra-low temperature freezers, and alcohol chillers. Installs, repairs, and maintains a variety of electronic and pneumatic equipment. Continues to stay abreast of changing technologies, procedures, and products by reading trade journals, the latest code books (IMC, IFGC), the Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning book, operating manuals, and attending workshops and seminars. Occasionally works with other departments to accomplish large projects. Responds to emergency calls such as plumbing, electrical, and elevator, as needed. Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position. SPECIAL NOTE: This position offers a shift differential and premium pay rate. SCHEDULE NOTE: For onboarding and training purposes, for up to the first 6 weeks of employment the work shift will be the following. Upon completion of the training period the work schedule will transition to evening shift. Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, Vo-Tech or Trade School Certification, AND;
24 months refrigeration experience
Knowledge of tools used to repair and maintain refrigeration systems (gauges, meter, power tools)
Knowledge of HVAC and building codes/permits
Identifies problems and discusses possible solutions with the supervisor
Understands safety rules and regulations
Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to read and interpret electrical complex schematics, blueprints, and drawings
Ability to lift and move heavy equipment
Ability to keep the supervisor up to date with important calls in a timely manner
Current State of Oklahoma HVAC License.
Federal EPA refrigeration certification.
Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date

Responsibilities

Cleans air conditioner condensers, coils, and dampers on air handlers.
Maintains exhaust fan systems.
May clean and maintain shop and equipment rooms.
Inspects, tests, maintains, repairs, calibrates, and installs mechanical refrigeration and equipment, air conditioning, heating, compressed air, and vacuum systems.
Tests system operations for leaks and defects using gauges and instruments.
Troubleshoots the problem and makes any necessary repairs to the system.
May estimate costs and recommend replacement of equipment to the Lead or Supervisor.
Works on specialized lab equipment such as centrifuges, ultra-low temperature freezers, and alcohol chillers.
Installs, repairs, and maintains a variety of electronic and pneumatic equipment.
Adjusts or replaces worn or defective mechanisms and parts and reassembles repaired systems.
Installs complex expansion and control valves, flex and metal ducts, fan coil units, pipes, wiring, and insulation.
Maintains records of repair, replacements, and time spent on each job.
Continues to stay abreast of changing technologies, procedures, and products by reading trade journals, the latest code books (IMC, IFGC), the Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning book, operating manuals, and attending workshops and seminars.
May clear ice and snow from sidewalks, streets, and parking areas with hand tools and/or heavy equipment.
Participates in training and educational activities.
May train others on procedures and operation of equipment.
Occasionally works with other departments to accomplish large projects.
Responds to emergency calls such as plumbing, electrical, and elevator, as needed.
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.