Senior HVAC Technician - Auxiliary

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior HVAC Technician works on the Auxiliary Maintenance Team within UNT Facilities and performs intermediate skilled craftwork involving heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R). The position installs, maintains, repairs, and services building systems, requiring advanced skills in a primary craft and potentially limited competency in a secondary craft. Work primarily takes place in campus residential and dining buildings. The team maintains residence halls, dining facilities, sorority houses, and other auxiliary locations in coordination with Housing and Auxiliary Services. The technician performs routine and preventive maintenance, troubleshoots HVAC/R and mechanical systems, inspects building mechanical rooms, and records equipment readings and repairs. The role is considered essential personnel and may involve overtime, nights, weekends, occasional weekend events, and assignment to an on-call rotation. The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a security-sensitive position.

Requirements

Five years of experience in maintenance, repair, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure related to the role.
Knowledge of standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices used for general maintenance.
Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions associated with general maintenance.
Knowledge of blueprints, schematics, and working drawings.
Ability to use basic shop mathematics.
Ability to locate and identify problems in building systems or equipment and plan and carry out necessary repairs.
Physical ability to perform moderately heavy work, including lifting and crawling, and to work outdoors in inclement weather.
Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions for the work performed.
Valid Texas driver's license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under the University liability insurance policy if required to drive University vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Section 608 Refrigeration Technician Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance on building mechanical, HVAC, and electrical/mechanical support systems.
Troubleshoot and repair HVAC/R systems and components, including air-handling units, fan coil units, reheat systems, coils, thermostats, and valves.
Maintain HVAC equipment by changing belts, greasing bearings, washing condenser coils, and performing related tasks.
Inspect equipment for excessive noise or heat and clean carbon deposits, pitch, and grease from fans, vents, and ducts.
Repair minor problems involving electric motors, related equipment, ice machines, steam systems, and pumps.
Adjust valves and controls to regulate temperatures, water flow, fan speed, vents, and ducts.
Perform daily inspections of building mechanical rooms and report findings.
Monitor and make minor adjustments to building automation controls.
Record gauge readings, completed repairs, and time lost because of inoperative equipment.
Assist other technicians with mechanical-system repairs and develop troubleshooting and repair knowledge.
Promote Facilities’ values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence through respectful, honest, ethical, and customer-focused conduct.
Help maintain a safe and secure work environment and follow attendance and workplace policies and procedures.
Complete duties in a timely manner without constant supervision and take responsibility for work and commitments.
Participate in an on-call rotation as assigned and work overtime, nights, weekends, or occasional weekend events as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.