Skilled Tradesman-STW-HVAC

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. The Skilled Tradesman-STW-HVAC is responsible for performing skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the inspection, repair, installation and alteration of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and related equipment and facilities; perform preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equipment. The Skilled Tradesman is responsible for the work activities in one or more of the following skilled trades: HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) area. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

Formal education or training equivalent to a high school diploma
Completion of required HVAC education or HVAC trade school training, along with the required license; or certification in HVAC Mechanics according to ACA 17-33-301
Requires EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Technician Certification
Must be able to work flexible shifts as needed
A valid driver's license is required
Must be able to wear a respirator
Must be able to negotiate distances (from building to building on campus) and the ability to go up and down stairs in multi-story buildings
Must be able to navigate in small spaces including manholes and tunnels to perform maintenance and/or make necessary repairs
Must be able to hold, start, use and operate tools and equipment used in the skilled trade for extended periods
Must be able to load/unload tools and equipment (weights varying up to 75 lbs.)
Must be able to communicate to campus community and co-workers
Knowledge of the methods, practices, and safety precautions in one or more of the skilled trades
Knowledge of the accepted practices, processes, materials, and tools of the various skilled trades
Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to one or more of the skilled trades
Ability to provide mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates for one or more of the skilled trades
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, schematics, building plans, and/or work drawings
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to maintain inventory on needed parts and tools for one or more of the skilled trades

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, repair and overhaul air conditioning systems, commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and combined heating, ventilation and cooling systems
Inspect, repair, modify and install HVAC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, chillers, water cooling towers, forced air converter units, pumps, automatic and hand valves, expansion valves and capillary tubes; connect motors to control panels
Install and calibrate systems
Install copper tubing and repair pipes and tubing as necessary
Test joints and insulate pipes of refrigeration and air conditioning systems
Install, rebuild, replace or repair fans, motors, thermostats, fuses, filters, bearings, valves, controls, gaskets and other equipment as necessary
Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units, including boilers, gas and electrically operated air conditioning equipment, and make necessary adjustments or repairs; service and repair evaporative coolers; conduct boiler water quality test and treatment
Test and examine boiler operations, observing meter and pressure gauges
Adjust boiler burner combustion
Flush boilers, descale tubing; rebuild pressure and temperature safety valves and water pumps
Repair or replace defective parts in units and equipment and their controls, including thermostats, automatic switches, fan controls, log switches, damper motors, louvers, relays, filters, controls, belts, compressors, heat exchangers, high limit controls, pressure controls, safety valves, and automatic gas valves; perform skilled electrical maintenance work in the repair, installation and alteration of HVAC equipment, components, timers, motors and wiring systems as needed
Lubricate and pack heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air-conditioning motors, pumps, fans, and other equipment
Operate a variety of hand and power tools, welder torch, vacuum pump, test equipment utilized in the trade and a motor vehicle; maintain equipment in effective and safe working condition
Maintain parts and tool inventory
Maintain related records concerning time, labor and materials; maintain log of tasks performed and write reports as required
Assist other skilled tradesmen to complete projects that require multiple departments to work together
Knowledgeable in using computerized maintenance management system
High-pressure Boiler Operator license from the State of Arkansas or the ability to obtain one within 6-months of starting employment
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
Perform other duties as assigned