AC/Refrigeration Mechanic

Midwestern State University; Wichita Falls (TX); In loco; USD 29.000 - 35.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

MSU Texas invites applications for an AC/Refrigeration Mechanic in Facilities Services. You will install, repair, and maintain chilled water cooling systems on campus and manage filter changes for air handling and fan coil units.

The role reports to the Central Plant Superintendent and requires shift work, some nights and weekends, and an on-call standby. Minimum three years of HVAC/mechanical experience; high school diploma or equivalent; Texas driver's license; EPA knowledge; readiness to

Competenze

• Three or more years mechanical experience in refrigeration, heating and commercial systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training helpful.
• Shift work required; nights and weekends possible; standby/on-call.

Mansioni

• Install, repair, and maintain chilled water cooling systems on campus.
• Perform filter changes for air handling units and fan coil units.
• Operate Central Plant when needed and maintain records.

Conoscenze

Mechanical experience

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Formazione

High school diploma

Vocational training helpful

Strumenti

Test meters

Blueprint reading

Industrial torches

Descrizione del lavoro

Performs skilled work installing, repairing, and maintaining chilled water cooling system on MSU campus. Performs filter change out management for all air handling units and all fan coil units on campus. Reports to the Central Plant Superintendent.

Position

AC/Refrigeration Mechanic Department Facilities Services Starting Date ASAP Salary $2899.42 Monthly Plus Benefits Job # S031-27 Budget Position # EY0799 Posted 11/04/2026

Examples

Helps to overhaul and service refrigeration units, ventilating and cooling units, minor repair to air handling units. Change filters in all air handling units on campus, check belt tension, bearing noise, and any unusual noise coming from units, on a regular schedule developed by the supervisor. Checks water leaks, steam leaks, stem trap operation. Lubricates motors and bearings on a regular schedule. Checks motors for proper rotation. Checks and record ampers load on all legs of each air handling unit motor. Cleans condenser coils and cooling coils on air handling units and refrigeration units. Operate the Central Plant when needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports to the Central Plant Superintendent.

Physical Condition

Moderate physical activity with occasional heavy lifting of objects weighing over fifty pounds. Must not be color blind.

Experience

Three or more years mechanical experience associated with refrigeration, heating and commercial refrigeration.

Knowledge

Complete knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, tools, and equipment needed for the installation, repair, and maintenance of air conditioning, heating, ventilating, and commercial refrigeration. Skill in locating and correcting defects in this equipment and in the use of those tools and meters needed to diagnose problems. Ability to lay-out and supervise new installations. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions and read blue prints and sketches. Knowledge of electrical systems and troubleshooting. Knowledge of steam systems. Must be able to use test meters and diagnose problems. Knowledge in the use of tools and torches in accordance with EPA rules. Ability to use a computer.

Education

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Vocational technical school training helpful.

Additional Requirements

Must be fully aware of the hazards and safety precautions necessary to do the above, in an efficient manner. Must be capable of maintaining records and reports for daily duties and preventative maintenance. *Shift work required. *A valid Texas driver's license is required. *Requires employment physical exam.* Must be available some nights and weekends. Must periodically serve on a standby or on-call basis.

Standard Requirements

Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.

This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.