Air Conditioning Technician 1

Abilene Christian University; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilene Christian University seeks a Heating, Air Conditioning and Ventilation Technician to maintain and repair campus HVAC systems. This security-sensitive, non-exempt, full-time role supports ACU’s mission and safety standards.

The technician will handle system calibration, energy efficiency improvements, and coordination with Facilities Management for ongoing projects. A minimum of five years in HVAC plus EPA Universal certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with 5+ years HVAC experience preferred.
• EPA Universal certification for handling refrigerants required.
• Knowledge of refrigeration theory and heating/cooling loads desired.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems as directed.
• Support remodeling and construction projects related to mechanical systems.
• Work with other trades to ensure safe, efficient operation and energy conservation.

Skills

Hand tools

Blueprint reading

Instrumentation & testing

Report writing

Power tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years HVAC experience

EPA Universal certification

Tools

HVAC controls

Refrigeration equipment

Calibration tools

Job description

N/A Position: Heating, Air Conditioning and Ventilation Technician

For the purposes of ACU’s Background Check and Self-Reporting Policy, this position is classified as security sensitive. Non-Exempt, Full-time

Name: The key principle of this job is to support ACU’s Mission to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world.

Scope: I. Basic Responsibilities

• A. Work as directed by the immediate supervisor and/or director of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing
• B. Maintenance & repairs to the heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems
• C. Perform tasks assigned as part of remodeling and construction projects
• D. Assist other trades and grounds personnel as needed in the spirit of cooperation and teamwork
• E. Continue to develop and cross-train in a manner that will keep personnel up to date and safe
• F. Continually seek ways to improve system efficiencies and indoor air quality as well as ways of increasing energy conversation

II. Essential Duties include the following.

Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• A. Work as directed by the immediate supervisor and/or director of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing
  1. Follow the established rules, policies and procedures of the Facilities Management and Abilene Christian University
  2. Maintains repairs and replaces air conditioning equipment of the reciprocating and centrifugal types, including related electrical motors, and their respective controls, including calibration of equipment, gauges, and controls handling of refrigerant, and refrigerant charging of systems
  3. Maintains, repairs, and replaces hot water, condenser, and chilled water systems, including pumps, control valves, and cooling towers, and related controls.
  4. Maintains, repairs, and replaces air-moving, heating, cooling, humidification, and filtering equipment and systems such as fans, heat pumps, fan coil units, rooftop package air conditioning units, computer room cooling units, electronics and pneumatic modulating thermostats, humidistats, duct stats, and pressure and volume controls
  5. Maintains, repairs, and replaces fume hood components
  6. Maintains, repairs, and replaces low pressure boilers used for heating of air and their combustion and control systems
  7. Maintains, repairs, and replaces equipment related to heating and cooling, such as air compressors, air dryers, and associated controls
  8. Fabricates tubing or piping for pneumatic control systems and refrigeration which may involve soldering, brazing, welding, etc.
  9. Operates energy management or building automation systems that control heating and cooling systems
  10. Reads and records gauge readings on various types of equipment
  11. Performs minor installation of modification work on heating and cooling systems and controls, including planning the work; estimating and arranging the materials, supplies and equipment required; and coordinating with other trades
  12. Inspects work site for planned works impact on associated trades and professionals and consults with others to ensure safety and to prevent equipment outages
  13. Performs related duties as assigned

III. Professional Development Requirements:

• A. Skills
  1. Ability to use hand tools and testing and measuring devices such as wet-dry bulb thermometers, anemometers, velometers, draft gauges, soldering irons, hand torches, leak detectors, multi-meters, etc.
  2. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, charts, and technical instructions
  3. Ability to accurately maintain equipment inventory and history records
  4. Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and to present facts clearly, both orally and in writing
  5. Ability to properly use hand tools and power equipment used in the trade

IV. Qualifications: ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.

• A. Professional
  1. High school diploma or GED
  2. Minimum of five (5) years experience within the HVAC trade preferred
  3. Knowledge of refrigeration theory and computation of heating & cooling loads with capacities
  4. Possession of U.S. Environmental Protection Administration “Universal” certification for handling and disposal of refrigerant
• B. Personal
  1. Honest; responsible
  2. Good moral character
  3. Trustworthy, dependable, and punctual
  4. Likes to work
  5. Must be neat & clean in appearance at all times
  6. Maintain a good attitude, focusing on customer satisfaction

V. Physical Demands

• A. Good health and stamina; able to lift, carry, and pull loads in excess of fifty (50) pounds
• B. Ability to work in confined spaces and to work from ladders or elevated platforms

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.

Abilene Christian University is the premier university for the education of Christ-centered, global leaders, offering an exceptional education to about 6,700 students annually from 51 states and territories, and 42 nations. This private, comprehensive university, founded in 1906 in Abilene, Texas, offers 88 baccalaureate majors that include more than 175 areas of study, 77 areas of study in master’s degree and specialist programs, and five doctoral programs. It has been ranked as one of the top institutions in the nation for undergraduate research, undergraduate teaching, first-year experiences, service learning, study abroad and learning communities. ACU’s mission is to educate students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. ACU Dallas, a branch campus in Addison, Texas, is the home of the university’s online undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.