CENTRAL PLANT REPAIRER

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a Central Plant Repairer to assist with basic maintenance, repair, and upkeep of central plant equipment and systems supporting campus heating, cooling, and utilities.

Responsibilities include maintenance on chillers and related equipment, monitoring performance, and working with skilled trades; a HS diploma with 3 years of related experience is required; onsite work with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and 3 years of related experience required.
• Experience with chillers, refrigeration equipment and related controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine operations and preventive maintenance on chillers, refrigeration units, plumbing components, and related equipment.
• Assists with repairs, modifications, and installations of controls and devices, including sensors, switches, meters, relays, and thermostats.
• Monitors and records equipment performance and inspection results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Valid driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Central Plant Repairer
The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Job Summary:
To assist with the basic maintenance, repair, and upkeep of central plant equipment and systems that support campus heating, cooling, and utilities.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs routine operations and preventive maintenance on chillers, refrigeration units, plumbing components, and related equipment; assists with repairs, modifications, and installations of associated controls and devices, including sensors, switches, meters, relays, and thermostats.
• Assists skilled trades in performing routine operations and preventive maintenance on chillers, refrigeration units, and related equipment. Tasks may include inspecting motor windings, testing amperage draws, changing oil, lubricating motors and pumps, pressure testing systems, and inspecting or replacing gears, bearings, and fasteners. May help prepare equipment for annual inspections, clean and recondition components such as purge drums and cooling tower louvers, and perform housekeeping duties in the Central Plant. Also monitors and maintains refrigerant, oil, and lubricants, and records equipment performance and inspection results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range: $19.80 - $25.75

High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of related experience required.

Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current guidelines include possession of a valid driver's license issued in the United States, at least 21 years of age and at least 3 years of driving experience. Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location: University

Job Category: Facilities

Organization: 112802010 Chilled Water

Employee Status: Regular

Shift: Rotation / Flexible Staffing / Multiple Shifts

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite