Facility Operations Assistant 1, HVAC

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo's Facilities department seeks a Facility Operations Assistant 1 to support routine maintenance and operations of campus HVAC systems. This on-site role reports to the HVAC team and offers hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical equipment.

You will assist with preventive maintenance, learn operating procedures, and participate in in-service training to ensure reliable campus climate control.

Qualifications

• Assist in routine maintenance of equipment.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment, steam, gas and water lines, and other related heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment.
• In accordance with instructions, carry out proactive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including tasks such as lubricating machinery, replacing belts, replacing filters, and cleaning equipment.
• Follow specific directions to learn operating procedures for the various HVAC equipment on Campus.
• Participate in in-service training courses and on-the-job instruction relative to HVAC operation and engineering.
• Clean parts, equipment, equipment areas, and painting of HVAC equipment and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine maintenance of equipment.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment and related lines as directed.
• Carry out preventive maintenance in boiler, chiller, pump, AHU and other mechanical rooms.
• Learn operating procedures for campus HVAC equipment.
• Participate in in-service training and on-the-job instruction for HVAC operation.
• Clean parts, equipment, areas, and paint HVAC equipment.

Job description

The Facilities department at the University at Buffalo invites applications for our Facility Operations Assistant 1 position in the HVAC department.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Assist in routine maintenance of equipment.
• Perform specific tasks as directed in performing maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment, steam, gas and water lines, and other related heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment.
• In accordance with instructions, carry out proactive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including tasks such as lubricating machinery, replacing belts, replacing filters, and cleaning equipment. Additionally, perform other preventive maintenance duties within the boiler, chiller, pump, AHU and other mechanical equipment rooms.
• Follow specific directions to learn operating procedures for the various HVAC equipment on Campus.
• Participate in in-service training courses and on-the-job instruction relative to HVAC operation and engineering.
• Clean parts, equipment, equipment areas, and painting of HVAC equipment and related areas.

Learn More

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.