General Maintenance Mechanic II Lead

Marshall University; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University is seeking a master-level HVAC technician to oversee installation and maintenance of HVAC systems across campus facilities. This role requires expert knowledge in HVAC, commercial refrigeration, and a variety of maintenance tasks to ensure safety and comfort in residence halls and cafeterias.

Qualifications

• Expertise in commercial HVAC systems and troubleshooting required.
• Knowledge of commercial refrigeration and related mechanical systems.
• Ability to work with plumbing and electrical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform HVAC installation and maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Supervise and coordinate maintenance staff and project tasks.
• Ensure safety and operational readiness of tools and work areas.

Skills

HVAC

Troubleshooting

Commercial Refrigeration

Plumbing

Electrical

Job description

Work with a crew of general maintenance, campus maintenance specialists, and other assigned personnel while performing both installation of new equipment and general maintenance of existing facilities utilizing master level HVAC skills.

This position is responsible for the full range of work involved in the inspection, adjustment, testing, troubleshooting, cleaning, general repair and new installation of equipment work associated with preventative maintenance and repair of the mechanical equipment, and food service systems of Housing and Residence Life residence halls and cafeterias.

Qualified candidates must possess a great deal of knowledge in commercial refrigeration, and commercial HVAC. Commercial food service equipment, plumbing and electrical is a plus. The incumbent maybe required to work outside the HVAC field to help assist in the completion of projects in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry to insure the safety and comfort of the residence staying on campus.

Required to work overtime, holidays, and perform a call out rotation at the discretion of the supervisor. Advance notice of overtime and holidays is given when possible.

• Organize, assign and coordinate the technical maintenance work installation services rendered by skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled workers assigned to a multi-trade work team.
• Performs master level work in the assigned trade (HVAC): troubleshoots problems and performs maintenance and repairs. Also has experience and understanding of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Supervises and trains assigned personnel; assigns specific tasks and evaluates results.
• Participates in performance evaluations in coordination with the Assistant Director of Facilities and recommends areas for individual training and development.
• Inspects completed job assignments for adherence to trade standards.
• Prepares estimates of time, labor and materials.
• Ensures that assigned projects adhere to time and cost estimates.
• Monitors work on site and notifies supervisor of problems, scheduling or deadline issues.
• Prepares requisitions and obtains materials needed to complete assigned projects and work orders. Ensures cost effective use of material allocated.
• Operates standard equipment including power and hand tools.
• Ensures operational readiness and safety of work areas, tools, and equipment; conducts routine inspections; performs routine repairs and maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Troubleshoots air conditioners, chillers, Boilers, DDC controls, air handlers, ptacs, and commercial kitchen equipment with various problems.
• Check calibration and operation of equipment.
• Replaces compressors, recover refrigerant according to EPA Guidelines and keep refrigerant logs current.
• Maintain boilers, chillers, and accessories such as pumps, motors, seals, air handlers, bearings, and filters in an operational standard.
• Installs new units that may require design system changes during installation.
• Fabricate and install ductwork and auxiliary drains.
• Repair or replace exhaust systems and controls.
• Work in hazardous conditions and around hazardous materials.
• Responsible for the periodic checks of filters, motors, belts, coils, air handlers, equipment rooms, and unit drains for correct operation and cleanliness.
• Personal contact with supervisors and subordinated is required.
• Communication is used to determine what the problem might be and where it is located.
• Assisting other shops in daily repairs and projects.
• All other duties assigned.

About the company

42046 Marshall University is a public research university in Huntington, West Virginia.

Notice

Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at [e-mail] or 407-000-0000.

Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.

An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at [e-mail] or 407-000-0000.