HVAC Controls Mechanic

Columbia University Irving Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,957 - 63,686; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious medical center in New York is seeking an experienced HVAC Controls Mechanic. This role involves performing preventive maintenance, operations, and repairs on various HVAC equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and substantial HVAC experience along with a strong ability to troubleshoot and perform repairs independently. Interested applicants should be prepared to work overtime and respond to emergencies as necessary.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of two years technical training in HVAC field.
• Two years of experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of control systems.
• A total of six years of experience in HVAC required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on HVAC systems.
• Repair and replace various HVAC components without supervision.
• Respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis and work overtime as needed.

Skills

Repair and maintenance of various types of pumps

Troubleshooting HVAC systems

Ability to work independently

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Four years trade school or equivalent experience

Tools

Standard machine shop tools

Job description

Job Details

• Standard Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Job Type: Support Staff - Union
• Bargaining Unit: TWU - B&G
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Salary Range: $36.99 - $46.23

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The HVAC Controls Mechanic performs operations as required by job work order and/or blueprint or diagram in preventive maintenance, operation, and repair to various types of boiler and refrigeration plant equipment used in building heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Must be experienced in repair and maintenance of all types of pumps (centrifugal, rotary, positive displacement, submersible, turbine, and reciprocating), handling water, condensate, and steam.
• Shall be capable of repairing or replacing bearings, bushings, impellers, shafts, couplings, packing, drive belts, and sheaves without direct supervision.
• Shall be able to repair or fabricate parts using standard machine shop tools.
• Shall be able to troubleshoot, service, and perform preventive maintenance on fans, all types of pneumatic and electro‑pneumatic building systems computer control interfaces.
• In accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement, may be required to respond to emergencies on a 24‑hour basis and work overtime.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Four years trade school required or equivalent in combination of education and experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Other Requirements

• Must have a minimum of two years technical training in HVAC field and two years of experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of all control systems. A total of six years of experience in HVAC required.

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