HVAC Facility Technician: Mechanical Trades

Appalachian State University; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian State University seeks a Facility Maintenance Technician with a focus on Mechanical Trades (HVAC). The role is responsible for repair and maintenance of heating and cooling systems in an assigned zone, using electrical test devices to troubleshoot control circuits, and assisting with projects across 18 residence halls.

The position requires high school graduation, strong trade skills, and the ability to work with internal/external clients.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Trainee/Apprenticeship: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. After successful completion of a one year apprenticeship in the assigned trade(s), the position can be updated to the Contributing Level.

Responsibilities

• Independently overhaul small reciprocal compressors.
• Check accuracy and calibrate electrical, pneumatic, electrical and electronic control systems.
• Troubleshoot control circuits and replace faulty thermostats, wiring, and control devices.
• Perform preventive maintenance on air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation and exhaust equipment.
• Adjust and balance air distribution systems to achieve function desired and maximum energy efficiency.
• Check all operating characteristics of chillers, cooling towers, air handling units and associated HVAC equipment for efficient operation while maintaining temperature and humidity control in the assigned buildings according to present schedules/set points.
• Install HVAC units, wire controls, and fabricate and install ductwork and associated piping.Remove and replace controlling valves, joints, or lengths of pipe for heating/chilled water, and steam distribution systems.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electrical test devices

Job description

Appalachian State University seeks a Facility Maintenance Technician with a focus on Mechanical Trades (HVAC). The role is responsible for repair and maintenance of heating and cooling systems in an assigned zone, using electrical test devices to troubleshoot control circuits, and assisting with projects across 18 residence halls.

The position requires high school graduation, strong trade skills, and the ability to work with internal/external clients.