HVAC Helper

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston is seeking an entry-level Preventive Maintenance assistant to support repair and upkeep of HVAC, ventilation, and refrigeration systems in university buildings.

No prior experience is required; a high school diploma or GED is accepted. Responsibilities include gathering tools, assisting with lifting, routine maintenance tasks, and keeping work areas and tools in good condition. All positions are security sensitive and may require a background check.

Qualifications

• Grammar, spelling, punctuation basics; basic math (percentages, ratios).
• Education verification will be conducted upon accepting employment offer.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Gathers tools and supplies for use at the work site.
• Assists in lifting, positioning and fastening objects; removes old equipment as required.
• Assists with routine maintenance such as cleaning units, replacing filters, rust removal and repainting, draining and filling oil reservoirs.
• Cleans up after jobs at the work site and keeps shop clean and neat.
• Maintains tools and equipment and keeps supplies and parts in order.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Grammar basics

Math basics

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Department:Preventive Maintenance Salary:Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description

Assists journey HVAC mechanic in repairing and maintaining heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems in university owned buildings. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

1. Gathers tools and supplies to be used at work site, according to instructions.

2. Assists in lifting, positioning and fastening objects and equipment; removes old equipment as required.

3. Assist in the more routine maintenance chores, such as cleaning units, filter replacement, rust removal and repainting, draining and filling oil reservoirs.

4. Cleans up after jobs at the work site and maintains shop clean and neat.

5. Assists in maintaining tools and equipment in good condition, and in keeping supplies and parts in order.

6. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

High School Diploma or GED Required

MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or GED. Education verification will be conducted upon acceptance of an employment offer.

No experience is required.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.