HVAC Mechanic

Santa Clara University; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 51,870 - 73,876; Full time

Job summary

Santa Clara University is hiring an HVAC Mechanic responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing HVAC and refrigeration equipment. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and extensive experience in HVAC systems.

The position offers a competitive pay rate of $45.64/hour and emphasizes a commitment to teamwork and customer service, with responsibilities including troubleshooting and documentation of maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• 4 years experience as a journey level HVAC or journeyman in a related trade.
• Ability to read and sketch basic diagrams.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, installs, and modifies HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoots electrical and electronic control circuits.
• Performs repair and overhaul of refrigeration equipment.

Skills

H.V.A.C. training

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Fabrication skills

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

H.V.A.C. training courses

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Position Title

HVAC Mechanic

Position Type

Regular

Hiring Range

U11, Step 1: $45.64/hour. Compensation will be based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.

Pay Frequency

Hourly

About the Department

The University Operations division is a team that is tasked with providing an exceptional campus environment to the faculty, staff, students, and visitors of SCU. We are successful as a team when we: 1. Put the needs of our customers first. 2. Constantly improve and innovate the way we conduct business. 3. Construct a positive work environment that allows our team to work together and thrive. We focus on our customers by emphasizing availability and providing professional, dependable service. We innovate and improve our business through performance analysis, leveraging technology, and employee training. Finally, we construct a positive work environment by emphasizing the importance of teamwork and communication. We expect all members of our team, new and veteran alike, to advance the ultimate goal of providing an exceptional campus environment by succeeding in these three critical areas.

Purpose of Position

Maintains, repairs, installs, and modifies a variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Electrical: troubleshoots and wires electrical, electronic and pneumatic control circuits. Reads, sketches and traces circuit schematics with test and measurement instruments.
• Mechanical: performs troubleshooting, routine and repair service, as well as overhaul of various types of refrigeration equipment and systems, air handlers, boilers, furnaces, heating and hot water systems, pumps, compressors, and all associated auxiliaries.
• Fabrication: repairs, fabricates and installs all types of piping, instrument systems, sheet metal and structural components.
• Documentation: must be able to use, follow and understand the manufacturer's maintenance and service literature, assist in ordering parts, maintain machinery history logs and follow the guidelines of a preventive maintenance and work order system. Works under general supervision. Develop and document PM requirements.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent plus H.V.A.C. training courses are required, plus four (4) years experience as a journey level HVAC or a journeyman in a related trade.
• To be qualified as a journeyman, an individual must have completed the required training through a formal apprenticeship program.
• Must be able to read and sketch basic diagrams, interpret plans and specifications.
• Preference will be given to individuals with comprehensive skills training and centrifugal chiller experience.
• Must be able to follow job related oral and written instructions in English.
• Demonstrate skilled, safe use of power and hand tools, and operate within the guidelines of the work order system.
• Preference will be given to individuals with skills training, knowledge of multiple building trades, codes and the ability to train others.
• Must be able to lift and move moderately heavy objects, up to 65 lbs. safely.
• Knowledge of applicable safety procedures and regulations required.
• Frequent kneeling and bending of the legs and back required.
• Be able to work at elevated heights such as roof tops, extension ladders, on scaffolding, etc.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license.

Union

This position is included in the SCU Maintenance bargaining unit. Union membership is a condition of employment.

Telecommute

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decision making, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University's equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX website at https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Notice of Availability

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Americans with Disabilities Act

Consistent with its obligations under the law, Santa Clara University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources ADA Team at [e-mail] or by phone at 408-554-5750. Please note: This contact information is intended for accommodation requests only. Resumes or inquiries about application status sent to this inbox will not be reviewed or forwarded. For resumes or questions regarding application status, please contact [e-mail].