HVAC Mechanic 1 (A)

University of Miami; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami in Coral Gables seeks a maintenance aide to support skilled trades, handle tools and materials, and keep areas clean and safe. The role requires following instructions, strong communication, and a commitment to university values, with the ability to work independently when needed.

The position emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork within Facilities & Operations. On-call and shift work may be required to support the campus community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Commitment to the University's core values.

Responsibilities

• Keeps various tradesmen supplied with materials and tools.
• Assists various tradesmen by holding materials and tools.
• Cleans working area, machines and equipment.
• Performs other tasks as directed and supervised by various tradesmen.
• Observes safety rules, regulations, OSHA, and proper handling of equipment.
• Performs unskilled or semi-skilled work without supervision using independent judgement.
• Available to support emergency call-ins.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Skills

Communication

Following instructions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Commitment to values

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Keeps various tradesmen supplied with materials and tools.
• Assists various tradesmen by holding materials and tools.
• Cleans working area, machines and equipment.
• Performs other tasks as directed and supervised by various tradesmen.
• Observes safety rules, regulations, OSHA, and proper handling of equipment.
• Performs unskilled or semi-skilled work without supervision using independent judgement.
• Available to support emergency call-ins.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing: Not Applicable

Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Commitment to the University's core values.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM (specific to Coral Gables campus)

Department Specific Functions

• 1. Works in compliance with the Facilities Maintenance Program; performs the Preventive Maintenance program functions in a timely and thorough manner.
• 2. Performs coil cleaning and other HVAC maintenance, as prescribed by the lead mechanic and/or facilities manager.
• 3. Coordinates required equipment and maintenance activities for Refrigeration systems rated at 20 tons or greater.
• 4. Performs replacement and maintenance work of cooling tower fans, shafts, bearings, mechanical seals, motors, nozzles, and piping.
• 5. Installs and maintains new chilled water pumps and strainers and must be able to operate power equipment.
• 6. Drains, cleans, and winterizes cooling towers, prepares towers for startup in the spring.
• 7. Complies with all Policies and Procedures of the University of Miami. Adheres to all safety and environmental regulations.
• 8. Keeps thorough and up to date records on activities and HVAC and refrigeration. Provides all necessary maintenance and operations information on time.
• 9. Maintains and services all HVAC/refrigeration equipment and related components.
• 10. Performs preventive maintenance work on large tonnage systems.
• 11. Provides chilled water to suction side of secondary cooling pumps in all buildings.
• 12. Maintains central and outlying chilled water plant equipment, and all components of underground chilled water distribution systems.
• 13. Monitors work performed by Chiller Service Contract Vendors and contacts them as required for service calls.
• 14. Keeps to schedule and aids in the development of efficient planning.
• 15. Plans, lays out work, and special preventive maintenance tasks.
• 16. Reads and interprets sketches, diagrams, blueprints, and schematics for large tonnage refrigeration systems; studies drawings, OEM manuals and wiring diagrams of chilled water control systems.
• 17. Communicates daily using a smart phone to respond to work related routine and emergency information.
• 18. Analyses work orders, trouble reports, and verbal descriptions and takes appropriate remedial action to correct problems.
• 19. Maintains a neat and orderly work area, safeguards tools, spare parts, and equipment. Ensures shop owned equipment in proper working condition.
• 20. Inputs and works through the computerized maintenance management system.
• 21. Assures that work is performed to highest quality at the best competitive price within the agreed to timeframe.
• 22. Maintenance of Direct Digital Control (DDC) Systems and calibration of the appropriate instrumentation.
• 23. Must be able to perform on-call, shift work, respond to after hour's emergency call-in, work with other crafts and work in environments out of normal duties as needed and is a Critical Tier 1/essential employee.
• 24. Must be able to use computer to access email, receive work instructions and other administrative information to include electronic payroll forms.
• 25. Must comply with and enforce the policies and procedures of Facilities & Operations and enforces all safety rules and requirements.
• 26. Must demonstrate skill in understanding and complying with verbal and written communications in English.
• 27. Must have the ability to work in a team environment as directed by management to provide a customer-oriented service group to meet the changing needs of