HVAC Mechanic IV

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida in Gainesville seeks an experienced HVAC Mechanic IV to install, repair, and maintain pneumatic and electric HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including controls and field devices. You will oversee preventive maintenance, troubleshoot VAV controllers, thermostats, and VFD networks, and mentor junior technicians.

A valid Florida EPA Universal Refrigerant Recovery certification, NCCER Core and related verifications are required, along with a Florida Class E license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of 4 years of an HVAC apprenticeship program, or four years of relevant HVAC experience.
• Pass NCCER Core within 6 months and NCCER Knowledge Verification and NCCER HVAC Performance Verification within 6 months.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Recovery certification required prior to hire.
• Florida Class E non-commercial driver license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, repair, and maintain HVAC/refrigeration equipment.
• Troubleshoot field devices, controllers, and networked components.
• Mentor lower level technicians and lead projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting HVAC devices

Modern tooling

Soldering piping

Refrigerant recovery

Education

HVAC apprenticeship

Equivalent experience

Tools

NCCER Core

NCCER Knowledge Verification

NCCER HVAC Performance Verification

EPA Universal Refrigerant Recovery

Job description

Job Description

Install, operate, repair, and preventively maintain pneumatic/electric digital air conditioning (A/C) and refrigeration equipment. Service and refurbish all types of A/C and refrigeration equipment, including controls systems that are connected directly to, and operate, field devices. Troubleshoot field-connected devices (including unitary controllers, variable air volume (VAV) controllers, electronic and pneumatic thermostats, and control programs related to field devices operating HVAC equipment (such as variable frequency drives (VFD) with network computers; and shutdown/restart equipment controlled by these devices). Repair or replace valves, piping, thermostats, dampers, grills, turning vanes, motors, belts, and controls. Troubleshoot equipment following the proper control sequence of operation. Overhaul compressors, condensers, and other equipment. Recharge and recover refrigerants in refrigeration systems. Balance HVAC systems. Perform and oversee HVAC construction projects and departmental jobs utilizing blue prints and schematics.

Mentor and train lower level technicians. Begin and complete NCCER Core Curriculum (if not already completed).

Enter maintenance data via the work order system for work requests (WR) and time. Maintain EPA Refrigerant Recovery Journal. Provide support services to other trades (e.g., properly route or phase WR) as may be required for the timely and efficient repair of buildings and/or equipment.

Perform lead mechanic duties and lead all levels of HVAC mechanics on projects.

Initiate purchases of materials and parts used for repairs Clean and maintain shop, work areas, and personal equipment.

Drives a state vehicle that requires a valid driver license.

EPA Refrigerant Recovery Universal Certification

A criminal background and post-offer health assessment will be conducted.

Normal Work Schedule: - Schedule: M-F 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

• Emergency work (as needed)
• Swing shift/on-call/standby (as required)
• Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy

Expected Salary

$23.00- $25.70 Hourly based on experience.

Classification Title

HVAC Mechanic IV

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of 4 years (or equivalent) of an HVAC apprenticeship program, or four (4) years of appropriate experience in HVAC related work; appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience

Licensure and Certification

• Currently Certified/ Licensed in HVAC trade or Associate’s Degree in HVAC plus 2 years relevant experience in trade or pass NCCER Knowledge Verification and NCCER HVAC Performance Verification within 6 months
• Pass trade specific Critical Task Assessment within 6 months.
• Complete NCCER Core within 6 months
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Refrigerant Recovery certification (prior to hire)
• Valid Florida Class E non-commercial driver license

Experience

Preferred Qualifications: 6 Years field experience

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the most modern and improved materials and techniques (to insure the most professional and cost-effective HVAC as possible)
• Demonstrable working knowledge of blueprints and schematic drawings
• Knowledge of/familiarity with control systems

Skills

• Skilled in troubleshooting pneumatic and electric/digital devices related to refrigeration and A/C equipment
• Skilled in using normal and up-to-date equipment and materials
• Skilled in soldering refrigerant and water piping/tubing
• Skilled in recovering refrigerant

Abilities

• Ability to follow established safety practices and procedures
• Demonstrable ability to recognize the proper materials/equipment needed for a specific job and make necessary changes
• Demonstrable ability to read a service request
• Ability to read work requests
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment following the proper control sequence of operation

Health Assessment Required

Yes