HVAC PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (2)

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); Vor Ort; USD 29.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an HVAC PM Mechanic to support Campus Maintenance. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, repairs, and operation of HVAC/R equipment to ensure a safe, comfortable campus environment.

The technician will read plans, work with other trades, and respond to service requests, while ensuring compliance with EPA refrigerant rules and safety standards. This is a day shift on campus.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate from an accredited Technical School of HVAC and four years of related experience.
• EPA Section 608 Technician Type I/II/III certification required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; clean driving record.

Aufgaben

• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC/R equipment including boilers, chillers, DX units, VAVs, and pumps.
• Operates and maintains building automation and control systems.
• Reads blueprints and specifications; coordinates with electricians, plumbers, and other trades.
• Responds to routine and emergency maintenance requests from occupants.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mechanical troubleshooting

HVAC controls

Pneumatic controls

Electrical controls

Handheld device usage

Ausbildung

Technical HVAC school

Jobbeschreibung

HVAC PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (T239428)

Description

HVAC PM Mechanic – Campus Maintenance

The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

Join UAB Campus Maintenance as an HVAC PM Mechanic and help keep our campus running smoothly. In this position, you will perform preventive maintenance, support daily operations, and ensure a safe, comfortable environment for the UAB community. If you are a skilled technician looking to make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

Position Summary

Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment and monitors building automation and HVAC controls. Reads, understands, and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturers operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and special equipment, building structures and finishes. May be called upon to assist other maintenance personnel in completion of work tasks including but limited to electricians, plumbers, maintenance technicians, sheet metal workers, etc. May be called upon to assist other maintenance personnel in the completion of their work to include Electricians, Plumbers, Maintenance Technicians, Sheet Metal Workers, and others. Responds to requests for routine and emergency maintenance and service from building occupants.

Essential Accountabilities

• All the duties and responsibilities assigned to the position of General Mechanic.
• Operates, adjusts, installs, and maintains computerized energy management and control systems for electronic, direct digital and pneumatic control systems for HVAC equipment, chillers, boilers, and other similar types of equipment.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on steam, gas, electric and hot water heating systems, VAV boxes, pumps, packaged air conditioning units, DX Units, heat pumps, reheat units, air handling units, boilers, cooling towers, chillers, hot water converters, control valves and dampers, air compressors, room T-Stats, air ducts, condenser and evaporator coils, and other similar type equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance, repairs, modifications, replacements, and installations of refrigeration equipment to include chillers, packaged air conditioning units, freezers, air dryers and dehumidifying equipment, ice machines, coolers, water coolers, and other similar equipment.
• Measures, calculating, balances and adjusts CFM readings for air handling systems.
• Operates, adjusts, installs, and maintains computerized energy management and control systems for electronic, direct digital and pneumatic control systems for HVAC equipment, chillers, boilers, and other similar types of equipment. Operates, adjusts, calibrates, and maintains automatic temperature controls, controllers, variable speed motor drives, variable inlet vanes, valve and damper actuators, pneumatic and electronic control systems, boiler fire control systems, and other similar types of equipment.
• Utilizes CFCs and HCFC’s refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment, maintains records, and performs all service and maintenance repairs in accordance with current EPA regulations. Performs the duties and responsibilities of other positions within the Facilities Division as skills and experiences permit.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Pay Range

$20.80 - $30.28 (Commensurate with experience & qualifications)

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm (subject to change to meet the needs of the department and University).

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited Technical School of HVAC and four (4) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirements. Incomplete job profiles will not be processed. Please be certain to showcase depth and breadth of experience, as related to the needs of this job announcement.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

Currently certified with a Section 608 Technician Type I, II, or III Certification from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) required.

Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Minimum age of 21
• At least three years of driving experience
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to operate handheld devices for work orders.
• Candidate must demonstrate verifiable skills in the following:
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Mathematics and communication trades
• HVAC mechanics
• Refrigeration cycle
• Pneumatic, electronic, and electric HVAC controls
• Temperature and humidity relationships

Physical Requirements

• Lifting and carrying at least 50 lbs.
• Climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolding; working at heights above 30 feet
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances
• Working in confined spaces
• Working in extreme temperature environments

About UAB

For more information about UAB Facilities, please visit: http://www.uab.edu/facilities/

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Facilities

Organization

112302000 Campus Maintenance

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement

Onsite