HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic | N01211

Slippery Rock University; Slippery Rock (Butler County); On-site; USD 36,616 - 44,753; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and other

Tuition benefits

Paid time off

Employer-paid life insurance

Job summary

Slippery Rock University is seeking a HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic to perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on HVAC and refrigeration systems on main campus. You will respond to work orders, troubleshoot, and adjust equipment to maintain optimal operation.

The role requires adherence to safety standards and collaboration with Facilities Operations staff. Two years of HVAC/refrigeration experience, or a related training path, plus the ability to work variable shifts

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems.
• Completion of a three-year Vo-Tech training program in refrigeration, HVAC, or building automation with six months experience.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training including one year in HVAC or refrigeration equipment.
• Successful campus interview and criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, including changing air filters and cleaning coils, condensers, and evaporators.
• Maintenance on furnaces, boilers, and unit heaters; check for leaks and clean filters and strainers.
• Inspect, clean, lubricate, and maintain compressors, air stations, dryers, traps, valves, pumps, fans, and motors.
• Service, maintain, and repair air handling equipment for single and multiple zones.
• Read blueprints and use BAS to perform maintenance tasks.
• Respond to corrective maintenance work orders and troubleshoot equipment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Building automation systems

Education

Three-year Vo-Tech training in refrigeration/HVAC/building automation

Associates degree in HVAC&R

Job description

HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic | N01211

Possible duplicate application instructions removed.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide three professional references in the application form.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Full consideration for applications received by October 3, 2025.

Benefits:

• The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:
• Medical, prescription drug, and supplemental benefits.
• Generous retirement plans, two options:
• Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)
• State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS)
• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off (holidays, sick leave, annual leave, personal leave).
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.
• *Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit.

Posting Number

Posting Number N01211

Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title HVAC Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic | N01211

Employee Group

Employee Group Staff

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit AFSCME

Location

Location Main Campus

Department

Department Zone 2

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $40,685

Employment Type

Employment Type Regular FT

Work Schedule

During probationary period, position will work M-F, 8:00 am-4:00 pm. After probationary period, position may be required to work M-F, 4 pm-12 am during the Fall/Spring semesters and M-F, 8:00 am-4:00 pm during the summer.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

An employee in this role performs routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on HVAC and refrigeration system components. Work involves responding to corrective maintenance work order requests, troubleshooting, and performing adjustments to equipment to resolve equipment deficencies. Work performed ncludes inspecting, replacing(cleaning) faulty or worn parts, such as compressors, condensers, expansion valves, thermostats, coils, filters, testing equipment functionality upon completion. Work may also include assisting a higher-level trades person or supervisor with more complex maintenance projets, installations, or repairs. Work is performed independently and is inspected upon completion for quality and timeliness of repair by Facility Operations Supervisor and/or Director/Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, including changing air filters; cleaning coils, condensers, and evaporators; and greasing bearings, pumps, and motors.
• Preventative maintenance on furnaces, boilers, and unit heaters, including checking for leaks in oil lines & gas lines, cleaning filters and strainers in oil lines, and cleaning burner assemblies.
• Preventive maintenance on actuators, louvers, and various pneumatic and electrical controls by using a vibration meter and recording measurements; and aligns and adjusts new belts and coupling drive.
• Provide initial response, review, and prescribed adjustment to equipment to resolve equipment maintenance issues including making visual, audible, and mechanical checks for the correct temperature; proper operation of the refrigeration cycle; adequate oil levels; unusual noises; overheated bearings; loose connections; faulty insulation; frayed or loose belts, gaskets, and pulleys; and other similar defects.
• Recover and reclaim refrigerants for disposal in accordance with federal Environmental Protection Agency rules and regulations.
• Inspect, clean, lubricate, and perform preventive maintenance on air compressors, air stations, refrigerated air dryers, air and steam traps, filters, relief valves, expansion tanks, pumps, fans and motors, and other related components.
• Service, maintain, and perform routine repairs on air handling equipment, such as univents, fan coil units, exhaust fans, make-up air fans, unit heaters, and air handling units for single and multiple zones.
• Install basic ventilation or air conditioning units, such as comfort coolers, window units, split systems, and other similar equipment.
• Use manufacturers’ manuals and instructions and equipment schematics to accomplish servicing, preventative maintenance, and routine repairs.
• Demonstrate maintenance tasks and procedures to trainees or other employees.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems related to air flow, refrigerant flow, electrical failures of motors, and electrical circuits in process-cooling equipment.
• Read blueprints to identify components and locate equipment.
• Access, navigate, and monitor building automation system ( BAS ) necessary to perform maintenance duties.
• Participate in the performance of other trades’ tasks consistent with operational and organizational requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems, units, and equipment; or completion of a three-year Vo-Tech training program in refrigeration, HVAC , or building automation and six months experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems, related digitally controlled equipment, or BA systems; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration equipment.

A successful campus interview and passing a criminal background check required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with diverse populations preferred.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/12/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Chief Human Resources Officer

008 Old Main Building

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

724.738.2070

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Posting Specific Questions

• * Do you have two years of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems, units and equipment?
  • YES
  • NO
• * Do you have completion of a three-year Vo-Tech training program in refrigeration, HVAC or building automation and six months experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration systems, related digitally controlled equipment, or building automation systems?
  • YES
  • NO
• * Do you have an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of experience in the maintenance, repair, or installation of HVAC or refrigeration equipment?
  • YES
  • NO
• * Do you possess a valid and current driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you able to work nights, weekends and/or holidays?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you willing to work overtime?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have CFC refrigerant recovery and transition certification as mandated by the EPA? This is required to recover, purchase and handle refrigerants.
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you answered YES to the above question, please select what level of CFC certification you hold
  • Type 1
  • Type 2
  • Type 3
  • Universal
• * Do you have an associates degree in HVAC&R?
  • Yes
  • No