HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans is looking for an HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic. The role involves installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems. Applicants must have relevant experience and EPA certification. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Fitness Center Membership

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Two years of experience or training in HVAC systems.
• Must possess EPA certification for refrigerant handling.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Operate and monitor system-wide output.
• Plan and order materials for repairs.

Skills

HVAC

Refrigeration

Maintenance

Installation

Education

EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification

Job description

LSU Health Sciences Center Division of Facility Services in New Orleans is seeking motivated applicants for the position of HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic.
The person applying must possess two years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.

Starting rate of pay is $21.05 but may be adjusted dependent upon applicants’ qualifications. There is also an additional $ Longevity Pay for hours worked only.

Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• maintains, inspects, and repairs heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and components including compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service valves, thermostats, coils, and drive assemblies
• maintains and repairs electrical wiring for motors, controls and other electrical circuits relative to heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment
• operates, monitors and controls system-wide output
• may serve as sole operator on an assigned shift (evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays) during campus emergencies and/or staffing shortages
• checks all equipment for proper fluid levels and operation before using
• plan, price, and order materials necessary for repairs using proper facility purchasing rules/regulations

NECESSARYSPECIALREQUIREMENT: As of November 14, 1994, employees must possess the appropriate EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification for technicians (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990).

Please list all relevant work experience in the Employment History section of your application answering all questions in this section, failing to do so will disqualify your application. Experience not listed will not be considered when determining the offering rate. Resume’s are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans – Benefits Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits

• This is a Civil Service Position. This position does not require applicants to take a Civil Service test.
• Pre-employment Drug testing and Criminal Background check are required.
• This position will require selected applicant to be in a probationary status for at least 6 months.

To apply to this posting, click on the following link: https://lsuhsc.peopleadmin.com/postings/19337

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Timethia Brown HR Specialist
LSU Health Sciences Center
HR Management Department
504.568.4835

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer ( SAME ) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( [e-mail] ). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.Function of Work:
To provide skilled installation, maintenance, and repair on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration units in large office buildings, hospitals, and multi-building complexes.

Level of Work:
Experienced.

Supervision Received:
General from a HVAC/Refrigeration Foreman or maintenance supervisor of higher grade.

Supervision Exercised:
None.

Location of Work:
May be used by all state agencies.

Job Distinctions:
Differs from Trades Apprentice by presence of journeyman level duties.

Differs from HVAC/Refrigeration Master Mechanic by lack of responsibility for major overhaul and modification of complex large tonnage, high horsepower centrifugal chillers, and other advanced HVAC/Refrigeration systems.
Repairs and maintains heating, ventilating, air conditioning, andrefrigeration equipment in buildings or complexes requiring total HVAC capacity of 20 tons or more.

Performs preventive maintenance duties on motors: adding coolant, adjusting controls, changing filters, etc.

Recharges air conditioning systems with proper amount of lubricant or refrigerant.

Overhauls and repairs pumps, motors, control systems, piping, and other equipment used in refrigerating and air conditioning systems.

Reports temperatures produced by machines and makes necessary adjustments to produce desired temperatures.

Installs, replaces, adjusts, and calibrates major components of refrigeration units: compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service valves, thermostats, coils, and drive assemblies.

Maintains records, log sheets, inventory, etc.

Services equipment with lubricants and chemicals.