HVAC/REFRIGERATION MECHANIC FOREMAN

LSU; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU in New Orleans is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee HVAC/refrigeration mechanics, an operating engineer, electricians, plumber/pipefitter, and maintenance staff. You will coordinate preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, and ensure reliable building systems across campus facilities.

The role requires strong leadership, blueprints interpretation, and execution of repairs with safety as a priority.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general maintenance trades techniques, methods and procedures.
• HVAC/Refrigeration; HVAC and refrigeration systems maintenance and repair.
• Ability to direct employees to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to read and clearly understand blueprints.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and within extreme temperature ranges.

Responsibilities

• Supervises/trains HVAC/refrigeration mechanics, operating engineer masters, electricians, a plumber/ pipefitter and a maintenance repairer 1/2
• Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operational upkeep of buildings and facilities including HVAC/R systems
• Diagnoses equipment issues, completes repairs, coordinates with vendors as needed
• Maintains compliance with applicable safety and operational standards
• Supervises and assists with scheduled preventive maintenance work
• Prepares and submits work orders for repair work and completes close out documentation of the preventive maintenance work orders
• Follows up on contract work from beginning to end
• Payroll time sheets; leave requests; discipline; counseling; performance reviews
• Equipment operation and maintenance
• Takes immediate action to stop unsafe acts and report to supervisor

Skills

HVAC/Refrigeration

Blueprint reading

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Tool use

English communication

Physical stamina

Vendor coordination

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

This is work overseeing work by three HVAC/refrigeration mechanics, one operating engineer masters, two electricians, a plumber/pipefitter, a maintenance repairer 1/2 and contractors. Responsible for coordinating and supervising highly skilled work related to the preventive maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment. Demonstrates a strong focus on the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

• This position is considered an essential personnel position and must be available to respond to campus emergencies after hours and during campus closures.
• The employee may be assigned to the emergency team that remains on campus and or evacuates to an off-site location during emergency events.
• This position may be placed on the On-Call rotation.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of general maintenance trades techniques, methods and procedures.
• Skill in performing general maintenance trades functions.
• Skill in HVAC/Refrigeration; HVAC and refrigeration systems maintenance and repair.
• Ability to complete general maintenance trades duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to direct employees to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools and equipment properly.
• Ability to read and clearly understand blueprints.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to carry, erect, climb, and maneuver on ladders and/or scaffolds; work in tight and awkward spaces; work off of roofs, cat walks, and other elevated areas.
• Ability to carry or otherwise move loads of 50 pounds or more (pipe, wire, tool boxes, etc.).
• Ability to understand and apply University rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather and within extreme temperature ranges.
• Visual ability, corrected, to observe people and/or vehicles moving through the work area in order to redirect work or equipment to avoid injuries to the people or damage to the vehicles.
• Ability to communicate information effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to

• Supervises/trains HVAC/refrigeration mechanics, operating engineer masters, electricians, a plumber/ pipefitter and a maintenance repairer 1/2
• Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operational upkeep of buildings and facilities including HVAC/R systems
• Diagnoses equipment issues, completes repairs, coordinates with vendors as needed
• Maintains compliance with applicable safety and operational standards
• Supervises and assists with (as needed) scheduled periodic preventive maintenance work
• Prepares and submits work orders for repair work and completes close out documentation of the preventive maintenance work orders
• Follows up on contract work from beginning to end
• Payroll time sheets; b) leave requests; c) discipline; d) counseling for both outstanding and poor job performance; e) performance reviews
• Equipment operation and maintenance
• Takes immediate action to personally stop unsafe acts if delay to inform supervisor may allow accident to occur
• Work orders; b) plan, price, and order materials; c) campus maintenance emergencies