HVAC Spec II (SR) - Facilities Services - UTK

University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee, Knoxville is seeking an HVAC support technician to assist the Air Conditioning Foreman and mechanics in monitoring, repair, and installation of HVAC systems across campus. You will evaluate system needs to maintain critical heating and cooling on campus and help ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, EPA refrigerant handling certification, and four years of mechanical trade experience (or equivalent vocational training).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• EPA refrigerant handling certificate is required.
• Four years of experience in a mechanical trade (vocational/technical training can substitute).
• Ability to understand standard equipment operating and handling safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist Foreman and mechanics with monitoring, repairing, and installing HVAC systems on campus.
• Monitor and correct any deficiencies in HVAC systems as directed.
• Understand the type and purpose of each system used to maintain buildings campus-wide.
• Investigate technical problems and determine solutions to maintain service.
• Instruct junior mechanics in proper protocols and repair procedures.
• Report job information to supervision including repairs, deficiencies and parts needed.
• Report unsafe practices or conditions to supervision.

Skills

Safety protocols

Mechanical knowledge

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or GED

EPA refrigerant handling certificate

Job description

Job Description

This position will assist the Air Conditioning Foreman and mechanics in the performance of assigned duties. Incumbent will provide support to other areas of Facilities services as requested. Individual will also assist in evaluating the needs of each system to maintain critical heating and cooling systems on campus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Foreman and mechanics with monitoring, repairing, and installing air conditioning and heating systems on campus.


• Monitor and correct any deficiencies in HVAC systems as directed.


• Able to understand the type and purpose of each system used to maintain the buildings and areas of the entire campus.


• Investigate technical problems and determine the best solution to maintain service to campus areas.


• Instruct junior mechanics in the proper protocols and repair procedures.


• Report job information to supervision including any repairs or deficiencies found and the parts or materials needed to correct the condition.


• Responsible for reporting job information to supervision, including system repairs, deficiencies, necessary parts or materials, and any unsafe practices or conditions.


• Report and correct any unsafe practices or condition to supervision.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Education:
  
  
  
  • High School diploma or GED
  
  
  • EPA refrigerant handling certificate
  
  
  
  


• Experience:
  
  
  
  • Four years of experience in a mechanical trade. (Four years of vocational school or technical training can substitute for experience.)
  
  
  
  


• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  
  
  
  • Ability to understand standard equipment operating and handling safety protocols
  
  
  • Needs mechanical knowledge and skills to service and repair HVAC systems and related equipment
  
  
  • Ability to maintain a good leave record
  
  
  • Ability to follow given instructions and keep records
  
  
  
  

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education:
  
  
  
  • Vocational or technical training
  
  
  
  


• Experience:
  
  
  
  • Four years of vocational school and three years in a mechanical trade.
  
  
  
  


• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  
  
  
  • Technical skills acquired in installing, servicing or repairing HVAC systems.
  
  
  
  

Work Location

• University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN Campus


• This is an onsite position

Compensation And Benefits

• UT market range: MR08


• Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here


• Find more information on UT Benefits here

About The Department

UT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utility systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxville's largest non-academic department, team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair, custodial needs, landscaping and lawncare, utility work, in-house and capital construction projects, facilities planning and design, environmental initiatives, pest control, campus event services, and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. The Facilities Services staff provides around-the-clock coverage to ensure students, staff, faculty, and fans have a consistent and positive experience every time they step foot on Rocky Top.

About Us

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee's flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy's largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as "Best Employer for New Graduates", "One of America's Best Large Employers", and "Best Workplace for Women", and has been designated as "Best Place for Working Parents" by Forbes Magazine.