HVAC Technician

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring for an HVAC Technician at the University of Delaware in Lewes. This role requires performing skilled maintenance work in HVAC systems, requiring a minimum of five years of experience and proficiency with various tools.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preventive maintenance, troubleshooting systems, and assisting others with heating and cooling needs. A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Five years of HVAC experience required.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• Experience with a variety of hand and special tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Inspect and maintain electrical equipment.
• Assist faculty and staff with heating and cooling needs.

Skills

HVAC experience

Blueprint reading

Hand tool proficiency

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school diploma

Tools

Volt meters

Airflow devices

Refrigeration gauges

Job description

University of Delaware

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members, Women, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html

Job No: 502823
Work Type: Staff
Location: Lewes, DE Campus
Categories: Facilities Services and Campus Planning, Full Time
Pay Grade: 29N
Schedule: M-F 7am - 3:30pm

Context of Job

Under general supervision, performs skilled work at the journeyman level. Inspects, maintains, adjusts and makes repairs to the complete HVAC system. The principal emphasis is on the use of skills and knowledge of both preventive and applied maintenance techniques to overcome difficult technical problems. Independent judgment is required to start and stop a number of jobs following an on-routine schedule.

Major Responsibilities

• Installs and conducts preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, air compressors, fans, air conditioning and heating equipment and other devices including refrigeration systems.
• Performs inspection maintenance and repair work on both primary distribution and emergency power systems.
• Maintains and troubleshoots electrical equipment, motors, belts, pulleys, valves, fans, condensers, evaporator coils, etc.
• Installs new electrical lights, receptacles, switches, controls, air conditioning units and ducts.
• Maintains ice machines, water baths, air pumps, chilled and heated seawater systems to include pumps, heat exchangers and cooling and heating equipment, water purification system and LP gas units.
• Inspects and tests maintenance machinery and equipment for good running operation; repairs units as needed; orders parts.
• Assists faculty, staff and students with electrical, heating and cooling requirements for research.
• Assists in scheduling preventive maintenance, keeps service records and maintains time sheets.
• Assists the maintenance team on various projects, such as carpentry, plumbing, snow removal, grounds and general maintenance.
• Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with five years' HVAC experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and construction specifications.
• Experience with a large variety of hand tools and special tools such as amp meters, voltmeters, megometers, airflow devices, refrigeration gauges, vacuum pumps and other test equipment.
• Ability to plan work projects and review work of completed job sites.
• Ability to assess problems and take corrective action.
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.

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