Licensed Mechanic - HVAC

Quinnipiac University; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking a skilled HVAC Mechanic to join their Facilities Department. This role involves performing essential maintenance and repairs on various HVAC systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and contributing to the upkeep of a beautiful campus environment. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and a chance to work within a diverse team dedicated to excellence and sustainability. If you are passionate about facilities maintenance and want to be part of a vibrant community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition remission for employees and dependents

Comprehensive benefits package

Inclusive culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed HVAC Mechanic with expertise in installation and repair.
• Requires a State of Connecticut HVAC license.

Responsibilities

• Perform installations and repairs of heating and plumbing fixtures.
• Ensure HVAC installations comply with state and local codes.

Skills

HVAC installation and repair

Plumbing skills

Knowledge of state and local codes

Emergency response skills

Education

State of Connecticut Heating and Cooling Journeyman or Contractors license

Tools

HVAC tools

Pneumatic controls and distribution equipment

Job description

Quinnipiac University's Facilities Department seeks applications for a Licensed HVAC Mechanic. This position is responsible for performing highly skilled and skilled maintenance on Quinnipiac University buildings, property, or related buildings. The employee will work under the direction of a designated supervisor.

• Please note this is a union position with a 90-day probationary hourly rate of $39.51, post probationary hourly rate is $40.67.
• The hours for this position will be Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.

About the Department

The Quinnipiac Facilities Department is responsible for the overall physical plant operations of the University which includes custodial and grounds keeping to mechanical and general repair in buildings. The Facilities Department is comprised of roughly 170 unionized employees on three campuses which span more than 750 acres and over 3.1 million square feet. We pride ourselves on preserving and enhancing the beautiful atmosphere for all students, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Installations and repairs of heating and plumbing fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment.
• Connects equipment using all necessary tools and devices.
• Installs pneumatic controls and distribution equipment such as relays and other related equipment.
• Ensures HVAC installations comply with existing state and local codes.
• Additionally, must be able to perform a variety of skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning equipment and control systems, pumps, generators, life safety systems (fire, lighting, sprinklers) motorized equipment (gasoline and electric), outdoor lighting and kitchen equipment.
• May drive trucks and perform related skilled work as required.
• Licensed mechanics are on call for emergency situations. However, licensed mechanics will remove snow during regularly scheduled shifts but will not be utilized for snow related overtime.

Qualifications:

• A State of Connecticut Heating and Cooling Journeyman or Contractors license S or D classification is required.
• The employer shall provide release time for all re-certifications of licensed personnel and shall pay all costs associated with such re-certifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume. Contact information for three references may be required at a later date.

• This position requires a successful completion of a physical demands exam as well as a pre-employment physical, drug screening test and background check.

Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission for employees and their dependents and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Advertised: October 17, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled