Master Trades Specialist (AQT)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Master Trades Specialist (AQT) to perform HVAC repair and installation across a university campus.

The role focuses on ensuring HVAC and refrigeration systems operate reliably, with a 40-hour work week on a 4-day schedule (5:00 am–3:30 pm, Sunday to Wednesday). Requires nine months of skilled-trade training plus three years of experience, a valid driver's license, and EPA Universal Certification for AQT positions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment.
• Experience in repair or installation in university facilities.
• Knowledge of safety and operating procedures for HVAC equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews job orders and blueprints; inspects site and determines best method to complete project.
• Estimates materials needed and arranges for them to be at the job site.
• Performs complex repair or installation on university facilities and property using specialized training in a skilled trade.
• Assists outside contractors and crafts-people as needed.
• Maintains tools, equipment and work area in clean, orderly condition.
• May prepare paperwork and maintain files.

Job description

Job Title

Master Trades Specialist (AQT)

Department

Maintenance Group 4

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

26.4

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Performs moderately complex repair or construction of universityfacilities or property which require specialized training in theHVAC trade. Position performs the installation, maintenance, repairand troubleshooting of heating, ventilation, air conditioning(HVAC) and refrigeration components, equipment and systems for aUniversity campus consisting of approximately 200 buildings.Position's primary purpose is ensuring that all HVAC andrefrigeration systems and auxiliary equipment are in good workingorder and that any repairs are completed promptly and properly.Hours for this 4-day, 10-hour position are Sunday throughWednesday, 5:00 am-3:30 pm.

Job Description

Essential Duties

• Reviews job orders and blueprints or drawings; inspects siteand consults with client; determines best method to completeproject
• Estimates amount of materials and equipment needed to completeproject; arranges for materials to be at job site
• Performs complex repair or installation on Universityfacilities and property using expertise acquired throughspecialized training in a skilled trade
• Assists outside contractors as needed; assists crafts-personsfrom other trades as needed
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment; maintains work areain a clean and orderly manner
• May prepare some paperwork; may maintain files

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires nine months training beyond high school in a skilledtrade and three years of experience in that trade, or an equivalentcombination of education and experience
• Driver's license required
• For AQT positions EPA Universal Certification required

Preferred Knowledge‚ Skills‚ and Abilities

• Knowledge of the procedures and equipment of HVAC systems
• Knowledge of refrigeration equipment maintenance andrepair

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Working Conditions

Frequent standing and walking with some climbing and lifting ofmaterials weighing 50 to 75 pounds. Frequent operation ofequipment. Somewhat unpleasant working conditions. Some exposure toseveral unpleasant elements which are particularly disagreeable.Some element of personal risk and exposure to accidents.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke-and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

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