Mechanical Equipment Inspector - Clarkston Campus

Inside Higher Ed; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits including health and dental

Tuition assistance

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

A higher education organization is looking for a Mechanical Equipment Inspector to join their Facilities Management Services team. This role involves operating and maintaining HVAC systems, performing maintenance testing, and ensuring the effective functioning of equipment. Candidates should have HVAC experience alongside EPA certification. The organization promotes a flexible work environment with generous benefits and emphasizes professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have EPA Technician CFC/HCFC and HFC Universal certification.
• 2 years of HVAC experience or 4 years with a high school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain chillers, split systems, and pumps.
• Perform vibration analysis and maintenance testing.
• Assist in planning and scheduling preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate the work of contractors and vendors for the maintenance of equipment.
• Prepare inspection and related reports on mechanical and building equipment.
• Perform general repair work of doors and windows.
• Perform minor electrical wiring.
• Perform minor plumbing work.
• Perform general maintenance duties, such as replacing light bulbs, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Ability to work in confined spaces

Education

Technical or vocational degree

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Chillers and HVAC systems

Job description

Mechanical Equipment Inspector - Clarkston Campus

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Description

Mechanical Equipment Inspector

Facilities Management Services

Building Maintenance - Zone 06

Location: Clarkston Campus (Location subject to change)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. (Shift subject to change)

These are exciting times in the Maintenance and Operations Department. We are growing and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team.

The Maintenance and Operations Department is seeking (1) Mechanical Equipment Inspector to join the already awesome team taking the Building Maintenance Department to the next level of excellence!

What makes The Maintenance and Operations Department a Great Place?

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

Here is What You Will Do

• Operate and maintain chillers, split systems, pumps, boilers, heaters, and related equipment daily.
• Perform vibration analysis, nondestructive testing, lubricating, and other maintenance testing.
• Assist in the planning and scheduling of preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate the work of contractors and vendors for the maintenance of equipment.
• Prepare inspection and related reports on mechanical and building equipment.
• Perform general repair work of doors and windows.
• Perform minor electrical wiring.
• Perform minor plumbing work.
• Perform general maintenance duties, such as replacing light bulbs, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Technical or vocational degree and two years of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning experience (HVAC); or High school diploma or GED and four years of HVAC; or a combination of education and related experience.
• Must have the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Technician CFC/HCFC and HFC Universal certification as required by 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F, or be certified within six months of employment.

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices used in equipment installation, maintenance, repair, and operation.
• Knowledge of large chiller systems.
• Knowledge of building, mechanical, and trades areas.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve equipment failures.
• Ability to access confined spaces.

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services

Open until filled

Job Posting: 08/07/25, 9:41:01 AM