Utility Mechanic IV/HVAC

Loyola Marymount University; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University in Westchester, Illinois seeks a skilled HVAC Maintenance Technician. Responsibilities include maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems, ensuring safety standards, and interacting positively with the campus community. The ideal candidate has at least five years of experience, HVAC certification, and knowledge of safety codes.

This role requires working full-time Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with physical demands including lifting up to 50 lbs. Join us in providing a safe and efficient environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC equipment and controls maintenance.
• Current EPA refrigerant handling universal certification required.
• Knowledge of Fire Life Safety code and Building Life Safety code.

Responsibilities

• Maintain preventative maintenance for HVAC equipment.
• Install and troubleshoot building automatic control systems.
• Repair heating and mechanical equipment per operating manuals.

Skills

HVAC equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting and repair

Electrical knowledge

Safe working practices

Teamwork

EPA refrigerant handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

HVAC trade school certificate

Tools

Multimeters

Refrigerant charging equipment

Hand tools

Pressure testers

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Maintain preventative maintenance programs for assigned campus HVAC equipment, including air filter replacement, greasing motor bearings, changing fan belts, cleaning interior air handling unit walls and equipment, and ensuring mechanical rooms are kept orderly and safe.
2. Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair building automatic control systems for VAV boxes, actuator valves, variable frequency drives, solenoid valves, thermostatic controls, flow sensors, and other control devices, following as‑built schematic diagrams and blueprints.
3. Repair heating, air conditioning, and mechanical equipment such as heat pumps, air handlers, exhaust fans, pumps, electric and electronic components, and pneumatic control systems, adhering to all OEM and manufacturer operating manuals for maintenance and repair.
4. Adhere to all OSHA workplace safety standards, including use of ladders, lock‑out/tag‑out procedures, lifting and climbing, air‑respiration equipment, eye protection, protective coveralls, and confinement‑space requirements.
5. Maintain campus central heating and chilled‑water underground distribution valves and valve vaults throughout campus.
6. Respond to assigned work orders and perform a variety of skilled technical equipment repairs and preventive maintenance tasks while working in an organized and clean manner.
7. Maintain a positive and congenial attitude and presence when interacting with administration, managers, supervisors, faculty, fellow staff, and students.
8. Perform work on a standard eight‑hour shift and be available to assist with emergencies and routine maintenance to meet changing campus needs.
9. Represent LMU at construction project meetings, vendor job walks, professional organizations, and committees as required.
10. Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, HVAC trade school certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years proven experience in HVAC equipment and controls maintenance.
• Current EPA refrigerant handling universal certification.
• Safe working knowledge of electricity related to control component connections, motor connections, and lock‑out/tag‑out procedures.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HVAC trade tools, including multimeters, ammeters, refrigerant charging equipment, airflow hoods, pressure testers, hand tools, and power tools.
• Knowledge of Fire Life Safety code and Building Life Safety code.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Some computer skills for use of the work‑order system, email, text, and document production.
• Valid California driver’s license with a satisfactory DMV driving record.

Shift Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm.

Physical Demands

Employees must sit, stand, walk, lift, carry, push up to 50lb., stoop, kneel, reach high and low, and perform finger movement, speaking, listening, and visual tasks. Additional requirements include use of depth perception.

Work Environment

Work performed in normal indoor conditions, away from hazardous materials. Noise, temperature, and lighting are within typical workplace tolerances.

Mental Demands

Requires frequent calculation, interrupted work, multitasking, sustained concentration, use of reasoning, judgment, and resourcefulness.

EEO Statement

Loyola Marymount University is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state, and local law. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, gender identity or expression, age 40 or over, marital status, family and medical leave, or any other bases protected by law in the administration of its educational policies, scholarships, and employment practices.