Hvac​/Refrigeration Mechanic

HVAC/REFRIGERATION MECHANIC Position Summary

This is a skilled technical work at the journeyman level involving operating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing building HVAC systems and components including but not limited to chillers, air handlers, terminal units, water coils, pumps, valves, motor starters and other related equipment. (Systems are primarily central air handling type with hydronic heating and cooling units)

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, formal training programs, or on-the-job training. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigeration, air‑conditioning, heating or related equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to work from blueprints and sketches.
• Ability to understand and apply standard trade practices in performing work.
• Ability to use refrigerant handling equipment and, if not already, become certified to do so.

• Lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, working over head, climbing stairs, using regular and/or extended ladders throughout an 8‑hour work shift.
• Lift up to 75 lbs during a work shift.

• Operate, troubleshoot, repair and install building HVAC systems – 60%
• Perform preventive maintenance of HVAC equipment – 15%
• Perform building equipment checks and inspections – 10%
• Interact with customers via phone and in person to coordinate work – 5%
• Prepare work related documents (work orders, vouchers, reports, purchase request, etc.) – 5%
• Other duties as required and assigned by supervisors – 5%

• Driving responsibility:
  Yes
• Position of Trust:
  Yes
• Operation, access, or control of financial resources:
  No
• P‑Card requirement:
  No
• Direct interaction with children under 18 or patient care:
  No
• Security Access:
  Yes

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).