HVAC Mechanic II

HVAC Mechanic II

Install, service and repair a variety of residential and commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC) equipment. Essential functions include installing, operating, servicing, and repairing light commercial heat pump/air conditioning systems and other HVAC equipment such as refrigerators, fume hoods, window units, exhaust ventilators, coolers, deep freezers and unit ventilators. Regulate and monitor air conditioning compressors, cooling tower fans, building air handling equipment for central and local stations and other related support equipment as prescribed by operating procedures.

Test air and hydronic systems to isolate problems. Adjust distribution valves and reset temperature and humidity controls for steam supplied and self contained generation systems. Perform service tasks. Install wiring and controls to connect components and controls to electrical power sources at low line voltage. Diagnose HVAC system problems using computer applications. Review mechanical blueprints, schematics, specifications, and performance data to identify and provide interpretations of system problems and performance.

Service and repair traps, flash tanks, piping, control valves, condensate pumps and meters on steam systems. Perform mechanical joining of piping through soldering, brazing and gas welding. Insulate piping and mechanical equipment and repair insulation in air duct systems. Assist with snow plowing and snow/ice removal campus-wide as required and directed. Non essential:
Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Physical/Environmental Demands Specific physical requirements or environmental exposures. Physical/Environmental Example Work involves the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined space, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pounds) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds or over) items. The work environment involves exposure to various elements such as chemicals, dust, fumes, cold, heat, noise, vibrations, or dampness, where work exposes the employee to potentially non-disabling injuries.

Duties require that work be performed in adverse weather conditions. Work may require exposure to dangerous equipment and machinery. Work usually requires use of protective clothing or gear such as earplugs, hard hats, mask, gloves, insulated clothing, boots, coats, etc.

Education Required Vocational or technical training Required Certifications/Licensures Work Experience 3 - 5 years Describe Required Experience Minimum of 3 years related experience required.

Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and holidays as required. Must be able to rotate through on-call duties, covering evenings and weekends per the on-call procedures and guidelines. Must be able to successfully complete driver's clearance process. Ability to support the mission and values of a Catholic Jesuit education, as well as University goals for institutional diversity.