HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic Foreman

LSU Health New Orleans Division of Facility Services is seeking highly skilled applicants for the position of HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic Foreman. This is work overseeing work by three HVAC/refrigeration mechanics, one operating engineer masters, two electricians, a plumber/pipefitter, a maintenance repairer 1/2 and contractors. Responsible for coordinating and supervising highly skilled work related to the preventive maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment.

Demonstrates a strong focus on the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC/R) systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Thank you for your interest in a career at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans. We appreciate your interest in joining our LSU Health New Orleans community. As a campus of Louisiana State University, LSU Health New Orleans offers excellent benefits including health care and retirement plans, and generous sick and vacation leave.

LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management HRMADA.

Four years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

• Supervises/trains HVAC/refrigeration mechanics, operating engineer masters, electricians, a plumber/ pipefitter and a maintenance repairer 1/2
• Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operational upkeep of buildings and facilities including HVAC/R systems
• Diagnoses equipment issues, completes repairs, coordinates with vendors as needed
• Maintains compliance with applicable safety and operational standards
• Supervises and assists with (as needed) scheduled periodic preventive maintenance work
• Prepares and submits work orders for repair work and completes close out documentation of the preventive maintenance work orders
  Follows up on contract work from beginning to end
• Payroll time sheets; b) leave requests; c) discipline; d) counseling for both outstanding and poor job performance; e) performance reviews
• Equipment operation and maintenance
  Takes immediate action to personally stop unsafe acts if delay to inform supervisor may allow accident to occur
• Work orders; b) plan, price, and order materials; c) campus maintenance emergencies

No Civil Service Test Required.

Pre-employment Drug testing, Physical, and Criminal Background check are required.

Compensation: The starting rate of pay is $25.79 per hour and the 1st Quartile rate of pay is $30.95 with an additional $1 Longevity Pay for hours worked only. Rate of pay may be adjusted dependent upon applicants’ experience and qualifications.

Location:1901 Perdido St. New Orleans LA 70112

Hours of Operation:8:00 am
-4:30 pm

Appointment Type:Probational. This position will require selected applicant to be in a probationary status for at least 6 months.

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans – Benefits

Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage:
Additional Benefits

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Timethia Brown HR Specialist LSU Health Sciences Center HR Management Department