HVAC Tech II Job Lynchburg area,Virginia USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

The HVAC Technician II is responsible for performing semi-skilled work involving the routine installation, adjustment, operation,repair, and maintenance of building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and refrigeration equipment. Will alsobe responsible for performing these duties on a variety of residential and commercial HVAC systems on and off campus facilities. This includes operations of a central heating plant utilizing steam and/or hot water for tempering or heating building,and a central chilled water plant to provide cooling to all buildings.

As well as performing preventative maintenance,servicing, overhauling, and maintaining small package units orlarge central units and determining equipment needs. The HVACTechnician II is responsible for providing excellent customer service to create a comfortable environment for students, faculty,and staff and perform daily tasks at all LU locations. Any other duties as assigned. Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion is essential to this job.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

As Essential Personnel you are expected to be available in theevent of school closings, delays, shutdowns and any emergencies including clean up required because of severe weather incidents.

Performs snow removal activities as assigned. Such as shoveling,salting, etc. Maintenance personnel are essential to the overall success of Liberty University and its day-to-day functions,especially during ongoing campus events such as Winter Fest,Orientation, Convocation, Commencement, and CFAW, summer camps,amongst other planned and unplanned events throughout the year.

Must be available to work scheduled and unscheduled hours as emergency needs arise.

Reports to work at the required time and performs duties as assigned by the HVAC Tech III/ Lead and/ or HVAC Supervisor.

Must be familiar with the standard concepts, practices and procedures of the HVAC Trade.

Must be able to think logically and solve problems that arisewith little guidance.

Must have basic knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions.

Knowledge of the principles of air-conditioning andair-conditioning maintenance methods.

Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of air compressors,pneumatic controls, electronic temperature controls, relay systems,thermostats, VAV systems, VFDs, rooftop and other air-handling units, including gas-fired units, chillers, energy management systems, pumps, 2-pipe and 4-pipe systems.

Knowledge of the principles of electricity. Knowledge of standard parts, tools, and test equipment used in the trade andproper and safe installation of new and replacement parts. Abilityto read and interpret blueprints, ladder diagrams, wiring diagrams,schematics, and technical manuals, and the ability to implement that knowledge in actual performance. Abilityto plan work and keep accurate records of work performed and materials used. Ability to diagnose electrical, mechanical, and electronic defects.

Ability to maintain, adjust, and repair air-conditioning equipment. Able tosafely and properly operate, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC software units, as well as, water chillers, cooling towers, and hot-water boilers. Heat pumps,refrigeration and kitchen equipment. Pumps, compressors, motors andother auxiliary equipment. Electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic control systems.

Assists other HVAC technicians, lead technicians and Supervisor as needed.

Receives, completes and closes out work orders in theschooldude system and enter all labor and materials.

Must keep accurate and up to date records of work performed and materials used in accordance with department standards.

Provides HVAC repair services before, during, and after special events as emergency needs arise. This is to include during scheduled and unscheduled work times.

Must be willing to learn all locations of HVAC equipment andtheir relation to each building.

Other duties as assigned.

Remains abreast of existing and emerging technologies, process,products, services and leading industry performance benchmarks.

Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission.

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