HVAC R Mechanic II

Overview

Position Details for HVAC R Mechanic II within the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Responsible for maintenance, repair, installation, and replacement of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.

• Operates, maintains, repairs, and installs HVAC/R equipment and controls ancillary equipment (controls, regulators, motors, compressors, air stations, coils, fluid/gas piping, strainers, operating valves, dampers).
• Responds to HVAC/R trouble calls and requests using hand tools, power tools, analyzing equipment and testing instruments.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance and inspections on HVAC/R equipment and related systems.
• Prepares requisitions for material, work orders, records, and reports to the Supervisor, Maintenance and Construction.
• Maintains daily time sheets and records of work performed.
• Interprets data from the Power Plant, mechanical systems, control systems, and energy management shift logs; reports necessary actions to the Supervisor.
• Prepares or works from sketches, plans, and specifications in accordance with HVAC/R standards.
• Analyzes situations requiring modification or repair of facility equipment and makes recommendations.
• Services all refrigerant equipment and high‑pressure appliances per EPA 40 CFR.
• Assists in directing other mechanics, trades helpers, and other skilled trade mechanics.
• Adheres to Rutgers compliance standards, including the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and Rutgers regulations, laws, and policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Technical school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years experience in operation, maintenance, and installation of HVAC/R equipment in industrial, education, or health‑care settings.
• Valid driver’s license.
• EPA Type II, CPA 82, Subpart F, 40 CFR certification.
• Ability to pass and maintain New Jersey Pesticide License Testing Requirement.
• Sound knowledge of blueprint and schematic reading and thorough knowledge of local, state, and national codes.

None listed.

• Ability to perform physical labor without restrictions, including lifting equipment > 50 lb, working on roofs, scaffolds, and ladders.

• Shift: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday‑Friday.
• Safe driving record.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable).
• Life insurance coverage.
• Employee discount programs.

Range: $31,310 – $32,760 per year.

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

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