Plant Engineering Technician II Job Rochester area,New York USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

HVAC/R Systems Team Lead

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Performs physical and computer rounds of capital equipment on a daily basis, noting any deviations or operational concerns, making corrections, and reporting concerns to colleagues and/or supervision

Responds to all types of service calls placed by students and faculty/staff including fire alarms, heating and cooling issues, refrigeration, plumbing, door problems, elevator problems, and electrical problems as dispatched by the Department and Public Safety

Utilizes Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) drawings, design specifications, or manufacturers' recommendations to troubleshoot, adjust, and verify systems operation

Performs water treatment testing on closed loops, cooling towers, and steam boilers. Makes any necessary adjustments to chemical feed equipment, calibrates sensors, maintains softeners, and adds chemicals to systems, as necessary

Performs preventive maintenance on Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment, and makes any necessary repairs

Performs repairs on Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment:
Including but is not limited to dismantling equipment and removing it

Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of web-based Building Management Systems
Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards, laws and regulations
Skill in using specialized tools and software for monitoring and maintaining plant systems
Skill in documenting maintenance activities and communicating effectively with engineers and management
Ability to safely operate and maintain large facilities equipment and systems including boilers, chillers, hot and chilled water systems, emergency power gensets, refrigeration systems, electrical breakers, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) units, computer systems, and underground infrastructure systems
Ability to safely operate all equipment including, but not limited to; trucks, utility vehicles, hand tools, and power tools

Minimum Education & Experience

Associate's degree in related field
2 years of relevant experience
Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Job Level Overview

Operations, Administrative, Service, or Technical Support Level 2 - An intermediate level role with working foundational knowledge and skills to perform routine and occasionally non-routine tasks. Tasks may require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. May provide assistance to entry level staff.

About Facilities Management Services (FMS) & Engineering Services

Facilities Management Services (FMS) supports the RIT community by designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining a high-quality, cost-effective campus environment. Within FMS, the Engineering Services team consists of Operations, Controls, and Repair & Preventative Maintenance teams that are responsible for heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and refrigeration equipment across the RIT campus. As part of the Engineering Services team, the HVAC/R Systems Team Lead plays a vital role in supporting the reliable operation of these systems.

Why Join Our Team

Work with a team that values hard work and the difference it makes every day. FMS provides dependable, year‑round employment and hands‑on training to help you grow on the job.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Sick and vacation time
12 paid holidays per year
Retirement and financial planning resources
Educational benefits for employees and dependents
Employee wellness program
Free use of on‑site fitness facilities

Schedule

C-Shift—Tuesday–Saturday, 11 PM to 730 AM

FLSA Category

Non-Exempt

Work Location

On Campus

Compensation

$23.80-$27.00

Application Materials

When you are ready to complete an application for this position please be prepared to submit the below requested information. This will be required to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Additional Details

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