General Maintenance​/HVAC Technician Assistant

A 12-Month General Maintenance / HVAC Technician Assistant at Northwest Mississippi Community College is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting campus facilities with a focus on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. The general maintenance / HVAC Technician assistant performs routine and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems and campus equipment; diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues; ensures safe and efficient operation of building systems;

responds to service requests; and supports overall facility upkeep year-round. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of the College Construction and Maintenance.

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to read, interpret, and follow construction drawings and follow verbal instructions related to construction
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds, continuous walking, climb and work from ladder/ lift. Overhead work is required. Certified lift operator a plus.
• Ability to continuously walk, climb stairs, stand, bend, and squat. Must be able to work in all outdoor seasonal conditions
• General computer proficiency in word, excel, electronic work order preferred
• Problem-solving skills, organization skills, the ability to multi-task and prioritize daily emergencies, plan long term project timelines, and communicate decisions clearly and effectively in a timely manner.
• Must have and maintain the physical ability, positive attitude and skills to be self-directed in the process of completing minor work orders.
• Must be able to respond to after hour calls
• Class II or Universal Refrigerant Reclaim License required
• Diagnostic skills utilizing knowledge of mechanical, electrical and refrigeration theory is a must
• Experience in commercial electrical work is preferred.
• Experience with hand and power tools that are involved with construction.

This position provides maintenance, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems and control mechanisms. Equipment types include Mitsubishi City Multi VRF heat pumps, traditional boiler and DX Coil Split System units, VAV zone equipment, and Trane and Mitsubishi Control systems. Electric tank and gas tankless heaters.