HVAC Mechanic

Position Summary

This position fulfills the duties of an HVAC Mechanic at Washburn University.

• Work assignments for this position may include any or all of the following plus other duties as assigned.
• Employees are expected to use equipment to manufacturer and University standards and to comply with University and OSHA policies and regulations.
• New employees are required to complete safety training within 6 months of employment.
• Operate heating and boiler systems, monitoring steam boilers on site for scheduled operations. Make needed repairs to all boilers, pumps and support equipment.
• Install, maintain and repair duct work, refrigeration piping; air conditioning units; exhaust equipment; kitchen equipment such as walk-in coolers, freezers, refrigerators and ice makers; doors and door closers; and other materials and mechanical equipment as needed by campus departments and buildings.
• As lead worker or in cooperation with other trade specialists and/or contractors, assist with troubleshooting and repairing systems and equipment.
• Work with and assist engineers, contractors and consultants who evaluate building systems operations for maintenance, expansion and repair.
• Inspect and/or test buildings; plumbing, electrical and HVAC equipment and systems, fire sprinkler piping systems and report identified deficiencies.
• Perform maintenance and repair work on buildings and mechanical systems as assigned from inspections or Computerized Maintenance Management System work orders.
• Assist in relaying information and serve as a resource by answering questions about job assignments. Work may include but is not limited to tasks such as the following:
• Inspecting and testing air compressors, fire sprinkler piping systems, grease traps, sewer pumps and other systems and equipment.
• Patching and painting interior walls and surfaces.
• Clearing sewage blockages and drain lines.
• Troubleshooting systems and equipment.
• Installing and calibrating HVAC controls and actuators of all kinds (for example pneumatic and electric).
• Locate underground utilities such as natural gas, water, sewer, etc., for dig permits.
• Record completed repairs using Computerized Maintenance Management System or other University software.
• Recommend work process improvements to Facilities supervisors and administrators.
• Perform welding fabrication or sheet metal work as needed.
• Maintain a professional, safe and clean work area.
• Provide service support for campus events.
• Snow removal duties as assigned.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Graduate of an apprenticeship program or HVAC certification program.
• Stable/continuous work history.
• Five years of experience in HVAC and experience troubleshooting equipment controls. Experience with steam boiler operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read and apply information from schematics and building blueprints.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record under University standards.
• CFC refrigerant recovery certification.

• Ability to move and/or maneuver equipment and materials weighing as much as pounds.
• Ability to work from a ladder or lift.
• Ability to respond to emergency service calls outside regularly scheduled work hours.

• HVAC certification.
• Training in PLC controllers.
• Familiarity with frequency drives.
• College coursework.
• Experience in energy management.
• Master Mechanic’s license.
• Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Familiarity with refrigeration process for trouble shooting skills.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS).

Hourly, Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8am-4:pm