HVAC Technician

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Job Description

This posting is for a full-time, 12-month, 40 hours per week, non-exempt position. The position is responsible for assisting the Director of Maintenance with all facets of University related HVAC systems and requires a heavy emphasis on trouble shooting and performing preventive maintenance of mechanical systems (both commercial and residential) and spaces. An electrical background and a general understanding of the functionality for HVAC systems, energy conservation, scheduling, and multiple aspects of BAS and operations will be vital to this role. This position will have additional duty requirements such as covering special projects, event setup, and snow removal.  Also, this position is on a call-in rotation with other Facilities employees.

Essential Functions 

This position requires regular, as scheduled, reliable attendance in the campus environment.

1.    Working closely with subcontractors to schedule, track and verify status of repairs and projects 
2.    Communicate regularly with Director of Facilities Scheduling and Events as to unexpected circumstances/comfort levels in commercial spaces. 
3.    Communicate regularly with Director of Housing as to unexpected circumstances/comfort levels in Dormitories and student housing/living spaces. 
4.    Constant communications with Facilities front office, Director of Buildings and Grounds and Director of Maintenance
5.    Oversee and perform repairs and maintenance related to food service operations/Sodexo 
6.    Ability to manage and perform duties for the maintenance of HVAC & mechanical systems including filters, belts, lubrication, and repairs. 
7.    Work closely with Sub-contractors/UF Safety & Security to resolve/manage issues related to Fire Safety Systems and Elevators 
8.    Ability to manage and perform basic maintenance of boilers and other enclosed loop systems. 
9.    Ability to perform and oversee basic building maintenance duties including basic electric, carpentry, flooring, doors, and other trades function. 
10.    Communication (verbal and email) 
11.    Occasionally assist in snow removal. 
12.    Perform all other duties deemed appropriate for the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies
1.    Computer Skills & Proficiency 
2.    Organizational & Management Skills 
3.    Problem Solving 
4.    Teamwork Orientation 
5.    Time Management 

Decision Making Initiative Supervisory Responsibility
This position will work with and occasionally oversee technicians, specialists and subcontractors to maintain the mechanical systems of The University of Findlay. Support and assist in multiple areas of building maintenance with a variety of trades.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at campus job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. 

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body; be able to reach overhead; be able to work in various positions, including stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time; be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks; and be able to frequently lift 50 pounds of weight throughout the assigned workday.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time 12-month position, and general hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This position may require evening and weekend work.

Travel
Travel is an expectation of this position.  A valid driver’s license and a safe driving record required. 

Required Education and Experience
1.    High School diploma. 
2.    Work related experience.

Preferred Education and Experience
1.    Experience in energy markets
 

For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current Resume or Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. Staff applications must include a current Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with your application.

The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.