HVAC Mechanic II

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an HVAC Mechanic II on the Dahlonega campus. This position requires the ability to help maintain the HVAC systems in a University setting. Work involves skilled tasks in accordance with standard trade practices of installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of HVAC Systems and equipment, plus additional skill in the diagnosis of problems in complex control or environmental systems. Requires occasional cell phone contact outside of typical hours, mostly for emergency situations such as random weather emergencies, building issues, etc.

Responsibilities

• Services air conditioning, heating units and refrigeration by repairing or replacing parts on condensers, compressors and water and vacuum pumps.
• Tests refrigeration equipment for leaks and repairs or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings and couplings.
• Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC Systems and equipment, kitchen equipment, and other building systems machinery and equipment.
• Trouble-shoots large equipment such as chillers, lab equipment, and kitchen equipment.
• Diagnoses system problems and facilitates corrective action.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of principles, practices, materials, tools and equipment of refrigeration, air conditioning, and/or heating equipment operation, maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Skill in locating and correcting defects in refrigeration, air conditioning, heating and related equipment, skill in the use of tools and equipment in the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of HVAC and mechanical system experience.
• EPA Certified Refrigerant Recovery Certification.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel
• This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust