Maintenance Mechanic-HVAC Mechanical Technician

The Maintenance Mechanic - HVAC Electronic Technician will perform duties necessary to properly maintain all HVAC equipment by performing the following duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma and HVAC or BMS Vocational diploma or certificate; or High School diploma and apprentice experience.
• Two to five years of experience with HVAC and building equipment.
• CFC certification.
• Current valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Various computer program knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of computer operated controls

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment to include: rotary screw and reciprocating chillers up to 200 ton; direct expansion split systems; large gas fired boilers; commercial refrigeration equipment including refrigerators, freezers and ice makers; and other appliances and equipment as needed.
• Work with faculty, staff, and students to resolve HVAC complaints or problems.
• Become familiar with and participate in the refrigerant recovery program and the preventive maintenance program.
• Assist in preliminary design plans and specifications for remodels, upgrades to new HVAC constructions. Assist controls team and Department Supervisor when directed.
• Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated computerized control system.
• Operate and troubleshoot pneumatic, electric, and electronic control systems.
• Inventory and maintain stock of HVAC and electrical items.
• Complete and or update work orders through automated system daily.
• Diagnose malfunctioning equipment such as computer control boards, transformers, motors, compressors, variable speed drives, gas burners, VAV boxes, air handlers, and replace damaged or broken wire and cables.
• Assist other trades as necessary.
• Operate a forklift when necessary, with training.
• Subject to be on call for emergency items.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Attend classes/training when offered to further knowledge within field

Physical Demands

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

• The employee will regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear.
• The employee may frequently stand, walk, and sit.
• The employee may occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee may lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.