HVAC Technician

This position receives general supervision. Broad instructions are provided, and the staff member uses judgment and experience to carry out assignments. Completed assignments and finished products are reviewed by the supervisor after completion.

• Career Band: NE10
• Hourly position 
• Typical shift is 7:00 am-4:00 pm, with a one-hour mandatory lunch. 
• Some weekend and event work may be required as determined by the FM Management staff

• Use of the work order system in the performance of daily duties to evaluate projects, general duties, and emergencies, prioritize work, and estimate time and materials.

• Locate and order materials/equipment/tools to complete work in a timely fashion in accordance with University and departmental policies and procedures;

• Respond to emergency service requests as needed;

• Installing and repairing hot water boilers, HVAC package units & split systems, water heaters (gas and electric); 

• Installing and servicing unitary HVAC control systems & components;

• Installing and servicing hydronic and chilled water control systems & components;

• Repairing campus DDC systems;

• Servicing and repairing air handling units/VAV box control systems and components;

• Provide instruction and direction to other technicians (based on skill level);

• Provide experiential insight & training to other technicians (based on skill level);

• Assist other Trades as needed on projects and emergency service situations;

• Participate in a 24-hour emergency response on-call rotation schedule;

• Perform other MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) duties as assigned by supervisor/manager;

• Surveys assigned jobs and ensures that sufficient and proper materials and tools are on hand to complete each day’s work.

• Direct sequence of work and assigns individual tasks as necessary. 

• Operates and works from man lifts to access work areas as necessary.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities Maintenance Department, including emergency work when required.

• Overtime or call-out work may be required 

Judgment and discretion as to the use of established policies are required to perform the essential duties of this position.

• Student Contact: Incidental contact in the course of work
• Internal: Incidental contact in the course of work
• External: Incidental contact in the course of work

• HVAC Vocational/Technical Certificate with special training in refrigeration, heating & air-conditioning,5 years of field maintenance/service experience (preferred).

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, with the ability to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical users;

• Effectively uses computers and mobile devices;

• Knowledge and ability to safely operate necessary equipment, machines, and tools in the working areas

• Must have mechanical aptitude and BAS troubleshooting skills as related to the HVAC trade

• Practices critical thinking skills, including prioritization

• Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously

• Ability to utilize technical skills

• Ability to utilize problem-solving skills

• Interpret complex written specifications and conditions

• Ability to follow instructions, both verbal and written

• Ability to work without close supervision

• Demonstrates personal accountability

• Identify and utilize appropriate resources to ensure identified problems or concerns are addressed and resolved

• Recognizes the importance of communication with customers, staff, students, etc., and can effectively demonstrate those skills

• Recognizes their role as a part of the larger organization and models the mission statement through interactions with customers, staff, students, etc.

• Must have and maintain a valid Tennessee Driver’s License;

• Lift training and certification - on-the-job training will be providedif not certified

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to walk for extended periods of time
•  Must be able to climb (many stairs, ladders)
• Must be able to crawl and or kneel
• Must be able to push and/or pull objects
• Must be able to navigate steep and rough terrain
• Must be able to use feet for repetitive tasks
• Must be able to use hands for repetitive tasks
• Must be able to lift between 51-100 pounds (Heavy work)
• Must be able to carry between 51-100 pounds (Heavy work)

• Typical shift is 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, with a one-hour mandatory lunch

• Some weekend and event work may be required as determined by the FM Management staff