As a Service and Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R), the candidate should expect to spend a majority of their time in the field responding to daily HVAC-R service requests (work orders) and scheduled preventative maintenance in support of the University’s HVAC and energy management equipment. This equipment consist of the building automation direct digital controllers, air handlers, VAV boxes, fin radiation, fan coils, exhaust fans, heat pumps, humidifiers, heat recovery units, and other heating, cooling and ventilation systems on campus.
Key responsibilities include:
- Respond to daily service requests (work orders) and scheduled preventative maintenance.
- Perform a variety of trouble shooting, installation, repair, and maintenance tasks.
- To be successful in this position the incumbent must be able to diagnose, troubleshoot and overhaul the following:
- All types of coolers, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioning units and systems
- Humidifiers
- Compressors
- Ventilators
- Cooling towers and other similar and related equipment
- Diagnose, troubleshoot and service the HVAC building automation systems (BAS) and electrical/mechanical equipment of all types found on campus. These are mechanical, electrical and computerized equipment used to perform HVAC energy management and climate control.
- Use computer to document service work performed.
- Operate computers used in the field of direct digital controls (D.D.C.).
- Perform the removal or installation of electrical/mechanical HVAC building control equipment and systems.
- Involved in all facets of small mechanical HVAC equipment and building control system (BCS) projects.
- Provide high level of customer service.
- Expected to perform emergency service promptly when-notified.
- Read and understand prints and schematics.
- Work with and direct outside contractors when necessary.
In some cases the Service & Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R) will be responsible for directing a Maintenance Assistant who will assist in the field tasks.
The candidate must detail their qualifications and submit appropriate documentation with their application to clearly explain and demonstrates their skills and competency for this position
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great
benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.
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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
