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Inside Higher Ed

HVAC Mechanic

Inside Higher Ed, Statesboro, Georgia, United States, 30458

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About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

Job Information Job ID:

282743

Location:

Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time:

Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Job Summary Install, maintain, and repair campus heating and air conditioning systems, units, and related equipment. Perform skilled work in installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of food production equipment in compliance with all state, federal regulations and trade codes.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, repair, and overhaul commercial and residential heating and air conditioning equipment

Replace compressors, fan motors, bearings, and shafts

Install, maintain, and repair related equipment (i.e., air filtering systems, ice machines, refrigeration/freezer units, gas fryers, gas and electrical ovens, conveyor ovens, electric steam kettles, bakery equipment, commercial dishwashers, steam tables, warming tables)

Perform preventive maintenance and make daily routine visual inspections of boiler rooms, heating and cooling systems, and equipment in assigned buildings and areas; check fluid levels and belt tightness

Respond to emergency calls and/or work orders related to air conditioning, heating, hot water equipment, and ventilation systems

Maintain chillers, cooling towers, boilers, air handlers and other commercial and residential heating and cooling equipment for campus

Take water samples, and maintain proper chemical levels in boilers and cooling towers

Maintain medium pressure steam boilers used for heating domestic water and preparation of food

Repair pneumatic controls and calibrate thermostats

Test and treat swimming pools

Comply with State and Federal requirements for use, handling, and transport of all refrigerants

Weld and perform steel fabrication projects

Maintain inventory as to eliminate down time in production

Select materials and equipment at a competitive price

Keep daily log of time spent on each job and materials used

Follow all safety and other risk management policies in performance of work

Attend safety meetings

Maintain, repair and clean tools, equipment, assigned service vehicle, boiler rooms, and work areas

Qualifications Educational Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Other Required Qualifications

Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification within timeline specified by department

Required Experience

Two (2) or more years of related work experience

Salary $19.15 - $21.91 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Required Documents To Attach

Resume

Cover Letter

Two (2) Professional References

Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

Proficient with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

Ability to work with tools of the trade, and troubleshoot and solve problems

Ability to analyze while multi-tasking

Perform measurement of mechanical devices and components

Ability to manage projects to fit budget, deadline, and timeline decisions

Provide technical advice to non-technical and technical audiences

Knowledge

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University"s mission for student success

Thorough knowledge of inner workings of heating and cooling units, and refrigerators and freezers

Knowledge of federal regulations regarding conservation, recovery, and recycling of refrigerants

Strong working knowledge of mechanical processes

Skills

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Effective mathematics and detail orientation skills

Adept at testing, modifying and re-testing

Additional Information

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

May be required to maneuver items weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work performed in indoor and outdoor environments Subject to extreme temperatures and exposure to outdoor elements.

Walk, climb, balance, stretch, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and stand throughout day.

Work in confined spaces.

Work at heights up to and occasionally exceeding 25 feet. Occasionally required to assemble and work from lifts, scaffolds, and ladders.

May be required to operate a University vehicle.

Background Check

Standard + DMV

To apply To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.Page?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=282743&PostingSeq=1

Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made subject to applicable laws, BOR policies, and USG policies, available for inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Proof of valid driver\'s license upon hire and throughout employment.

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