San Jose, California
Bowling Green, Kentucky
Posted: 18-Oct-24
Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky
Internal Number: 182192
Purpose of Position
Under general supervision of the Manager of Plant Operations, the HVAC Technician performs skilled work at the experienced trade level in the maintenance and repair of refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, and air handling equipment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.
- Testing electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment
- Testing pipe or tubing joints or connections for leaks
- Installs/repairs control valves, motors, actuators, and associated air handler equipment
- Troubleshoots and dismantles malfunctioning system components using electrical, mechanical and pneumatic testing equipment
- Repairs and replaces defective equipment, components or wiring
- Installs, connects and adjusts thermostats, humidistats and timers
- Inspects and tests systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications or to detect and locate malfunctions
- Adjusts valves according to specifications and charges system with proper type of refrigerant
- Braze or solder parts to repair defective joints and leaks
- Perform mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming
- Maintains campus air handling equipment, chillers and ice machines
- Maintains refrigerant records and associated documentation
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintains excellent communication/customer service with Building Coordinators and all other DFM Supervisors
- Communicates bi-laterally with other supervisors within DFM to coordinate work activities between groups
- Performs other duties as required
Knowledge and Skills Essential for Success
- Mechanical & operational knowledge of all machines & tools related to HVAC equipment
- Troubleshooting skills to determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
- Skill to repair machines or systems using the needed tools
- Skill to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed
- Active listening skills by giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
- Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
- Ability to monitor and assess performance of yourself and make improvements or take corrective action
- Ability to talk to others and convey information effectively
- Ability to manage one's own time both efficiently and productively
- Being reliable, responsible, dependable and able to fulfill obligations
- Being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks
- Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations
- Good organizational, communication and interpersonal skills required
- Basic computer skills to access/send emails and perform data entry into the maintenance work order system
- Possess basic computer skills, familiar with web/internet navigation, and willingness to learn and utilize new technology based products as applicable
- Adhere to all University policies and regulations
Physical Abilities Required
- Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor, which includes heavy lifting, carrying up to 50 lbs., as well as standing, walking, reaching, carrying, stooping and kneeling
- Installation skills for installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications
- Requires working outdoors in all types of weather conditions
- Must be able to wear protective eye wear, gloves, ear wear and top of head during work times for one's safety as the task dictates.
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency
- One year of experience in commercial HVAC service and repair OR relevant education below may be substituted for experience
- Must meet one of the following:
- Taken and passed the HVAC Journeyman's test and is currently enrolled and close to completion of a 1-2 year program of instruction for refrigeration and air conditioning at an accredited vocational/technical school
- Successfully completed a 1-2 year program of instruction for refrigeration and air conditioning at an accredited vocational/technical school
- Possess a current KY Journeyman HVAC license
- Current EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
- Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky driver's license
Additional Information:
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.
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