"HVAC II Specialist"

Job Description

HVAC II Specialist

Job ID: 289938
Location: Georgia College & State Univ
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.

The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming, diverse college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.

Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct policy. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the manager/supervisor in the Operations and Maintenance Department, this is a seasoned level HVAC position. Work involves the application of HVAC trade skills and related trade skills in plumbing and electrical necessary to maintain, repair and install refrigeration, heating, air conditioning, ventilation systems and related equipment. Regularly provide work direction to lower-level mechanics and maintenance personnel. Assignments typically require HVAC journeyman level skills. This position will interact on a consistent basis with: maintenance supervision and staff, building managers and vendors. Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM. Weekend work (Saturday and Sunday), overtime, on-call, and emergency callback is required.

Responsibilities

Repairs - 50
Install, repair, replace, operate, maintain, calibrate, test, and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and plumbing components used in HVAC. Perform these tasks independently with minimal guidance.

Preventative Maintenance - 20
Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment. Maintenance activities will include replacing filters, belts, and other consumable items on HVAC systems and related equipment.

Troubleshooting - 20
Troubleshoot pneumatic, electrical, and digital controls. Use laptop and/or mobile devices to manipulate building automation systems. Perform these tasks independently with minimal guidance.

Inventory - 5
Monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels for Preventative Maintenance consumables including filters and belts. Organize, repair, and maintain hand tools and power tools. Clean shop areas, mechanical and electrical rooms. Source and purchase any parts needed for repairs or spare inventory.

Other - 5
Any other duties and tasks assigned or as required to meet the goals of the department, division, and Georgia College & State University.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
High school diploma or GED Certificate

Other Required Qualifications
Valid Driver's License.
EPA Universal CFC certificate. Able to use a computer / iPad to create/update/receive work orders, check email and respond to customers

Required Experience
5 years job related experience in repairing/maintaining commercial HVAC equipment

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Technical school diploma in HVAC, associate's degree, or two years of college course work

Preferred Experience
State of Georgia Conditioned Air License, State of Georgia Certificate of Authority to Install, Maintain and/or Service Boilers. Knowledge of Siemens Building Automation systems

Required Documents to Attach

• List of References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Must have the ability to operate HVAC service tools, hand/power tools and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment. Operate motor vehicles and forklifts. Lift, carry, set down heavy objects. (50-75lbs) Need to be able to climb and work from ladders, lifts, and scaffolding.

KNOWLEDGE
Advanced level understanding of how HVAC and refrigeration systems operate. Understand chilled water systems, heating water systems, and boilers.

SKILLS
This job requires Journeymen level knowledge and skills for installing and maintaining compressors, fans, belts, dampers, motors, starters, low voltage as well as 120,208/240,480-volt services. In addition, you must be able to read print drawings and schematics via paper copies or computerized software systems.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at link.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at link.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU.

Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• DMV Check
• Drug Screening

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psc/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=289938&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=1&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant