HVAC Mechanic/Controls Technician

Job Details

Fairfield University is a co-educational, comprehensive Jesuit university with a 200-acre campus located along the scenic shoreline community of Fairfield, CT. The University is comprised of approximately 3,500 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate students pursuing degrees within 5 schools: The College of Arts and Sciences, The Charles F. Dolan School of Business, The School of Engineering, The Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies, and School of Education and Human Development. As an expression of our Jesuit, Catholic mission and identity, Fairfield embraces a liberal humanistic approach to education, encouraging critical thinking, cultivating free and open inquiry, and fostering ethical and religious values.

DIVISION: Facilities Management

DEPARTMENT: Facilities Management – Energy Services

BASIC FUNCTION: Performs routine repairs and provides preventative maintenance on all heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment; possesses familiarity with and ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings and is familiar with low voltage controls, motor controls and DDC controls; responsible for the cleanliness and safety of equipment in designated buildings; completes documentation; provides backup support and interacts with various supervisors.

UNUSUAL WORK CONDITIONS: Work on roofs and climb ladders. Must be available for emergency call-ins. Must operate a motor vehicle. Capable of working alone and able to lift reasonable amounts of weight with no physical restrictions; must cover any shift due to vacation and/or illness.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL NEEDED:

EDUCATION: High School diploma, some trade school preferred. Connecticut State HVAC license required D2.

EXPERIENCE: Experience in a systems-oriented environment with some limited exposure to servicing; familiarity with tools and instruments related to HVAC industry. Demonstrates knowledge of electrical techniques and ability to read floor plans etc. Possession of EPA, OSHA or state licenses or certifications is desirable. Must have a valid State of Connecticut driver’s license in good standing and be in good physical condition.

SCHEDULE: This is a 3rd shift position. The Energy Department workweek is on a rotating two (2) week schedule that provides employees work every other weekend as follows: Schedule days of work – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday / scheduled days off Thursday, Friday; followed by scheduled days of work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday / scheduled days off Saturday, Sunday.

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, HVAC

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. To perform routine repairs and provide preventative maintenance on all heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment located in campus buildings, dormitories, townhouses, apartment complex and the Central Utilities Facilities complex. This involves: Maintaining air handling units with filter replacements, pneumatic controls, exhaust fans, etc. Familiarity with and ability to read electrical and mechanical Drawings. Familiarity with low voltage controls and motor controls; familiarity with DDC controls (e.g., Alterton and Carrier Comfortworks), Ensuring the adequate operation, temperature, pressure and safety of equipment, Notifying supervisor of any abnormal pressures and temperatures before adjusting. Interacting with contractors as needed.
2. Assist on installations of new or repaired equipment utilizing knowledge of electrical and mechanical techniques.
3. To be responsible for the cleanliness and safety of equipment rooms in designated buildings.
4. To complete appropriate documentation. This involves: Assessing and completing requisitions on supplies needed for servicing, Maintaining and logging accurate records on malfunctions and repairs.
5. To provide backup support if the Associate Director of Energy Services and the Supervisor, HVAC are absent.
6. To interact with the Associate Director of Energy Services and the Supervisor HVAC on major equipment problems and recommending corrective action.
7. To participate in the growth and development of the department. This involves: Participating in regularly scheduled staff meetings and attending seminars as needed, Promoting an image of efficiency and courtesy throughout the university community and consistent with the department’s mission. Providing recommendations on system modifications, upgrades, policies and procedures.
8. To promote safe and secure working conditions. This involves: Promoting the proper utilization of equipment and materials. Reporting immediately to supervisor any unsafe working conditions.
9. To perform other related duties as dictated or directed by responsibilities.

Duties may be changed and/or be added at any time.