HVAC Mechanic I

Position Duties

The purpose of this position is to perform entry level duties installing, servicing and repairing a variety of residential and commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC) equipment.

Essential Functions

Assists in the installation, operation, service, and repair of light commercial heat pump/air conditioning systems and other HVAC equipment such as refrigerators, fume hoods, window units, exhaust ventilators, coolers, deep freezers, and unit ventilators. Assists in the operation, service, and repair of pneumatic, electric, or electronic control systems on HVAC systems. Regulates and monitors air handling equipment, compressors, cooling tower fans and other related support equipment as prescribed by operating procedures. Performs preventive maintenance tasks on a variety of HVAC equipment. Including replacing filters, motors and control devices. Performs service tasks such as adding refrigerant, lubricating, adjusting and replacing compressors and expansion devices, repairing pumps, cleaning out cooling towers and repacking valve glands and pump seals. Installs and reinstalls wiring and controls to connect components and controls to electrical power sources at low line voltage. Services and repairs traps, flash tanks, piping, control valves, condensate pumps and meters on steam systems. Performs mechanical joining of piping by using industry methods such as soldering, brazing, and gas welding. Insulates piping and mechanical equipment such as heat exchangers and associated subsystems. Performs insulation repairs to air duct systems. Operates and maintains tools, power tools, and equipment of the trade or area where assigned. Cleans work area upon completion of assignment. Assists with snow/ice removal campus-wide as required and directed. Non essential: Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.