"HVAC Technician"

Job Details

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment. The anticipated shift is based on the operational needs and can change at any time with notice. Monday – Friday, 7:45am - 4:15pm

ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES: Stanford University is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Founded in 1891, Stanford’s mission is to create and share knowledge and to prepare students to be curious, to think critically, and to contribute to the world. With world-class scholars and seven schools located together on a single campus, Stanford offers academic excellence across the broadest array of disciplines including business, education, engineering, humanities and sciences, law, medicine, and sustainability. It also is an engine of innovation, blending theory and practice to move ideas and discoveries from labs and classrooms out into the world. Stanford strives to foster a culture of expansive inquiry, fresh thinking, searching discussion, and freedom of thought – preparing students for leadership and engaged citizenship in the world. The university is located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, on a scenic 8,180-acre campus.

Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the university by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. R&DE has an annual operating budget of $400M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising over 7 million square feet—one-third of the campus footprint. R&DE provides housing for 16,000 students and dependents, serves 8 million meals annually at 48 student dining venues and 32 culinary enterprises. In addition, R&DE provides executive services, conference operations, and guest lodging. R&DE is a talented and diverse team of 1,200+ who comprise the following divisions: Student Housing Operations & Stanford Conferences; Stanford Dining and Hospitality & Auxiliaries; Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects; and a team of R&DE strategic business partners—Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications and Marketing.

“Students (Customers) First” is R&DE’s mantra and its strategic goals reflect its commitment to delivering service excellence to the campus community. R&DE’s belief is “students are never an interruption in our day; they are the reason we are here.”

R&DE’s dedication to promoting fair treatment, access to opportunities, and a positive work environment is reflected in its essential priorities and efforts for cultivating a culture of operational excellence as a foundational cornerstone. R&DE is committed to creating and sustaining inclusive excellence where all staff feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to thrive.

This role is designated as essential and requires incumbents to report to work onsite. Telecommuting is not available for this role.

SUMMARY OF THIS POSITION:

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Commercial and Residential Appliances and performing work under direction, the Maintenance III Commercial Appliance Technician performs/assists with performing all aspects of building mechanical and electrical systems and commercial food service equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, preventive maintenance, and installations for all Residential and Dining Enterprises facilities.

General: Under supervision, performs/assists with performing troubleshooting repair, preventive maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system and equipment. Additionally, performs emergency response work, repairs as assigned which may include work outside of primary trade.

Refrigeration: Under direction, checks, maintains, repairs and installs all air conditioning-related equipment, evaporative cooling systems. Repairs or replaces evaporators, condensing units and compressors; trouble shoots equipment, makes repairs to equipment, recharges units with refrigerant, checks for leaks. Brazes, cuts, bends, solders, threads and assembles pipes and fittings.

HVAC Equipment: Under direction, performs troubleshooting, repairs, preventive maintenance for ventilation systems and heating systems – forced air, hydronic, steam systems, and related controls. Includes boilers/related equipment, rooftop equipment and water and steam service to fans for evaporative cooling or steam or hydronic heating.

Electrical Repair and Maintenance: Under direction, performs electrical work as required related to servicing HVAC equipment; typical line voltage of 120V and 208V AC, low voltage controls. Follows proper lock out/tag out procedures.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Demonstrated good mechanical skills
• Knowledge and ability to properly use hand tools
• Ability to perform precision work demonstrating precise fine motor skills
• Ability to logically follow prescribed troubleshooting sequences
• Ability to plan own work, tools, and equipment needed
• Ability to master cutting, bending, soldering, threading, and assembling pipe and fittings
• Complies with all safety protocols and procedures including using PPE appropriately
• Follows appropriate protocol to keep all vehicles, tools, equipment and keys secure at all times
• Demonstrates the ability to report to work on time, complete assigned tasks, meets deadlines, thinks and acts effectively and responds to changes in procedures, processes, responsibilities, and assignments in a positive manner
• Communicates verbally and/or in writing efficiently
• Acts as an effective team player; contributes to maintaining a positive and productive work environment
• Provide follow-through action to achieve desired results in a timely manner
• Maintain a positive service attitude and approach to students, faculty, staff and visitors to the University
• Capable of learning and applying safe work practices and procedures including proper use and care of respirators, hazardous waste management and handling, lockout tag out procedures, Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Confined Space procedures, CPR, and chemical safe practices.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Wears respirator and other protective safety equipment and clothing as needed
• Must be able to lift heavy materials frequently each day
• Works in all types of weather
• Able to climb on roofs or crawl under buildings
• Ability to respond to emergency calls at night or on weekends
• Willing to work alternate shifts at nights or weekends when required

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma Required
• Demonstrated skills training and work history in performing electro/mechanical work
• Valid California driver’s license
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant work experience

The expected pay for this position is $47.47 (Step 1) per hour. Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Internal candidate rates will be applied based on the CBA language for promotion and transfer.