"HVACR/Equipment Mechanic"

Job Summary

Looking for a place where your skills can make a real difference? Join Property Management at Auburn University and keep our campus running at its best! We’re looking for skilled and motivated HVACR/Equipment Mechanics at all experience levels. You’ll work on everything from high-tech building automation systems to commercial kitchen equipment, ensuring our residence halls and dining facilities stay comfortable, safe, and efficient year-round!

Essential Functions

• Performs replacement and repairs of existing HVAC systems throughout Student Residence and Dining Halls and/or other Auxiliary Services facilities as directed (motor changes, coil repairs and replacements, fan repairs and replacements, etc.).
• Conducts scheduled preventative maintenance on HVAC systems throughout Student Residence and Dining Halls and/or other Auxiliary Services facilities as directed (filter changes, coil cleanings, belt replacements, etc.).
• Performs installation and startup procedures of commercial kitchen and refrigeration equipment.
• Monitors, maintains, and repairs building automation and control systems (sensors, controls, thermostats, actuators, etc.).
• Maintains and repairs building systems for Student Residence and Dining Halls and/or other Auxiliary Services facilities as directed (mechanical systems, chilled and heating water systems, domestic hot water systems, pneumatic systems, etc.).
• Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains all forms of commercial kitchen equipment. This includes: a) Ovens, dish machines, mixers, slicers and grinders, etc., and b) Low temperature and medium temperature refrigeration systems.
• Removes and relocates existing kitchen equipment.
• Responds to emergency after-hours calls.
• Supervises/leads other employees on jobs.
• Orders all repair parts and stocks inventory for all equipment in the dorms and dining venues.
• Oversees/supervises onsite contractor repair operations on assigned properties.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant HVACR/Equipment Mechanic: High school diploma or equivalent.

HVACR/Equipment Mechanic: High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of experience, or Associate’s degree plus 1 year of experience, or Bachelor’s degree.

Sr. HVACR/Equipment Mechanic: High school diploma or equivalent and 6 years of experience, or Associate’s degree plus 4 years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of experience.

Scope of Experience: Experience with maintenance on refrigeration and commercial kitchen equipment, HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Must have knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems, kitchen and refrigeration systems, comfort cooling principles, plumbing, gas pipe fitting, and pneumatic controls.

Salary Range

$37,170 - $76,750

Position Details

Appointment Status: Full-time. City: Auburn, State: Alabama.