Building/Refrigeration Engineer

The Building/Refrigeration Engineer is responsible for all duties performed by Building Engineers including operate, install, maintain, and repair building equipment and systems. In addition, this role is responsible for advanced installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of building equipment including electrical and control work for refrigeration equipment. Performs work in accordance with University standards and procedures for University buildings and properties.

Responsibilities:

• Inspects and tests building systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment and identifies and solves problems.
• Dismantles defective equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment including cleaning and lubricating shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of equipment.
• Interprets building and equipment documentation to troubleshoot and make repairs.
• Installs, repairs, and verifies proper operation of building systems and equipment.
• Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related pneumatic equipment; repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Installs and verifies operation of basic systems such as HVAC and Refrigeration systems, plumbing-sinks, faucets, toilets, electrical-circuit breakers, light bulb and ballast changes.
• Must be experienced in refrigerant recovery procedures.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of equipment.
• Uses appropriate tools and equipment.
• Helps introduce new employees to shop protocol, procedures and campus applications and equipment.
• Requisitions materials and supplies using in-house procedures as needed. Keeps working areas, and mechanical rooms, neat, clean and safe.
• Wears and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.
• Uses computers to enter and access job related information.
• Undertakes training related to job duties as deemed necessary by University, Direct Supervisor or Management Staff.
• Responds to alarms and emergency situations during shift and after hours. Available to respond to after-hours emergencies as needed and requested.
• Assists with providing engineering coverage for events, when needed or requested.
• Provides Engineering support for Capital Projects when needed.
• Performs related job duties as may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Advanced job-related training program in air conditioning and refrigeration required.
• Completion of HVAC apprenticeship program preferred.
• Completion of job-related associate's degree (AA) preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current valid driver's license.
• Other licenses or certificates needed for this position as required by law.
• EPA Universal certification.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements.
• Read and interpret documents.
• Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• Perform mathematical functions relevant to the position.
• Problem-solve.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm shift.
• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and physically capable of strenuous activity over extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move loads appropriate to job requirements and bend and work in a kneeling position for periods of time.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work at heights as required, enter and work within tight spaces, and withstand hot and cold temperatures.
• Must be able to work independently.

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• References Contact Information (3)

When applying, the documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.