HVAC/REFRIGERATION MECHANIC

Overview Posting Number: S13724P Working Title: HVAC/REFRIGERATION MECHANIC Department: FMD-O&M-AC & Refrigeration Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Posting Type: External Employment Type: Employee Full/Part Time: Full Time Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible Salary: $44,000 or Commensurate with Experience Posting Date: 06/18/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Proposed Starting Date: 08/18/2025 Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. On occasion, employee may be required to perform duties after hours (evenings and weekends) due to emergency situations or planned work. About The University The University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and the state’s flagship university. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff, with an enrollment exceeding 41,000 students. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. The university is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. About The College/Unit/Department The Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The division manages, operates and maintains campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote long-term sustainability. Website: Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, formal training programs, or on-the-job training. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. Position Summary This is a skilled technical work at the journeyman level involving operating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing building HVAC systems and components to include but not limited to chillers, air handlers, terminal units, water coils, pumps, valves, motor starters and other related equipment. (Systems are primarily central air handling type with hydronic heating and cooling units) Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigeration, air-conditioning, heating or related equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to work from blueprints and sketches. Ability to understand and apply standard trade practices in performing work. Ability to use refrigerant handling equipment and if not already, become certified to do so. Physical Demands Lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, working overhead, climbing stairs, using regular and extended ladders throughout 8 hour work shift. Lift up to 75 lbs during a work shift. Position Details Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Security Access: Yes Responsibilities and Duties Operate, troubleshoot, repair and install building HVAC systems. Perform preventive maintenance of HVAC equipment (60% of the time). Perform building equipment checks and inspections (15%). Interact with customers via phone and in person to coordinate work (5%). Prepare work related documents (work orders, vouchers, reports, purchase requests, etc.). Other duties as required and assigned by supervisors. Credit and Background Credit and background policies apply. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Lisa Johnson Recruitment Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Recruitment Contact Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr