Refrigeration Technician

Refrigeration Technician - Grade 3Penn State is searching for a full time Refrigeration Technician - Grade 3 to join the team. Duties include:Service, maintain, repair, install and replace domestic and commercial refrigeration, air cooling equipment, absorption and centrifugal liquid chilling units, refrigerated laboratory equipment and their auxiliary componentsRun gas lines and other lines involvedInstall, service, maintain and repair controls and devices to include electric, pneumatic, electronic, thermostatic, pressure, flow switches, level controls, etc., on listed units and auxiliary componentsDismantle units and auxiliary equipment; determine extent of repairs and replace worn or defective parts; determine, schedule and perform cleaning of units such as interiors of condensers, strainers, evaporators, interiors and exteriors of cooling water towers, etc.Perform routine schedule maintenance on units and their auxiliary components; lubricate specified points and make various adjustmentsMaintain logs and records as required and ensure proper amounts of gas and cooling agents are maintainedLocalize malfunctions, auxiliaries and controls and repair as necessary; refer repair problems for other trades to supervisor as necessary, i.E., loss of steam, water, air or electrical powerMaintain proper cooling temperatures and pressures in systems such as refrigerated spaces, air handling units, refrigerated laboratory equipment, ice making equipment, vending machines, water coolers, refrigidryers, dehumidifiers and other equipment associated with refrigeration and air conditioningPerform summer/winter changeover to include maintenance and repair of changeover valves, controls, and devices as requiredUse associated tools and equipment required to install, service, maintain and repair and test refrigeration, cooling and related equipmentWork with lead technician on complicated repairs or on construction of new or special unitsDirect the work of lower grade employees and apprentices as requiredOperate motor vehicle as required.Work Schedule: 3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.Days Off: Saturday, SundayQualificationsMinimum Work Experience2 to 3 years of effective experienceRequired CertificationsEnvironmental Protection Agency Section 608 Technician Certification, Universal - Environmental Protection Agency-approved Certifying OrganizationBackground Checks/ClearancesEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. Employee must be able to wear a respirator and will be subject to medical clearance.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.Collective Bargaining AgreementThis position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.Salary and BenefitsFor details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.