HVAC Mechanic II

Job Information Job No: 539518 Work Type: Full Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible Department: 63571000 - FS-OPER-HVAC Classification Title HVAC Mechanic II Minimum Requirements High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of two years (or equivalent) of an HVAC apprenticeship program or two years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Employee must participate in the HVAC FaSTPath Program and meet the requirements to progress to HVAC Levels III and IV. Training will be provided. This is a Must Progress position. Responsibilities Install, operate, repair, and preventively maintain pneumatic/electric air conditioning (A/C) equipment. Service and refurbish all types of A/C and refrigeration equipment, including control systems that are directly connected to field devices. Troubleshoot field-connected devices (including unitary controllers, variable air volume (VAV) controllers, electronic and pneumatic thermostats, and control programs related to field devices operating HVAC equipment) with network computers. Repair or replace valves, piping, thermostats, dampers, grills, turning vanes, motors, belts, and controls. Preventively maintain HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Balance HVAC systems. Recharge and recover refrigerants in A/C systems. Perform and support HVAC construction projects and departmental jobs. Mentor and train lower-level technicians. Enter maintenance data via the work order system for work requests (WR) and time. Maintain EPA Refrigerant Recovery Journal. Provide support services to other trades (e.g., properly route or phase WR) as may be required for the timely and efficient repair of buildings and/or equipment. Initiate purchases of materials and parts used for repairs. Clean and maintain shop, work areas, and personal equipment. Operate state/UF vehicle(s). Valid Florida driver license required. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant Recovery TYPE II Certification required. Post-offer health assessment. Criminal background check. Work Schedule Schedule may vary depending on location. Total hours per week: 40. Emergency work (as needed). Swing shift/on-call/standby (as required). Position considered essential personnel as defined by UF Policy. Salary Hourly: $21.25 based on experience. Qualifications Required Qualifications: High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of two years (or equivalent) of an HVAC apprenticeship program or two years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Employee must participate in the HVAC FaSTPath Program and meet the requirements to progress to HVAC Levels III and IV; training will be provided. Valid Florida driver license. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant Recovery TYPE II Certification. Must be willing to perform health assessment and undergo criminal background check. Preferred Qualifications: Experience: 3 years. Knowledge of modern materials and techniques for HVAC; working knowledge of blueprints and schematic drawings. Skilled in troubleshooting pneumatic and electrical/digital devices related to refrigeration and A/C equipment. Skilled in using modern equipment and materials. Skilled in soldering refrigerant and water piping/tubing. Skilled in recovering refrigerant. Ability to follow safety practices; recognize necessary materials; read service and work requests. Physical: Ability to drive or walk to sites; move or lift up to 100 pounds with assistance; work in confined spaces; wear safety equipment; climb; reach above shoulder; kneel; bend; work in areas with animals. Our Commitment We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or the Florida Relay System at View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF. #J-18808-Ljbffr