AC Technician Module C

AC Tech Module C

The University of Southern California (USC) department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking an AC Tech Module C to join its team.

FPM is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.

Come and join the FPM team - a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence.

The AC Tech Module C:

Provides leadership and guidance to journeymen and Zone Maintenance Technicians. Performs standard air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and ventilation procedures as required. Determines need to repair and/or replace equipment. Estimates materials required for specific job components. Participates in the AC Technician Pay for Knowledge and Skills Program including on-the-job training. Performs all appropriate module tasks and demonstrates proficiency as outlined in the AC Technician Pay for Skills section, independently or as part of a team, as assigned by the supervisor. Trains journeymen and other employees specific skills and tasks as required.

Job Accountabilities:

• Performs repair and maintenance procedures for heating and ventilation systems. Works from blueprints, specifications and schematic diagrams.
• Responds to service calls for air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and ventilation systems, including controls and auxiliary components.
• Trains other journeymen, Zone Maintenance Technicians, or other employees specific skills and tasks, as required. Identifies additional training or defines needs for new or continuing training which would benefit staff.
• Monitors, adjusts and calibrates automatic controls of air conditioning and refrigeration system.
• Performs routine safety and maintenance checks on air conditioning and refrigeration system of repair seals, chilled water or condenser water pumps, compressors and pneumatic controls, repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Provides leadership and guidance to others who perform similar work. Sets priorities and timelines and monitors the work of others.
• Installs equipment and fabricates components for system and equipment.
• Estimates materials required for specific job components.
• Fabricates components for air conditioning, heating and ventilation system.
• Maintains clean job site throughout duration and cleans up job site following work completion. Maintains safe working conditions for self and others. Stores and maintains supplies, tools and equipment.
• Prepares reports and/or maintenance records, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid CA driver's license required. Position will participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Notice System. A copy of DMV record will be required as a final condition of employment. For more information, please visit the policy website.
• Valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal certification.
• Five years' minimum experience at journeyman level
• Four years of hands-on training experience / apprenticeship program.
• Familiar with city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, standard safety practices and equipment, and other requirements for workplace safety.
• Experience performing standard trade-related procedures.
• General knowledge of trade-related methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Experience in identifying systems and/or mechanical problems.
• General knowledge of engineering procedures, equipment and systems.
• Education: high school or equivalent

Benefits

• USC's Commitment to You: We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:
• Tuition assistance for you and your family
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options
• 403b retirement account with matching 5% contribution by USC
• 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

Hourly Range:

The hourly rate range for this position is $41.23/hr - $45.98/hr When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.