AC Refrigeration Technician Journeyperson

The Cornell University campus is widely admired as one of the world’s most beautiful academic settings. The Division of Facilities and Campus Services is committed to providing the highest quality service to faculty, students, staff, alumni, and visitors. Facilities Management (FM) provides maintenance, grounds, and custodial services to the entire campus. FM serves as a partner within the zone structure for the Contract Colleges, Endowed, and Student and Campus Life zones. As a key steward of the University’s facilities, FM is responsible for facility assessments, skilled trades, general construction, building care, grounds, recycling, asbestos, and the management of planned, corrective, and preventive maintenance. Responsibilities Install, repair, and troubleshoot refrigeration, air conditioning and compressed air systems and controls. Perform preventative maintenance on systems and respond to emergency trouble calls. Work in accordance with departmental and university defined roles, responsibilities, and jurisdictional guidelines. Acquire and maintain required licenses and/or specialized knowledge to perform work and maintain equipment. Maintain good working relationships with building coordinators, department customers, and the Cornell community. Use an electronic work management system to receive work assignments, prioritize tasks, document and record all efforts, and maintain appropriate records and logs. Qualifications Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. High school diploma or equivalent; at least 5 years of experience in refrigeration or a related field. Certified as a universal technician, per 40CFR Part 82 Subpart F, and provide proof of certification. Basic, working knowledge of computers. Member of the local plumbers or electricians union, or willing to join the union within 30 days of starting employment at Cornell. Good customer relations, interpersonal communication, and teamwork skills. Required to inspect and work in crawl spaces, attics, laboratories, ventilation equipment, mechanical rooms, mechanical shafts, sub basements, and confined or isolated areas. Access by ladder or scaffold tower on platforms up to 100 feet high. Risk exposure to asbestos, toxic vapors, heat, cold, height, and accumulated dirt. Use of employer‑provided safety equipment, including a respirator, is required. Available to work overtime as duties require, including weekends. Possibility of shift work. Deliver heavy material to job sites. Ability to ascend and descend heights, have agility and freedom of movement, climb stairs, ladders, and scaffold, and move easily in confined spaces. Valid U.S. driver’s license; may be required to operate a motor vehicle to travel to/from job sites. Preferred Qualifications Apprentice certification desirable. Benefits & Compensation This is a benefits‑eligible, union position within the BTC. The starting pay rate is $41.72 per hour. Cornell provides educational benefits, access to wellness programs, employee discounts, health care options to choose from, paid leave provisions (3 weeks of vacation leave, health and personal leave, 13 holidays including end‑of‑year winter break through New Year’s Day, 2 floating holidays), and superior retirement contributions. No visa sponsorship and no relocation assistance are available for this position. EEO Statement Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world‑class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “… any person … any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy, age, creed, religion, disability, arrest record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr