HVAC Mechanic

HVAC Mechanic

Come join the Wisconsin Union as an HVAC Mechanic within our technical maintenance department at the Memorial Union. This position is part of a team responsible for the operation, repair, and maintenance of all mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration units at the Memorial Union. Your role will involve conducting routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on a variety of machines from heating, cooling and ventilation systems to kitchen equipment. A successful candidate will have experience with both HVAC units as well as food service equipment. This position comes with a pension plan, sick leave, plenty of vacation time, and opportunities for professional development.

Work Schedule and Location:

Monday thru Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm with a rotating weekend on-call schedule

100% on-site

Memorial Union 800 Langdon Street Madison WI

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Works special events as required for operational needs
• Identifies, prioritizes, troubleshoots, and escalates system problems, equipment malfunctions, and repair needs
• Monitors, tests, maintains, and repairs Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, related equipment, and controls according to established policies and procedures
• Performs scheduled preventative and routine maintenance and documents activity on equipment and systems to ensure optimal and safe operation
• Receives, prioritizes, and responds to service requests according to established timelines and policies
• Develops and schedules operational work plans for staff occasionally

Compensation:

The expected starting salary is $31.00/ hour. This position is also eligible for weekend and night differential pay.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund.

Required Qualifications:

• 1 year of building maintenance experience please detail your experience including the types of repairs or maintenance you performed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Maintaining and conducting the repairs of HVAC equipment
• HVAC Trouble shooting experience
• Maintaining and repairing food service equipment

Certifications:

• Driver's License Valid and meets UW Risk Management Standards Required
• EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification Preferred

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. frequently needed

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.