Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyUniversity at Buffalo

TitleService & Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $50425 to $50425 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7:30 PM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Erie

Street Address XXX

City Buffalo

StateNY

Zip Code14214

Job Specifics

Duties Description In this position the candidate should expect to spend a majority of their time in the field responding to daily HVAC-R service requests (work orders) and scheduled preventative maintenance in support of the University’s HVAC and energy management equipment. This equipment consist of the building automation direct digital controllers, air handlers, VAV boxes, fin radiation, fan coils, exhaust fans, heat pumps, humidifiers, heat recovery units, and other heating, cooling and ventilation systems on campus.

Key responsibilities include:
Respond to daily service requests (work orders) and scheduled preventative maintenance
Perform a variety of trouble shooting, installation, repair, and maintenance tasks.
To be successful in this position the incumbent must be able to diagnose, troubleshoot and overhaul the following:
All types of coolers, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioning units and systems
Humidifiers
Compressors
Ventilators
Cooling towers and other similar and related equipment
Diagnose, troubleshoot and service the HVAC building automation systems (BAS) and electrical/mechanical equipment of all types found on campus. These are mechanical, electrical and computerized equipment used to perform HVAC energy management and climate control.
Use computer to document service work performed
Operate computers used in the field of direct digital controls (D.D.C.)
Perform the removal or installation of electrical/mechanical HVAC building control equipment and systems
Involved in all facets of small mechanical HVAC equipment and building control system (BCS) projects
Provide high level of customer service
Expected to perform emergency service promptly when-notified
Read and understand prints and schematics
Work with and direct outside contractors when necessary

In some cases the Trade Generalist will be responsible for directing a Maintenance Assistant who will assist in the field tasks.

The candidate must detail their qualifications and submit appropriate documentation with their application to clearly explain and demonstrates their skills and competency for this position

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications The candidate must have demonstrated experience and understanding of commercial/institutional HVAC-R mechanical and electrical equipment, systems, controls and sequence of operations that support building energy management. This equipment includes but is not limited to DDC controllers, air handling units, roof top units, VAV boxes, fan coil units, fume hoods, unit heaters, exhaust fans, variable speed drives, humidifiers and all other institutional equipment and systems.

The candidate must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and ability to:
Diagnose, service, repair and replace HVAC-R equipment and systems
Perform repairs and troubleshooting of various types of control devices
Replaces parts, reassembles and checks performance of energy management equipment
Read and understand prints and schematics
Must communicate well with other employees
Have a working knowledge of computers and equipment used in the field of control systems
Must be able to understand and follow written and/or oral instructions.
Must be able to communicate well with the entire campus community and demonstrate a willingness to provide customer service and support when advised of problems and equipment malfunctions.
Be willing and able to respond to after hour calls resulting from equipment and system failures that may arise at any time of day or any day of the week
The incumbent may be required to work during adverse weather conditions to ensure continuous operation of all BMS and HVAC systems.
Since the activities of other employees depend upon the availability of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that will be considered when filling this vacancy.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of a NYS two-year Refrigeration Mechanic Traineeship;
Or
Successful completion of a NYS two-year refrigeration repair and maintenance training program;
Or
Successful completion of any equivalent refrigeration two-year training or apprenticeship program;
Or
* Successful completion of four years of full time experience in the mechanical or electrical trades under a skilled journey level mechanic or electrician which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program, one year of which must include both training and work in the operation and maintenance of commercial type of refrigeration or air-conditioning equipment. Apprenticeship training in the mechanical or electrical trades
Or
Training gained by completion of technical courses in the mechanical or electrical trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted on a year for year basis.

* Successful completion of the traineeship and the training program includes a total of 288 hours of trade specific class room instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. Course work must be completed with an average of C or better. Additionally, successful completion of the traineeship also includes 4,000 hours of on the job training.

When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
Preferred Qualifications
HVAC-R training certification
Refrigeration handling certification
Strong Information Technology aptitude
Four Years Building Automation Systems (BAS) field experience.
Certifications from Siemens or Andover Controls BAS training schools

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name CARL KIRCHGRABER

Telephone 716-264-3348

Fax

Email Address CK72@BUFFALO.EDU

Address

Street XXX

City Buffalo

State NY

Zip Code 14214

 

Notes on ApplyingApplications for this position will only be accepted online. To apply, please visit:

https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63218