Air Conditioning Mechanic I

About the role

Under general supervision, responsible for maintaining and repairing the HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Also, responsible for monitoring and maintaining the Energy Management System to maintain the comfort level of the buildings. This role may work some weekends, during college closings, and is required to report in times of equipment failure or outage.

What a day of an Air Conditioning Mechanic I looks like:

• Provides prompt and courteous service to service requests; Answer, screen, research, inform, advise, record, process and follow-up all customer requests efficiently and expeditiously as received by telephone and work orders
• Provides progress updates of work being performed
• Analyses mechanical equipment database for life expectancy planning
• Maintains, operates, and troubleshoots the refrigeration, air conditioning/heating and ventilation systems and related equipment
• Servicing and maintaining refrigeration equipment, heating, and air conditioning systems by determining malfunction and replacing or repairing defective parts or elements
• Maintains the chilled water treatment and energy management systems
• Ensures the proper and efficient operation of all related equipment
• Covers operation and maintenance of automated energy management controls
• Develops energy utilization program, collects and analyzes data to establish long range goals
• Provides technical assistance to department or campus or other functions
• Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structure, and pipe and electric system for department campus, or college
• Changes filter in air handlers; perform plumbing and electrical repairs on heating and air conditioning or other mechanical system, as required
• Performs regularly scheduled maintenance on equipment and machinery
• Maintains current inventory of supplies and equipment, notifies appropriate parties if inventory runs low
• Prepares required reports for various internal and external requests
• Responsible for compliance with appropriate State, Federal, and local safety regulations to include but not limited to OSHA, EPA, and NFPA to ensure a safe learning and working environment
• Follows established safety practices

Education And Experience

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• 4+ years related work experience in maintenance, repair and installation of HVAC and/or refrigeration equipment

Knowledge Of

• Heating and air conditioning service and installation techniques
• Methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of heating and air conditioning equipment

Skills In

• Problem/situation analysis
• Customer Service
• Verbal and written communication
• Attention to Detail

Ability To

• Work with diverse populations and varying education levels
• Multitasking capabilities
• Prioritize assignments/workload / time management

Physical Demands

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds
• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds
• Reach and grasp objects
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Use of video display terminal
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color
• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury
• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions
• Risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens
• Operate motor vehicle
• Work a fluctuating work schedule

Culture

Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

Education Benefits

• Tuition fee waiver at PBSC
• Tuition reimbursement
• Degree recognition award
• Educational leave
• More

Health and Wellness

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• More

Generous Time Off

• Vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off

Panther Perks

• Potential remote or hybrid opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more

Professional Development

• Leadership programs
• Professional learning workshops
• More

Retirement Investments

• State retirement plan options
• Voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans