HVAC Mechanic I

About the Role

This is an entry-level position focused on installing, servicing, and repairing residential and commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC) equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, operation, service, and repair of light commercial heat pump/air conditioning systems and other HVAC equipment, including refrigerators, fume hoods, window units, exhaust ventilators, coolers, deep freezers, and unit ventilators.
• Assist in the operation, service, and repair of pneumatic, electric, or electronic control systems on HVAC systems.
• Regulate and monitor air handling equipment, compressors, cooling tower fans, and related support equipment following operating procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on HVAC equipment, such as replacing filters, motors, and control devices.
• Perform service tasks, including adding refrigerant, lubricating, adjusting and replacing compressors and expansion devices, repairing pumps, cleaning cooling towers, and repacking valve glands and pump seals.
• Install and reinstall wiring and controls to connect components and controls to electrical power sources at low line voltage.
• Service and repair traps, flash tanks, piping, control valves, condensate pumps, and meters on steam systems.
• Perform mechanical joining of piping using industry methods such as soldering, brazing, and gas welding.
• Insulate piping and mechanical equipment, including heat exchangers and associated subsystems.
• Perform insulation repairs to air duct systems.
• Operate and maintain tools, power tools, and equipment of the trade.
• Clean work area upon completion of assignment.
• Assist with snow/ice removal campus-wide as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the supervisor, including attending required training.

Pay

$27.20–$34.00 per hour.