HVAC/Mechanical Worker

Job Summary

The HVAC/Mechanical Worker will perform the maintenance, repair and upkeep of heating and air conditioning equipment, electrical and plumbing operations, and chemical treatment of water used throughout campus.

Essential Functions

• Practice superior customer service.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Display respect and civility to all constituencies in all communications.
• Attend work timely and on a regular basis during the established hours of operation; work additional hours as business necessitates.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating and air conditioning equipment.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and plumbing systems.
• Assist in the maintenance of industrial water softeners.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all HVAC/Mechanical equipment.
• On alternating basis with mechanical shop, personnel, will be on-call every other week.
• Assist with snow removal.

Required Core Competencies and Professional Experience

• Ability to fluently read, write, and understand the English language.
• Proficiency with the following, but not limited to: active listening; speaking; writing; critical thinking; judgment and decision making; monitoring; reading comprehension; time management; coordination; and management of personnel resources.
• Proficiency for using a variety of computer and technology-related software and equipment, including Microsoft Office products and database systems.
• Proficiency in using web-based technologies, including database systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with or without direct supervision.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills.
• Experience in installation and maintenance of heating and air conditioning equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and operations.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems and operations.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair of boilers.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Able to work on-call.
• EPA certification-Environmental Protection Agency licensure in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.

Preferred Core Competencies and Professional Experience

• Knowledge in maintenance of industrial water softeners.
• Licenses in plumbing and/or electrical systems.
• Tech school training.

Special Requirements (if any)

• Valid Missouri E driver’s license or ability to attain one.
• Must meet and maintain requirements as an approved driver for Columbia College.
• Able to move and lift minimum 50 pounds.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Conditions

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Rarely exposed to outside weather conditions; however, possible exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety may occur while operating certain equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually mild.