Refrigeration Mechanic

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA) Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that Indina University (IU) campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations, maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at IU Bloomington. As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well-functioning campus. Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces chillers, central air systems, window air conditioners, chillers, and refrigeration equipment. Adjusts or replaces worn or defective mechanisms and parts and reassembles repaired systems.Adjusts valves according to specifications and charges system with proper type of refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system.Brazes or solders parts to repair defective joints and leaks.Rods out/cleans heat exchangers/tube bundles.Cuts, bends, threads, and connects pipe to functional components and water, power, or refrigeration system.Dismantles malfunctioning systems and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic testing equipment.Drills holes and installs mounting brackets and hangers into floor and walls of building. Fabricates and assembles structural and functional components of refrigeration system, using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.Installs expansion and control valves, using acetylene torches and wrenches. Installs wiring to connect components to an electric power source.Works as a team with heat mechanics in maintaining, servicing, and repairing HVAC equipment and boiler equipment including water treatment. Services, repairs, and rebuilds pumps and compressors. Performs other general building maintenance as needed. Performs some other cross-functional electrical work. Drives vehicle as needed. Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed. EDUCATION Required High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED) Required WORK EXPERIENCE 5 years of verifiable journey level experienceCertificate in relevant DOL apprenticed trade LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Required Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire Skills Required Ability to work in a safe and efficient mannerProficient communication skillsMaintains a high degree of professionalismDemonstrated time management and priority setting skillsDemonstrates a high commitment to qualityPossesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environmentSeeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialtyHighly thorough and dependableDemonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressureExcellent organizational skillsAbility to represent the company with external constituentsAbility to drive multiple projects to successful completionStrong verbal communication and listening skillsAbility to build strong customer relationshipsKnowledge of and ability to use materials, methods/principles and tools specific to the needs of the Refrigerator Mechanic tradeAbility to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and/or schematicsKnowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinancesAbility to operate computerAbility to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position oneself in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Bloomington, Indiana $36.89 per hour For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insuranceHealth savings account with generous IU contributionsHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accountsBasic group life insurance paid by IUVoluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insuranceBase retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vestingVoluntary supplemental retirement plan optionsTuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each yearGenerous paid time off plansPaid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer eventsEmployee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure. Career Level: Mastery FLSA: Nonexempt Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility Job Family: Energy & Utilities Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. 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