Service & Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R)

About the role

The candidate will spend a majority of their time in the field responding to daily HVAC-R service requests and performing scheduled preventative maintenance on campus HVAC and energy management equipment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to daily service requests (work orders) and scheduled preventative maintenance
• Perform a variety of trouble shooting, installation, repair, and maintenance tasks
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and overhaul various HVAC and related equipment including coolers, refrigerators, air conditioning units, humidifiers, compressors, ventilators, cooling towers, and more
• Service and maintain HVAC building automation systems (BAS) and electrical/mechanical equipment
• Document service work using computers
• Operate computers for direct digital controls (D.D.C.)
• Remove or install electrical/mechanical HVAC building control equipment and systems
• Assist in small mechanical HVAC equipment and building control system (BCS) projects
• Provide high level customer service
• Perform emergency service promptly when notified
• Read and understand prints and schematics
• Work with and direct outside contractors when necessary
• Occasionally lead a Maintenance Assistant in field tasks

Requirements

To be successful in this position, the incumbent must be able to:

• Diagnose, troubleshoot and overhaul various HVAC and related equipment
• Service and maintain HVAC building automation systems (BAS) and electrical/mechanical equipment
• Operate computers for direct digital controls (D.D.C.)
• Remove or install electrical/mechanical HVAC building control equipment and systems
• Assist in small mechanical HVAC equipment and building control system (BCS) projects
• Provide high level customer service
• Perform emergency service promptly when notified
• Read and understand prints and schematics
• Work with and direct outside contractors when necessary

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with HVAC building automation systems (BAS)
• Experience with direct digital controls (D.D.C.)
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and computerized HVAC equipment
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication and customer service skills

Skills

Essential skills include:

• Technical knowledge of HVAC systems
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Computer literacy, particularly for D.D.C. systems
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication and customer service skills

Benefits

Outstanding benefits package includes comprehensive health and retirement plans, career coaching and training, and support for work-life balance. The University at Buffalo is a public research university with a strong commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee sponsorship, support, or assistance with obtaining work authorization.