As a Service and Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R), the candidate should expect to spend a majority of their time in the field responding to daily HVAC-R service requests (work orders) and scheduled preventative maintenance in support of the University’s HVAC and energy management equipment. This equipment consists of the building automation direct digital controllers, air handlers, VAV boxes, fin radiation, fan coils, exhaust fans, heat pumps, humidifiers, heat recovery units, and other heating, cooling, and ventilation systems on campus.
Key responsibilities include:
• Respond to daily service requests (work orders) and scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Perform a variety of troubleshooting, installation, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and overhaul the following:
• All types of coolers, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioning units and systems
• Humidifiers
• Compressors
• Ventilators
• Cooling towers and other similar and related equipment
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and service the HVAC building automation systems (BAS) and electrical/mechanical equipment of all types found on campus.
• Use computer to document service work performed.
• Operate computers used in the field of direct digital controls (D.D.C.).
• Perform the removal or installation of electrical/mechanical HVAC building control equipment and systems.
• Involved in all facets of small mechanical HVAC equipment and building control system (BCS) projects.
• Provide a high level of customer service.
• Expected to perform emergency service promptly when notified.
• Read and understand prints and schematics.
• Work with and direct outside contractors when necessary.
In some cases, the Service & Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R) will be responsible for directing a Maintenance Assistant who will assist in the field tasks.
The candidate must detail their qualifications and submit appropriate documentation with their application to clearly explain and demonstrate their skills and competency for this position.
Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal, and academic pursuits – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about the great benefits the University at Buffalo has to offer.
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity, and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking, and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Departmental Operating Needs
The candidate must have demonstrated experience and understanding of commercial/institutional HVAC-R mechanical and electrical equipment, systems, controls, and sequence of operations that support building energy management. This equipment includes but is not limited to DDC controllers, air handling units, rooftop units, VAV boxes, fan coil units, fume hoods, unit heaters, exhaust fans, variable speed drives, humidifiers, and all other institutional equipment and systems.
The candidate must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability to:
• Diagnose, service, repair, and replace HVAC-R equipment and systems.
• Perform repairs and troubleshooting of various types of control devices.
• Replace parts, reassemble, and check performance of energy management equipment.
• Read and understand prints and schematics.
• Communicate well with other employees.
• Have a working knowledge of computers and equipment used in the field of control systems.
• Understand and follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Communicate well with the entire campus community and demonstrate a willingness to provide customer service and support when advised of problems and equipment malfunctions.
• Be willing and able to respond to after-hour calls resulting from equipment and system failures that may arise at any time of day or any day of the week.
• Work during adverse weather conditions to ensure continuous operation of all BMS and HVAC systems.
• Reliable attendance is a factor that will be considered when filling this vacancy.
Minimum Qualifications
• Successful completion of a NYS two-year Refrigeration Mechanic Traineeship;
Or
• Successful completion of a NYS two-year refrigeration repair and maintenance training program;
Or
• Successful completion of any equivalent refrigeration two-year training or apprenticeship program;
Or
• Successful completion of four years of full-time experience in the mechanical or electrical trades under a skilled journey level mechanic or electrician which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program, one year of which must include both training and work in the operation and maintenance of commercial type refrigeration or air-conditioning equipment.
Or
• Training gained by completion of technical courses in the mechanical or electrical trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
Preferred Qualifications
• HVAC-R training certification
• Strong Information Technology aptitude
• Four Years Building Automation Systems (BAS) field experience.
• Certifications from Siemens or Andover Controls BAS training schools
Physical Demands
Bending, twisting, ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, access equipment located on mezzanines, catwalks, basements, and crawlspaces. Ability to work off ladders, scaffolding, in confined spaces and/or where air monitoring may be required. Work in loud/noisy dusty/dirty environments. Work with or around high-pressure steam, high-voltage electrical systems, and rotating equipment.
Salary Range
Salary Range $47,530
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Days
Weekdays - Monday - Friday
Work Hours
7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Type
Full-Time
Campus
All Campuses
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Additional Information
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes
Background Check Notification
For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Carl Kirchgrabber
Contact's Phone: 716-264-3348
Posting Dates
Posted: 03/27/2024
Date to be Filled: 04/30/2024
Supplemental Questions
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UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview, and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716-645-2266.
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