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FLSA Status: Nonexempt Revised July 1, 1999 NATURE OF JOB: Under general supervision, performs skilled work at journeyman level. Inspects, maintains, adjusts and makes repairs to the complete HVAC and electrical systems. The principal emphasis is on the use of skills and knowledge of both preventive and applied maintenance techniques to overcome difficult technical problems. Independent judgment is required to start and stop a number of jobs following a nonroutine schedule. EXAMPLES OF WORK: Depending on assignment, the following are typical examples of work: * Installs and conducts preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, air compressors, fans, air conditioning and heating equipment and other devices including refrigeration systems; * Performs inspection maintenance and repair work on both primary distribution and emergency power systems; * Maintains and troubleshoots electrical equipment, motors, belts, pulleys, valves, fans, condensers, evaporator coils, etc.; * Installs new electrical lights, receptacles, switches, controls, air conditioning units and ducts; * Maintains ice machines, water baths, air pumps, chilled and heated seawater systems to include pumps, heat exchangers and cooling and heating equipment, water purification system and LP gas units; * Inspects and tests maintenance machinery and equipment for good running operation; repairs units as needed; orders parts; * Assists faculty, staff and students with electrical, heating and cooling requirements for research; * Assists in scheduling preventive maintenance, keeps service records and maintains time sheets; * Performs other related duties as assigned. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS/OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES: The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES: Requires a minimum of a high school diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with five years' HVAC or electrical experience. Requires the ability to read blueprints and construction specifications. Must be qualified to use a large variety of hand tools and special tools such as amp meters, voltmeters, megometers, airflow devices, refrigeration gauges, vacuum pumps and other test equipment. Requires the ability to plan work projects and review work of completed job sites; ability to assess problems and take corrective action; and the ability to communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work above and below ground level, ascend and descend ladders up to 50 feet, work in cramped quarters and lift, with or without assistance, up to 50 pounds. Must possess a valid Class A motor vehicle operator's license. May be required to work overtime. In certain positions, employment is dependent upon passing a University-specified medical evaluation related to the use of respiratory protection equipment. The EXAMPLES OF WORK are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties assigned to this position. |
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