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Fairfield University · 4 months ago

HVAC Mechanic/Controls Technician (3rd Shift)

Fairfield, CT

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Fairfield University is seeking an HVAC Mechanic/Controls Technician to perform routine repairs and preventative maintenance on heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment. The role involves ensuring the safety and cleanliness of equipment, interacting with contractors, and completing necessary documentation.

Higher Education

Work & Life Balance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

To perform routine repairs and provide preventative maintenance on all heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment located in campus buildings, dormitories, townhouses, apartment complex and the Central Utilities Facilities complex

Assist on installations of new or repaired equipment utilizing knowledge of electrical and mechanical techniques

To be responsible for the cleanliness and safety of equipment rooms in designated buildings

To complete appropriate documentation. This involves:

Assessing and completing requisitions on supplies needed for servicing

Maintaining and logging accurate records on malfunctions and repairs

To provide backup support if the Associate Director of Energy Services and the Supervisor, HVAC are absent

To interact with the Associate Director of Energy Services and the Supervisor HVAC on major equipment problems and recommending corrective action

To participate in the growth and development of the department. This involves:

Participating in regularly scheduled staff meetings and attending seminars as needed

Promoting an image of efficiency and courtesy throughout the university community and consistent with the department’s mission

Providing recommendations on system modifications, upgrades, policies and procedures

To promote safe and secure working conditions. This involves:

Promoting the proper utilization of equipment and materials

Reporting immediately to supervisor any unsafe working conditions

To perform other related duties as dictated or directed by responsibilities

Qualification

Connecticut State HVAC licenseElectrical techniquesLow voltage controlsDDC controlsEPA certificationPreventative maintenanceMechanical drawingsSafety practicesDocumentation skills

Required

High School diploma

Connecticut State HVAC license required D2

Experience in a systems-oriented environment with some limited exposure to servicing

Familiarity with tools and instruments related to HVAC industry

Demonstrates knowledge of electrical techniques and ability to read floor plans

Must have a valid State of Connecticut driver's license in good standing

Be in good physical condition

Capable of working alone and able to lift reasonable amounts of weight with no physical restrictions

Must be available for emergency call-ins

Must operate a motor vehicle

Preferred

Some trade school preferred

Possession of EPA, OSHA or state licenses or certifications is desirable

Company

Fairfield University

Fairfield University is a school in Fairfield.

Founded in 1942

Fairfield, Connecticut, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.fairfield.edu/

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