Indiana University · 2 days ago
Heat Mechanic
Bloomington, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$30.66/hr - $30.66/hr
5+ years expIndiana University is committed to maintaining a beautiful and functional campus, and they are seeking a Heat Mechanic to support their Facility Operations team. The role involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining heating systems and equipment to ensure efficient operation across the university's facilities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Inspects and tests controls and systems to detect and locate malfunctions. Replaces, repairs or rebuilds, and adjusts valves, piping, steam traps, steam pipes, air dryers and compressors, convectors, and humidifiers
Installs and repairs thermostats and sensors. Replaces, repairs, and cleans convectors, and balance system air flow. Maintains and repairs boilers and furnaces in various sized buildings. Checks water levels in steam and hot water boilers including water treatment
Services, repairs, and rebuilds pumps and compressors. Checks gas and air pressure in boilers and furnaces. Changes out and repairs blowers. Cleans boilers. Troubleshoots boilers and systems
Rods out/cleans heat exchangers/tube bundles. Wires controls, thermostats, and motors. Installs pressure and temperature controls. Services forced air furnaces
Works as a team with refrigeration mechanics in maintaining, servicing, and repairing HVAC equipment. Performs other general building maintenance as needed
Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed
Drives vehicle as needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
5 years verifiable journey level experience in the heat field
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to represent the company with external constituents
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Ability to build strong customer relationships
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Ability to successfully complete required training programs
Knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinances
Knowledge and ability to use materials, methods/principles and tools specific to the needs of the Heat Mechanic trade
Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Company
Indiana University
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