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About the Role

The HVAC & Refrigeration Mechanic I installs, maintains, operates, and repairs building systems including pneumatic/electric, electronic, electro-mechanical controls, refrigeration, air conditioning, and related heating and ventilation (HVAC) systems. This role involves using specialized testing equipment, working with control technicians, and providing functional supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, repairs, instructs, advises, and mentors employees, technicians, and journeymen on the operation and maintenance of campus Energy Management Systems and H.V.A.C. systems.
• Acts as a first responder for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing all control systems, including pneumatic/electric, electronic, electro-mechanical, and software program controls.
• Provides preventive maintenance services on pneumatic/electric, electronic, electro-mechanical controls and various refrigeration units, documenting all work performed.
• Utilizes computer programs to operate, maintain, calibrate, and adjust building HVAC systems for energy efficiency.
• Maintains and develops operational, procedural, and emergency response standards for controls and air conditioning/refrigeration systems.
• Assists Engineering staff in drawing review, inspection, and troubleshooting for new HVAC, refrigeration, and controls equipment.
• Operates University-owned motorized vehicles around campus.
• Practices and promotes excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Massachusetts Refrigeration License.
• Possession and maintenance of a current and valid class D Driver's License.
• Metasys Facility Operators Certificate (must complete within one year of hiring).
• CFC certification.
• Minimum three (3) years in the HVAC and refrigeration trade, preferably in the Industrial, Commercial arena, or an Associate’s degree with a major in a technical discipline and two years in the trade.
• Knowledge of the installation, construction, repair, and maintenance of Chillers 30 ton and larger.
• Skill and knowledge in the operation of pneumatic/electric, electronic, electro-mechanical, software program controls systems.
• Skill and knowledge of building control systems in context with HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Skill and knowledge in the air conditioning/refrigeration field with technical competency in absorption, centrifugal, and reciprocal units.
• Skill and knowledge to respond promptly to control, air conditioning, and refrigeration system deficiencies under any conditions without supervision.
• Skill and knowledge to interpret blueprints, schematics, and elementary diagrams associated with HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of safety practices, preventive maintenance practices, and the operation of standard testing equipment.
• Skill and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing.
• Ability to operate pneumatic, electric, electro-mechanical, and computerized controls systems effectively.
• Ability to diagnose improper chiller operation and/or maintenance practices and initiate or complete repairs.
• Ability to field upgrade control systems and mechanical equipment without technical assistance.
• Ability to accept and implement new technology through training and evaluate training needs of new employees.
• Ability to analyze and relate to the unique needs and concerns of Campus Customers.
• Ability to coordinate various trades harmoniously to complete multi-trade tasks.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
• Must wear university clothing when supplied.
• Must be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

Skills

• HVAC and refrigeration trade
• Industrial/Commercial HVAC and refrigeration
• Chiller installation, construction, repair, and maintenance (30 ton and larger)
• Pneumatic/electric controls systems operation
• Electronic controls systems operation
• Electro-mechanical controls systems operation
• Software program controls systems operation
• Building control systems
• Heating systems
• Ventilation systems
• Air conditioning systems
• Hydraulic systems
• Steam systems
• Force air systems
• Absorption units
• Centrifugal units
• Reciprocal units
• Interpreting blueprints, schematics, and elementary diagrams
• Safety practices
• Preventive maintenance practices
• Operation of standard testing equipment
• Basic plumbing
• Customer service

Location

• Amherst

Work Type

• Full Time
• Onsite

Experience Level

• Minimum three (3) years in the HVAC and refrigeration trade
• Associate’s degree with a major in a technical discipline and two years in the trade

Education Level

• Associate’s degree with a major in a technical discipline

Salary/Compensations

• Pay Grade: AFSCME Grade 17

About the Company

• This position is essential and includes the obligation to work overtime, return to work between scheduled shifts when directed, and report to work during any delays, early departures, and closures.