AC/Refrigeration Mechanic - Military Veterans

Position Information

Posting date 04/29/2024

Closing date

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Number 0400001

Position Title AC/Refrigeration Mechanic

Department this Position Reports to Equip Mtnce Shop

Hiring Range Minimum $33.73/hr.

Hiring Range Maximum $34.23/hr.

Union Type SEIU

SEIU Level Q

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employment Category Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year 12

Scheduled Hours per Week 40

Schedule
Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location of Position
Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only

Is this a term position? No

If yes, length of term in months. NA

Is this a grant funded position? No

Position Purpose
The position works on the installation, repair, and maintenance of the College's refrigeration, air conditioning, and chilled water systems in all College buildings. The position also provides service for the ammonia refrigeration system of Thompson Arena ice rink, routine building maintenance services on electrical and HV/AC equipment for all GPO and athletic facilities, and troubleshooting services for off hour emergency response needs.

Under general supervision, the Refrigeration and Air ConditioningMechanic is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of: a variety of domestic, industrial, and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning units such as walk-in and reach-in coolers, refrigerators, ice cream cabinets, deep freezers, and evaporative coolers; large systems that provide a variety of air modification functions such as heating, cooling, humidifying, dehumidifying, cleaning, filtering, and circulating, in order to condition the air for buildings, central computer facilities, laboratories and experimental facilities.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp High School plus 3+ years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Must have a Universal license in refrigeration from a recognized organization.
• Must be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Working knowledge of and skill and experience in the various aspects of industrial, commercial and residential refrigeration and air conditioning systems, which includes knowledge of: reciprocating, centrifugal, absorption, low voltage electrical systems and circuitry, the principles and theories of the refrigeration cycle, temperature measurement, the properties of refrigerants, heat transfer laws, the use of refrigerant tables, methods to calculate air flow, and pressure temperature characteristics for different systems.
• Knowledge of ammonia-based refrigeration systems.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, wiring schematics, and other specifications.
• Knowledge of all relevant safety codes and environmental standards.
• Ability to follow instructions orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision or as part of team
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Must have successfully completed the following training prior to performing work to which the training relates: Driver Safety; Hazard Communication; Lock-out/tag-out; Respirator Training; Fit, and Physical Examination; Working in confined spaces

Preferred Qualifications

• Some post-secondary technical school training and a 1 to 3 year apprenticeship in refrigeration and/or electrical work preferred.

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries Jason Bergeron, Assistant Director - Maintenance Services

Department Contact Phone Number Jason.A.Bergeron@dartmouth.edu

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Jason Bergeron, Assistant Director - Maintenance Services

Department Contact's Phone Number 603-646-3323

Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
UNION POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO SEIU UNION MEMBERS ONLY DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF POSTING . AFTER ONE WEEK OF POSTING , IF THE POSITION HAS NOT BEEN FILLED INTERNALLY , IT IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE DARTMOUTH COMMUNITY .
OPEN TO UNION MEMBERS ONLY FROM (4/29/24) THROUGH (5/5/24).

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy