HVAC-R Technician - Military Veterans

Department Name: 3CM00:Medical Center Physical Plant

Job Summary:

Reporting directly to the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, the HVAC - R Technician:

• Installs, inspects, troubleshoots, and maintains heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and climate-control systems, including refrigerated storage equipment, HVAC units, ice machines, etc., as well as works on the mechanical and electrical components of these systems
• Checks for leaks in gas and refrigeration units, ensuring the movement and lubrication of bearings and inspecting the condition of belts involving motors
• Performs routine inspections of existing equipment, such as compressors, condensers, electrical connections, and motor operations
• Utilizes operating tools, gages, and testing equipment for refrigeration systems
• Diagnoses problems and makes repairs to existing equipment
• Applies troubleshooting methods, replaces parts, and runs tests to ensure the systems are working properly following repairs
• Applies welding and soldering techniques as required
• Replaces and upgrades systems, applying the use of more sophisticated systems to improve service and obtain energy efficiencies
• Assists other trades with electrical work, refrigeration and cooling installation, inspection, and maintenance of gas lines and valves, and plumbing
• Checks all electrical equipment to identify problems in control mechanisms, circuits, breakers, and valves
• Reads and understands product manuals, blueprints, diagrams, and schematics
• Reports, documents, and informs supervisor of unit conditions
• Trains other technicians as necessary.

In addition, this position:

• models and promotes excellent customer service for internal and external customers
• Works well with contractors and other tradesmen
• Ensures refrigeration systems are safe and running efficiently
• Follows all protocols
• Complies with safety procedures, statutory regulations, federal and state codes

Skills /Knowledge/Abilities:

MS Windows/Office; SAP ; KRONOS

Understanding the operations of commercial and residential refrigeration systems and components; electrical and plumbing concepts; welding and soldering techniques; operating tools, gages, and testing equipment for refrigeration systems.

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education:

HS

Required Related Experience:

7 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification :

KY Journeyman's Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning ( HVAC ) Mechanic License
Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) Section 608 Universal Certification

Preferred Education/Experience:

Associate's Degree + 5 Years

Technical Diploma + 6 Years

Driver's License - Preferred

Demonstrated experience in refrigeration and HVAC - previous journeyman or apprentice experience - Preferred.

University Community of Inclusion:

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.