Senior HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic
Florida International University
Miami, FL
Full-time
Maintenance
Posted on April 23, 2024
About FIU
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.
Job Summary
Maintains, repairs, replaces, and installs all phases of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems and equipment to provide quality building environments enhancing the learning experience and comfort for the students, faculty, and staff. Changes air filters in all HVAC equipment and Clean/Replace A/C vents as needed. Checks equipment operation and reports any issues of the A/C to the department coordinator.
Begin time: 7:00 AM
End time: 3:30 PM
Working Condition(s)
Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How to Claim Vet Preference
Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:
If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.
Disclosures
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.
Job Summary
Maintains, repairs, replaces, and installs all phases of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems and equipment to provide quality building environments enhancing the learning experience and comfort for the students, faculty, and staff. Changes air filters in all HVAC equipment and Clean/Replace A/C vents as needed. Checks equipment operation and reports any issues of the A/C to the department coordinator.
- Assists in operating, maintaining, altering, and repairing the Facilities Maintenance equipment and HVAC systems at the Modesto Maidique Campus. Performs preventive maintenance on all HVAC systems, units, and equipment. Operates four Carrier Chillers (1500 tons), seven Trane Chillers (5-1500 and 2-1000 tons), and one York Chiller (1000 tons) in the Main, Substation, Satellite, and EC CU Plants. Assists with corrective and preventative maintenance of these units and associated equipment. Operates motor vehicles to transport materials in the performance of these duties.
- Performs a variety of operating and preventative maintenance duties to ensure that the University's HVAC equipment is maintained to provide the University community with an adequate and uninterrupted comfortable working environment. Performs pre-scheduled preventative maintenance on Air Handlers, Pumps, and Ventilation systems. Performs belt adjustments and changes, filter cleaning and/or changing, coil cleaning, motor replacement, bearing lubrication/replacement, general cleaning of equipment and mechanical rooms, and periodic painting of the equipment and/or rooms. Communicates problems and utilities concerns to the Department Coordinator seeking their expertise and/or solution.
- Operates, maintains, and repairs .5 to 25 ton central/package A/C units and individual A/C units on campus. Performs coil cleaning, motor repairs/replacement, Freon charging and recovery, electrical switch control replacements, and routine preventative maintenance.
- Operates and maintains cooling towers. Performs fan motor/drive repair/replacement, pump cleaning, water analysis, and water treatment equipment inspection, and routine preventative maintenance.
- Operate FIU's Maximo Work Order program to document work being completed thru corrective, routine, and preventative maintenance requests. Generate, create, and complete work orders with actual/time and log inputs in a timely manner.
- Operates the FIU Energy Management Systems to check and monitor building temperatures and settings as needed for events and normal use.
- Operates and maintains all chilled water pumps, all exhaust/supply fans, all water coolers, and lab fume hoods and associated fans (ie: lubricates/cleans, repairs, and replaces) to keep equipment operating efficiently as designed.
- Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, storms, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator
- Five (5) years of HVAC experience, and completion of a HVAC technical training program in HVAC.
- Universal Refrigerant Card Certificate.
- Staff
- $45,000 - $52,000
Begin time: 7:00 AM
End time: 3:30 PM
Working Condition(s)
- Confined Space Entry
- Hazardous Chemicals
- Loud Noise from Equipment/Machinery/Vibration
- Manual Materials Handling
- Needs personal protective equipment for the job
- Operating University Vehicles (all types)
- Power Tools
- Roof Work & Scaffolds
- Ultraviolet/Infrared Generating Equipment
- Utilities & High Voltage Equipment
- Compressed Gases/Liquids
- Ladders/Lifts/ Elevated Platforms
- Metal/Wood Working Machinery
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Required to work outside more than one hour per day
- Welding Equipment
- Criminal Background Check
- Driver's License Check
- Must be able to work in close quarters for prolonged periods of time.
- Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals, liquid, solid waste and soiled material.
- Must be able to work with loud noise from Equipment/Machinery/Vibration.
- On call 24 hour by 7 day for possible emergency situations.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
- Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
- May be required to work on University holidays.
- Travel to FIU Campuses and affiliated hospitals
- Shift may vary according to departmental needs.
Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
How to Claim Vet Preference
Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:
- Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
- Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
- Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
- Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability
- A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.
If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.
Disclosures
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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