Fitchburg State University Looking for HVAC Mechanic I (Grade 14) Full Time

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities: Install heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment including related fixtures; check heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment for malfunctions; maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment; and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to install, maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in installing heating, ventilating, air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including controls and related fixtures, knowledge of blueprints, appropriate machines, tools and work aids in order to join tubing or pipes; cuts and threads pipes; solders or brazes joints; mounts compressor and condenser units; connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls, and circulating ventilation fans to electrical power sources.
2. Checks equipment for malfunctioning by observing pressure and vacuum gauges and other indicators; by adjusting controls in testing joints and connections for gas leaks; by injecting refrigerant and adjusting valves, controls, and pumps; and by using testing equipment to ensure proper operation.
3. Maintains and repairs equipment by replacing, belts, filters, lubricating motors and bearings replace defective parts such as switches, fuses, thermostats and electrical wiring.
4. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required at Hire:

1. One year full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, refrigeration, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems, or any equivalent combination, or certification of completion of a two year program in refrigeration and heating from a recognized institution above the high school level.
2. Knowledge of the standard preventive maintenance procedures followed in connection with heating, refrigeration, ventilation, air-conditioning and related electrical systems.
3. Knowledge of the methods followed in the lubrication of machinery and equipment.
4. Knowledge of the methods used in the care and maintenance of small hand or power tools.
5. Knowledge of the types and uses of small hand tools such as pliers and screwdrivers. 
6. Knowledge of the safety practices and procedures followed in the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, refrigeration, ventilating, air-conditioning and electrical systems.
7. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a check conducted by the Criminal History Systems Board (CORI check); a background check satisfactory to the university.

Qualifications Acquired on Job:

1. Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities.
2. Knowledge of the policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

One year full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical experience in facilities maintenance, repair of heating, refrigeration, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems, or any equivalent combination, completion of Refrigerant Transition and Recovery certified as Universal within one year of hire.