HVAC Specialist III
HVAC Specialist III
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Job Description
Facilities and Business Operations:
Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty staff students and the broader community. We are committed to excellence providing unparalleled expertise and maintaining a worldclass standard in service.
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The Opportunity:
The Maintenance Department at Facilities and Business Operations seeks an experienced HVAC Specialist III to support campus buildings ensuring a safe functional clean and efficient learning environment. This role focuses on advanced HVAC maintenance troubleshooting and systems optimization.
Responsibilities:
Perform advanced diagnostics repairs and maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration systems including chillers heat pumps and DX systems.
Conduct preventative and predictive maintenance to ensure continuous operation and avoid interruptions.
Calibrate and repair electric electronic and pneumatic controls to maintain design conditions.
Diagnose and address refrigeration malfunctions repair compressors and handle emergency HVAC repairs.
Use BAS controls to troubleshoot and enhance HVAC performance.
Propose system enhancements and ensure compliance with EPA state and local regulations.
Manage and prioritize HVAC work orders addressing urgent requests and air quality concerns promptly.
Collaborate with junior HVAC staff on complex repairs and planned maintenance for boilers chillers pumps and related equipment.
Oversee technical projects to maintain critical campus assets and ensure effective internal controls.
Support HVAC specifications development including stakeholder education design review and standards compliance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in heating ventilation and/or air conditioning; or a high school diploma and 4 years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information
Preferred Qualifications:
5 years of handson experience performing advanced preventative and predictive maintenance on complex HVAC systems including chillers boilers and BAScontrolled equipment.
EPA Certification or equivalent training in HVAC and refrigeration maintenance including safe handling and disposal of refrigerants.
Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of HVAC components such as air systems compressors pneumatic controls and electronic controls.
Demonstrated expertise in analyzing refrigerant charges and pressures to optimize system performance.
Proven leadership abilities including experience in delegating tasks training and motivating team members from various backgrounds.
Experience within a university or large corporate environment.
Familiarity with various computer programs including Microsoft Office and the Integrated Work Management System (IWMS) or similar software.
Effective communication skills in English in order to: Work effectively with customers; Operate and demonstrate the functions of the electronic equipment; Utilize telecommunication devices. Bilingual ability is a plus to facilitate communication within various teams and effectively serve a broader range of clients.
Ability to work in outdoor conditions and within differing climates in confined spaces and at different elevations.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team collaborating with individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences.
Health Assessment Required:
UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $26.83 $35.89. The final salary will be determined based on the candidates qualifications experience and internal equity considerations.
Position requires a valid Class E drivers license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
May be required to participate in respiratory medical examination and training in use of respirators.
If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential
As a nextgeneration public research university and Forbesranked top employer in Florida we are a community of thinkers doers creators innovators healers and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is when you join Knight Nation youll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. Youll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty staff and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow youll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and youll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
Benefit packages including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
And moreFor more benefits information view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting it is UCFs expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department
Facilities Operations MaintenanceWork Schedule
Monday Friday 6:00 AM to 2:30 PMType of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
$26.83 to NegotiableJob Posting End Date
0AMVeterans Preference:
Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans Preference please visit Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As a Florida public university UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smokefree campus and an EVerify employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
