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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 world-class standard in service.
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The Opportunity:
The Maintenance Department at Facilities and Business Operations is seeking an experienced HVAC Specialist II. In this role you will provide critical support for the operational maintenance and sanitation of campus buildings ensuring a safe functional clean efficient and attractive living and learning environment. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting issues providing service and responding to customer and staff requests. This role also requires readiness to address emergencies and unforeseen situations. Assignments may rotate based on departmental needs to support cross-training and operational goals.
The ideal candidate has intermediate-level expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems including but not limited to water source heat pumps direct expansion systems and electrical and plumbing systems. You will ensure all components comply with national and state codes perform preventative maintenance and repair HVAC systems. On-call responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor.
Responsibilities:
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on HVAC systems through planned and scheduled work orders.
Address corrective repairs promptly to restore functionality.
Calibrate controls to maintain design temperature and humidity.
Check refrigerant charges and pressures ensuring compliance with EPA Section 608.
Conduct repairs on various HVAC components including air systems compressors controls and more.
Assist in project planning for asset maintenance.
Update and maintain data in the Integrated Work Management System (IWMS).
Fulfill work requests assigned through IWMS.
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:
3-5 years of hands-on experience performing preventative and predictive maintenance on HVAC systems preferred.
EPA Certification or training in HVAC maintenance practices is desirable.
Practical experience in checking refrigerant charges and pressures as well as handling and disposing of refrigerants safely.
Skilled in conducting repairs on a wide range of HVAC components including air systems compressors and controls.
Health Assessment Required:
UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
The anticipated hourly range for this position is $23.33 - $31.21. The final rate 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 next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked 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
6:00am-2:30pm Monday-FridayType of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
$23.33 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 a Florida public university the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Full-Time