Skilled Tradesman-STW-HVAC

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.

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Required Education and/or Experience:

• Formal education or training equivalent to a high school diploma;
• Completion of required HVAC education or HVAC trade school training along with the required license; or certification in HVAC Mechanics according to ACA ;
• Requires EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Technician Certification;
• Must be able to work flexible shifts as needed;
• A valid drivers license is required.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install maintain repair and overhaul air conditioning systems commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and combined heating ventilation and cooling systems;
• Inspect repair modify and install HVAC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors receivers condensers chillers water cooling towers forced air converter units pumps automatic and hand valves expansion valves and capillary tubes; connect motors to control panels; Install and calibrate systems; Install copper tubing and repair pipes and tubing as necessary; Test joints and insulate pipes of refrigeration and air conditioning systems; Install rebuild replace or repair fans motors thermostats fuses filters bearings valves controls gaskets and other equipment as necessary;
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units isolated heating and ventilating units including boilers gas and electrically operated air conditioning equipment and make necessary adjustments or repairs; service and repair evaporative coolers; conduct boiler water quality test and treatment; Test and examine boiler operations observing meter and pressure gauges; Adjust boiler burner combustion; Flush boilers descale tubing; rebuild pressure and temperature safety valves and water pumps;
• Repair or replace defective parts in units and equipment and their controls including thermostats automatic switches fan controls log switches damper motors louvers relays filters controls belts compressors heat exchangers high limit controls pressure controls safety valves and automatic gas valves; perform skilled electrical maintenance work in the repair installation and alteration of HVAC equipment components timers motors and wiring systems as needed; Lubricate and pack heating ventilation refrigeration and air-conditioning motors pumps fans and other equipment;
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools welder torch vacuum pump test equipment utilized in the trade and a motor vehicle; maintain equipment in effective and safe working condition; Maintain parts and tool inventory;
• Maintain related records concerning time labor and materials; maintain log of tasks performed and write reports as required;
• Assist other skilled tradesmen to complete projects that require multiple departments to work together;
• Knowledgeable in using computerized maintenance management system
• High-pressure Boiler Operator license from the State of Arkansas or the ability to obtain one within 6-months of starting employment
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to wear a respirator;
• Must be able to negotiate distances (from building to building on campus) and the ability to go up and down stairs in multi-story buildings;
• Must be able to navigate in small spaces including manholes and tunnels to perform maintenance and/or make necessary repairs;
• Must be able to hold start use and operate tools and equipment used in the skilled trade for extended periods;
• Must be able to load/unload tools and equipment (weights varying up to 75 lbs.);
• Must be able to communicate to campus community and co-workers;
• Knowledge of the methods practices and safety precautions in one or more of the skilled trades;
• Knowledge of the accepted practices processes materials and tools of the various skilled trades;
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to one or more of the skilled trades;
• Ability to provide mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates for one or more of the skilled trades;
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints manuals schematics building plans and/or work drawings;
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions;
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle;
• Ability to maintain inventory on needed parts and tools for one or more of the skilled trades.

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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