HVACRefrigerant Technician Facilities Services UTK
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Job Location:
Knoxville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The HVAC/Refrigerant Technician is responsible for installing maintaining diagnosing and repairing commercial refrigeration systems with a specific focus on refrigeration units used in commercial settings. This individual will provide support to other areas of Facilities Services & Dining Services and will assist in evaluating the needs of each system to maintain critical heating and cooling systems within required areas.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine preventative maintenance and service tasks on HVAC/Refrigerant (HVAC/R) systems to ensure efficient operation.
- Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration components such as compressors motors condensers and evaporators.
- Diagnose electrical and mechanical defects and malfunctions in HVAC/R systems by visual inspection and through the use of testing devices.
- Test and calibrate HVAC/R systems for optimal performance.
- Comply with all safety standards and regulations while performing work.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and parts used.
- Report and correct any unsafe practices or conditions to supervision.
- Respond to emergency service calls for HVAC and refrigeration repairs.
- Study technical materials and repair manuals to increase knowledge of equipment and systems used on campus and the safety protocols needed for safe operation of all systems.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Education:
- High school diploma or GED
- EPA Section 608 Certification.
- Experience:5-years of experience or an equivalent combination of trade school (HVAC or Refrigerant related field) and experience. Experience may substitute for education on a year-to-year basis.
- Knowledge Skills Abilities:
- Ability to understand standard equipment operating and handling safety protocols.
- Mechanical knowledge and skills to service and repair HVAC/R systems and related equipment.
- Ability to follow given instructions and maintain accurate records.
- Other Conditions:
- Valid Drivers license
- Ability to wear a respirator and other assigned PPE
Work Location
- University of Tennessee Knoxville TN Campus
- This is an on-site position
Compensation and Benefits
- UT market range:
- Anticipated hiring range:
- Find more information on the UT Market Range structurehere
- Find more information on UT Benefitshere
About The College/Department/Division
UT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utilities systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxvilles largest non-academic department team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair custodial needs landscaping and lawncare utility work in-house and capital construction projects facilities planning and design environmental initiatives pest control campus event services and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. The Facilities Services staff provides around-the-clock coverage to ensure students staff faculty and fans have a consistent and positive experience every time they step foot on Rocky Top.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- HVAC/R
- Service Technician Experience
- Sheet Metal
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Refrigeration
- HVAC Design
- Ductwork
- Troubleshooting
- Air Conditioning
About Company
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for ... View more
