HVAC Mechanic
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Job Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
USD 25 - 27
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Position Title:
HVAC MechanicJob Category:
University StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
HVAC MechanicJob Duties:
The HVAC Mechanic positions are critical to the overall success of the University Housing mission. UWM University Housings mission is to enhance community members cultural understanding leadership skills academic success social connections and social responsibility by creating safe comfortable and well-maintained living learning environments that inspire growth and development for over 4300 residents and 5000 guests each year.
The positions will work for the Facilities Unit for University Housing. The unit is in charge of the upkeep of 1.2 million square feet of residential and retail space. The areas are comprised of Maintenance (which takes mechanical infrastructure electronics paint and elevators) and Custodial which keeps our buildings clean and in tip top condition. The unit also facilitates our capital improvements and long-term project planning.
University Housing is currently hiring positions for 2nd shift. There may be availability for 1st shift work but the main hours we are looking to fill are 2nd shift and 1 weekend day per week. During training hours may vary between 1st and 2nd shift.
The positions will be responsible for providing maintenance repair work within the buildings of Sandburg Halls Kenilworth Apartments Riverview and Cambridge Commons. Under general supervision of the Building & Grounds Supervisor the positions are responsible for troubleshooting repairing adjusting and modifying mechanical and HVAC equipment specifically within the residence halls. The positions are responsible for reexamining our HVAC standards practices and usages for University Housing trouble shooting of building mechanical problems and identifying correcting reporting and communicating building operational and maintenance needs. This role also requires performing repairs on equipment performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment and ensuring satisfactory operation of building systems to meet the programmatic and energy conservation needs and objectives of the building. The METASYS Carrier i-vu InnCom and traditional mechanical controls are used to effectively balance the strict tolerances including temperature humidity and air quality of the environment inside the buildings.
The incumbent should maintain a positive relationship with co-workers residents tenants and guests of the Housing Facilities and be able to accomplish tasks independently as well as working as part of a team.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Performs scheduled preventative and routine maintenance and documents activity on equipment and systems to ensure optimal and safe operation
- Receives prioritizes and responds to service requests according to established timelines and policies
- Identifies prioritizes troubleshoots and escalates system problems equipment malfunctions and repair needs
- Develops and schedules operational work plans for staff occasionally
- Monitors tests maintains and repairs Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems related equipment and controls according to established policies and procedures
Department: University Housing
Compensation: $28.85/hr
Required Qualifications
Professional experience in the HVAC trade and/or commercial experience with boilers chillers furnaces and air handlers
Ability to work in various environments without adverse physical reaction (e.g. within confined areas; extreme temperature ranges; in hot noisy dirty and/or dust-filled areas; at heights in excess of 30 feet etc)
Proficiency in common business productivity software and applications (e.g. MS Office suite email internet etc)
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule that may require nights weekends and holidays as dictated by operational need
Ability and desire to perform a wide range of HVAC and Maintenance type work in a residential facility (i.e. simple to complex mechanical problems arise (blown circuit breakers steam leaks no heat flooding toilets)
Be able to pass written and behind the wheel forklift training within first 90 days.
Ability to meet listed physical requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree or higher from a 2-year college or tech school with a certificate in HVAC and/or similar applicable training as received in a military service school
Facility Operating Engineer 3rd Class License
Experience with computerized climate control systems
Carpentry experience
Plumbing experience
Electrical experience
Professional experience in a 365/24/7 operation performing HVAC and/or maintenance responsibilities
Ability to climb ladders or steps to access equipment
Must have sufficient vision to read directions diagrams and to adjust equipment
Must be able to lift and carry items weighing over 60 pounds
Must not be affected by heights or closed areas
Must have sufficient physical dexterity to work on under and around equipment
Must have the ability to bend reach and kneel
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Education: HS Diploma Required; Associates degree or higher preferred
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to apply online and submit a resume and cover letter that addresses how their experience meets the qualifications of the position. PLEASE NOTE: resumes and cover letters will need to be uploaded to the same area in the application.
In instances where the Search and Screen is unable to ascertain from the candidates application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Contact Information: Kayla Schamerhorn
Student Affairs is required to conduct Post-Offer Pre-Employment screenings on the selected candidate for this role. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing the screening.
Reasonable Accommodations
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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWMis a State agency and subject to Wisconsins Open Records not however reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsins Open Records certain circumstances the identities of final candidates and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
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Employment will require a criminal background the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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