Environmental Systems Mechanic I

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of experience in refrigeration heating or air conditioning work including apprenticeship; and
  Obtains refrigeration certificate of at least type 2 within first six months of employment.
  May need to possess a valid drivers license and meet Universitys Fleet Safety Program.
  

Job Profile Description

• Under direct supervision performs skilled work in the area of installation repair alteration replacement and maintenance of components of refrigeration air conditioning and heating (all fuel types) equipment.
  

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Installs and maintains air-moving heating cooling humidification and filtering equipment and systems such as fans heat pumps gas unit heaters forced air equipment furnaces radiant heating condensers compressors pumps fan coil units rooftop package air conditioning units computer room cooling units etc.
Installs and maintains various styles and types of refrigeration equipment and systems.
Installs and maintains equipment related to heating and cooling such as air compressors air dryers and associated non-automated controls.
Tests and evaluates performance of air-moving heating cooling humidification and filtering equipment such as fans heat pumps forced air radiant heating condensers compressors pumps fan coil units rooftop package air conditioning units computer room cooling units etc. using specialized equipment; repairs or replaces defective valves thermostats and other parts.
Reads and interprets blueprints schematics and other drawings diagrams and specifications.
Prepares records and service reports.
Uses chain falls hoists and chokers to safely lift large heavy components into position.
Provides guidance to apprentices and/or students as required.
Other duties as assigned by appropriate department or administrative personnel.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles of operations methods materials and tools utilized in the installation troubleshooting maintenance calibration and repair of air-moving heating cooling humidification and filtering equipment and systems such as fans heat pumps gas unit heaters forced air equipment furnaces radiant heating condensers compressors pumps fan coil units rooftop package air conditioning units computer room cooling units etc.
Ability to properly braze refrigeration tubing and connections.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration National Fire Prevention Association National Fire Code and the Environmental Protection Agency etc.
Knowledge skill and ability to evaluate equipment for either repair or replacement and determine the amount of time and materials necessary to accomplish the task with least downtime of equipment.
Ability to interpret blueprints diagrams and equipment specifications.
Knowledge of proper bending and lifting techniques.
Skill in the proper use and care of hand and power tools and test equipment.
Ability to work in areas of high heat dust and noise and in confined spaces or on a ladder.
Ability to work independently during the normal workday and in an on-call status.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to work in all types of environmental conditions or in areas where there is exposure to excessive noise dirt and fumes and at elevated heights from ladders scaffolds or hydraulic lifts.
Ability to work independently during normal work hours and after hours.
Basic Computer Skills

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:30pm

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience installing maintaining and repairing commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems. (Including compressors condensers heat pumps rooftop units fan coil units)

• Experience installing maintaining and repairing commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems. (Including compressors condensers heat pumps rooftop units fan coil units)
• Demonstrated experience working with computerized or specialized HVAC diagnostic and testing equipment

• Experience working collaboratively in an on-call environment and responding to emergency equipment failures

• Experience troubleshooting HVAC and refrigeration equipment using specialized testing and diagnostic equipment
  

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

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