HVAC Technician I

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced HVAC Technician I at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier public urban research university located in the heart of Detroit Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence collaboration integrity diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

POSITION PURPOSE

Troubleshoot repair replace install and perform planned corrective preventive and predictive maintenance tasks on heating ventilating air conditioning (HVAC) and Hot water and steam boiler systems equipment associated piping and controls.

Essential Functions

Troubleshooting repairing replacing and maintaining the operation and conditions of:

- HVAC equipment air handlers fans controls dampers VAV boxes heating and cooling coils ductwork and distribution piping.

- Refrigeration systems controls pumps coils heat exchanges compressors and associated piping valves and fittings.

- Heat pump systems pumps compressors controls coils and associated piping and fittings.

- Hydronic boiler systems burner assemblies safeties controls heat exchangers pumps valves fittings coils radiators and associated piping and fittings.

- Steam boiler systems burner assemblies safeties controls heat exchangers condensate systems pumps vents traps coils radiators and associated piping valves and fittings. as fired heating equipment unit heaters radiant heating systems equipment fans controls and associated piping valves and fittings.

Evaluate equipment conditions standards and codes to develop corrective and preventive maintenance tasks replacement equipment sub-assemblies and components and any technical updates or upgrades.

Comply with all required environmental rules regulations and policies governing the safe handling of refrigerants oils solvents etc.

Adhere to Environmental Health and Safety rules regulations and policies such as but not limited to personal protective equipment (PPE) as required control hazardous energy sources Lock out Tag out procedures as applicable fall protection when using ladders and lifts or working at heights confined space entry rules and policies and proper machine guarding rules and regulations while working on or operating equipment.

Follow all Occupation Health Safety and Environmental regulations Wayne State University policies and work practices including but not limited to personal protective equipment (PPE) during work activities.

Performs other related duties as assigned.


WORK CONTEXT
Job Reports to: Supervisor.

Customer Accountability: Interfaces with customers inside the S/C/D.

Freedom to Act: Subject to regular review by supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school completion (or GED).

Recognition as a certified journeyman HVAC technician or licensed mechanical contractor in the State of Michigan required.

EPA 608 Universal CFC Certification required.

Preferred Qualifications Education and Experience for this position (candidates with these additional skills will be given priority)

High school completion (or GED) and Graduation or Certificate of Completion from a HVAC related trade or vocational school with mechanical courses or completion of an apprenticeship in an allied trade or an equivalent combination of education and experience (as evaluated and agreed upon by the Management-Union Committee).

Possession of a City of Detroit Boiler Operators License or City of Detroit Refrigeration Operators License.

Graduation from a community college with an associate degree for HVAC or RACH Technician.

Training Certification and Experience with Siemens Johnson Controls Automated Logix or Honeywell controls.

NIUPLE boiler operator or refrigeration operator certifications.

OSHA 10 or 30 Certifications.

Demonstrate a willingness to continuing education on HVAC Boiler and Chiller equipment and technologies.


Experience

Expert (established subject matter expert 7 years experience).

At least 5-7 years of verifiable hands of hands-on repair and installation experience in a commercial HVAC service environment as a certified journeyman or mechanical contractor.

Hands on experience for installation repair and maintenance of HVAC / Boiler / Chiller mechanical equipment ductwork and piping systems.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Using tools and techniques for HVAC technician:

- Considerable experience and use of safety tools techniques and PPE.

- Hands on repair and service experience on Boiler Chiller HVAC and Air Handling equipment.

- Ability to read interpret and understand system and equipment prints layouts ladder logic picture diagrams and exploded parts views.

- Ability to understand the sequence of operations of associated equipment and systems.

- Techniques for troubleshooting electrical and pneumatic circuits controls valves devices and piping systems.

- Utilizing building automation systems interface devices computers controls DDC panels used for troubleshooting operation and management of associated equipment.

- Refrigerant system charging and evacuation proper handling transfer and storage and / or disposal of refrigerants and chemicals used as an HVAC technician. This includes the regulated documentation requirements following EPA 608.

- Application and techniques of various piping materials valves fittings and joining techniques; like brazing soldering threading etc.

- Experience with ducted air systems vents dampers etc.

- Experience using advanced tools like laser alignment vibration analysis or thermography tools used in predictive and preventive maintenance activities.

- Reading writing and computer skills to enter information on work orders about the equipment parts used labor or other details about work schedules and jobs.

- Ability to interact and/or work with faculty students staff and visitors in a respectful and courteous manner.

H42 - Facilities Plan & Manage

H4243 - Facilities Operations Maint Trades

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Staff/Administrative

• Compensation type: Hourly Wage
• Hourly rate: 39.26
• Salary minimum:
• Salary hire maximum:

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: - Normal office environment with varying working environments and possibly hazardous working conditions using appropriate safety precautions. - Lift carry or otherwise move and position objects and materials weighing up to 50lbs. - Stand walk or otherwise move about campus on a continuous basis. - Ascend/descend ladders periodically to perform building maintenance tasks. - High levels of heat and noise. - This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member should one apply.

• Number of openings: 3
• Reposted position: No
• Reposted reason: Supercedes Previous Requisition
• Prior posting/requisition number: req2262

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check including a criminal history check before starting work. If you are offered employment the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Required Experience:

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