HVAC/REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN 2 - ATHENS, OH
HIRING UP TO 2 POSITIONS

Under general direction of a lead worker or supervision by departmental administrator performs highly skilled installation, repair, & preventive maintenance on air conditioning, refrigeration, & heating systems. Provides work direction, training & mentoring of lower-level air quality technicians and/or other trades workers performing craft duties.

* Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.
* Provides work direction, training & mentoring for other lower-level air quality technicians engaged in the installation, repair, inspection & maintenance (including preventative maintenance) of air conditioning, refrigeration & heating systems.
* Reciprocating, centrifugal, screw, and scroll chillers: cleans, repairs, troubleshoots electric fans, controls, compressors, handles refrigerant.
* Absorption chillers: cleans and repairs; troubleshoots electric fans, controls, pumps, etc. Handles bromide.
* Dorm, dining & laboratory refrigeration: cleans and repairs; troubleshoots walk-in coolers, freezers, ice machines, compressors, electric controls, pumps, etc. Repairs air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating systems, thermostats, relays, valves, controls, compressors & filters; solders piping as necessary.
* Periodically inspects & tests installed equipment for proper assembly of components checking for any needed repairs & compliance with technical orders, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, specifications, handbooks.
* Installs, repairs, calibrates, and troubleshoots pneumatic, electric, & DDC controls, VAV systems; reads and interprets wiring diagrams, schematics, PID diagrams, piping diagrams; identifies elements of process control (e.g., sensors, transmitters, variable frequency drives, controllers); installs, splices, and terminates low-voltage connections for control instrumentation wiring; generates new documentation, suggests & makes required modification to system as needed; uses laptop computer and appropriate software to troubleshoot and adjust HVAC controls.
* Split systems: cleans and repairs; troubleshoots electric fans, controls, compressors, solenoid valves, etc. Installs & operates refrigeration, air conditioning, & heating units.
* Performs inventory control, work scheduling. Completes necessary documentation. Uses computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
* Cleans and repairs window units, troubleshoots electric fans and compressors. Repairs, maintains, troubleshoots, and installs air compressors.
* Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Journey-level working knowledge of air conditioning & heating technology.
* Skill in installation and maintenance of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating equipment.
* Proficient use of personal computer and Windows operating system.
* Read and write common vocabulary in sentence structure;
* Add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages;
* Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems.
* Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form.
* Work independently or with others.
* Demonstrate willingness to work with diverse populations.

Training & Experience:

* 48 months skilled experience in HVAC, refrigeration, controls, or equivalent.
* EPA refrigerant handling certification.
* Successful completion of any pertinent tests may be required.
* Valid driver’s license.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

* May be exposed to dirt, grease, odors, cramped conditions, extreme hot or cold temperatures, heights, and electrical hazards; may be exposed to dangerous machinery; confined spaces.
* Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of craft-associated hand and/or power tools and equipment.
* Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University guidelines and procedures.
* Work at heights;
* Lift up to 50 lbs.;
* An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Pay Range $24.14 – $27.18

WORK SCHEDULE
Days: Monday – Friday
Hours: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Days off: Saturday & Sunday

Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.