Refrigeration Mechanic

Basic Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Current MA State Refrigeration license.
• Current CFC Universal Certification.
• Five years related experience in refrigeration and related controls work.
• Previous experience in the installation, operation, trouble-shooting, maintenance and repair of all types of commercial grade cooling and refrigeration systems.
• Previous experience with the operation and service of related DDC (Johnson and Siemens) and pneumatic control systems.
• Must possess a valid State driver's license and satisfactory driving history.

Additional Information

Emergency Status Designation: Critical Operations Personnel

Harvard University continues to place the highest priority on the health, safety and wellbeing of its faculty, staff, and students, as well as the wider community. Please note that all new employees will be required to provide confirmation of primary series COVID-19 vaccination upon hire, as detailed on our COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Webpage. Harvard University Health Services employees and other health care individuals are also required to be up to date on vaccination as described by the CDC. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. Additional information regarding this requirement, exemptions, verification of vaccination status, and other related policies and resources may be found on the University's COVID-19 Information Website.

Position Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installs, modifies, and repairs all types of cooling and refrigeration systems and auxiliary equipment.
• Fabricates, installs, modifies and repairs related pressure piping systems.
• Reclaims and recycles all types of refrigerants.
• Diagnoses and assists in the repair of related DDC and pneumatic control systems.
• Interprets mechanical plans and prints and updates as necessary.
• Provides responsive customer support in all phases of building maintenance and operations.
• Assists and advises customers on maintenance solutions and provides follow-up on progress and status of work.
• Performs other core skills of the trade and related duties as required.
• May be assigned to work independently or as part of a multi-trade team under the guidance and direction of the Area Supervisor and/or Working Foreperson.

Job Summary

Energy & Facilities (E&F) operates and manages Harvard's energy supplies, district energy plants, and utility infrastructures on the Cambridge/Allston campuses, as well as 24/7 facilities -related call, alarm monitoring and dispatch center. E&F provides a broad portfolio of labor-based services, including building maintenance, landscaping and custodial to a large portion of the University, as well as engineering, technical, and sustainability services. Facilities Maintenance Operations (FMO) a department within E&F, offers primary building maintenance, landscape, fire safety, custodial and event support services to Harvard schools and departments on a fee-for-service basis. All services are provided in strict accordance with regulatory requirements and customer-determined standards.