What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC/R Repair and Preventative Maintenance Technician II position at Rochester Institute of Technology?
9741BR
Finance & Administration
FMS Engineering Services
Job Summary
RIT's Facilities Management Services department is looking for a dynamic HVAC/R Repair & Preventative Maintenance Technician II to join the FMS Engineering Services team. We value and care about our team members and are committed to your well-being. As part of the team, you are eligible for RIT's comprehensive and competitive benefits program that adds generously to your total compensation. Some of those benefits include medical/dental/vision, sick and vacation time, retirement, financial planning resources, educational benefits for you and your dependents, employee wellness program, and free use of on-site fitness facilities. Additionally, our schedules are consistent, year-round, and you will be eligible for professional development and cross-training opportunities that support your career growth.
The HVAC/R Repair & Preventative Maintenance Technician II is part of the FMS Engineering teams that are responsible for the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration equipment for the RIT campus. The HVAC Repairs group performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and upgrades on HVAC and Refrigeration equipment. The Operations group is on campus 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, monitoring HVAC equipment, responding to system alarms, and customer service calls. The Controls group maintains, improves, and installs building automations systems that optimize the operations of the HVAC systems for building occupant comfort, energy conservation, and process control.
Job Responsibilities
The HVAC Repair and Preventative Maintenance Technician II performs Preventative Maintenance (PM) work, repairs, installations, and safely operates all components and sub-components of all types of commercial and industrial heating and cooling equipment on campus including pumps, fans, terminal units, main Air Handling Units (AHU), roof top units, air compressors, exhaust fans, Medium Temperature Hot Water boilers and related equipment, and packaged refrigeration equipment.
Schedule
The schedule for this position could encompass various shifts, weekends, holidays, and times other than normal work schedules. The successful candidate must provide contact information to be used for an on-call phone listing for reporting to work in off hours or urgent situations such as extreme weather conditions including when the campus is closed.
Responsibilities
Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Department/College Description
The FMS department is a dynamic organization striving to collaboratively design, construct, operate, and maintain an exceptional and cost-effective living, learning, and working environment for the RIT community.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Professional Area
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $18 - $30
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $18
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $30
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 18
Hourly/Salary Maximum:30
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Finance & Administration
FMS Engineering Services
Job Summary
RIT's Facilities Management Services department is looking for a dynamic HVAC/R Repair & Preventative Maintenance Technician II to join the FMS Engineering Services team. We value and care about our team members and are committed to your well-being. As part of the team, you are eligible for RIT's comprehensive and competitive benefits program that adds generously to your total compensation. Some of those benefits include medical/dental/vision, sick and vacation time, retirement, financial planning resources, educational benefits for you and your dependents, employee wellness program, and free use of on-site fitness facilities. Additionally, our schedules are consistent, year-round, and you will be eligible for professional development and cross-training opportunities that support your career growth.
The HVAC/R Repair & Preventative Maintenance Technician II is part of the FMS Engineering teams that are responsible for the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration equipment for the RIT campus. The HVAC Repairs group performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and upgrades on HVAC and Refrigeration equipment. The Operations group is on campus 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, monitoring HVAC equipment, responding to system alarms, and customer service calls. The Controls group maintains, improves, and installs building automations systems that optimize the operations of the HVAC systems for building occupant comfort, energy conservation, and process control.
Job Responsibilities
The HVAC Repair and Preventative Maintenance Technician II performs Preventative Maintenance (PM) work, repairs, installations, and safely operates all components and sub-components of all types of commercial and industrial heating and cooling equipment on campus including pumps, fans, terminal units, main Air Handling Units (AHU), roof top units, air compressors, exhaust fans, Medium Temperature Hot Water boilers and related equipment, and packaged refrigeration equipment.
Schedule
The schedule for this position could encompass various shifts, weekends, holidays, and times other than normal work schedules. The successful candidate must provide contact information to be used for an on-call phone listing for reporting to work in off hours or urgent situations such as extreme weather conditions including when the campus is closed.
Responsibilities
- Perform PM work on existing Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment including Air Handling Units (AHU), roof top units, exhaust fans, air compressors, pumps, fans, and terminal units, etc.
- Perform repairs on existing installations of HVAC equipment listed above including pumps (seal/bearing replacement and alignment), mechanical system piping repairs, tracing air and water systems, and repairing control valves. Assist with the installation and check out of new HVAC equipment.
- Access drawings, Operating and Maintenance information, and PM information in various electronic formats. Use Centerstone (computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)) to track PM/repair work orders and equipment history. Assess equipment condition and make recommendations to keep the equipment in good condition.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Associate's degree in HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration or related field.
- 2-3 years of progressively responsible experience in the HVAC field in a commercial, industrial, or institutional setting or working for a contractor in an comparable setting.
- An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
- Must have excellent mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
- Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
- Must work independently and be self-sufficient.
- Must be able to work from various heights on ladders and lifts up to 35 feet, work on equipment from stooping or kneeling positions.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must be able to distinguish colors used for piping service and electrical wire insulation.
- Must follow all OSHA, EPA, and NYS codes for HVAC work.
- Must be familiar with energy management systems (EMS) to utilize the systems for troubleshooting and verifying equipment performance.
- Must be able to trace out and understand mechanical and domestic piping and air side systems.
- Must have computer skills using Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Be familiar with Confined Space entry procedures, and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
- Must be able to work in irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors, and loud noises while utilizing appropriate PPE.
Preferred Qualifications
Department/College Description
The FMS department is a dynamic organization striving to collaboratively design, construct, operate, and maintain an exceptional and cost-effective living, learning, and working environment for the RIT community.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Associate's degree in HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration or related field.
- 2-3 years of progressively responsible experience in the HVAC field in a commercial, industrial, or institutional setting or working for a contractor in an comparable setting.
- An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
- Must have excellent mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
- Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
- Must work independently and be self-sufficient.
- Must be able to work from various heights on ladders and lifts up to 35 feet, work on equipment from stooping or kneeling positions.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Must be able to distinguish colors used for piping service and electrical wire insulation.
- Must follow all OSHA, EPA, and NYS codes for HVAC work.
- Must be familiar with energy management systems (EMS) to utilize the systems for troubleshooting and verifying equipment performance.
- Must be able to trace out and understand mechanical and domestic piping and air side systems.
- Must have computer skills using Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Be familiar with Confined Space entry procedures, and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
- Must be able to work in irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors, and loud noises while utilizing appropriate PPE.
Professional Area
Employment Category: Fulltime
Staff Job Function: Wage Band: $18 - $30
Hourly/Salary Minimum: $18
Hourly/Salary Maximum: $30
How To Apply
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
The direct link to this posting can be found here: https://sjobs.brassring.com/
Additional Details
Rochester Institute of Technology, the 10th largest private university in the U.S., is among the world’s leading technological universities. Its 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries are enrolled in over 200 academic programs, including 7 interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs. A pioneer in experiential education, RIT was the first to offer undergraduate degree programs in biotechnology, information technology, software engineering, and microelectronic engineering. As home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf, the university offers unparalleled academic opportunities and services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. Founded in 1829, RIT has 115,000 alumni throughout the United States and around the world. RIT has been named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the “Great Colleges to Work For.” RIT is a National Science Foundation ADVANCE Institutional Transformation site, and is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples through the Upstate NY Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition and www.rit.edu.
As a member of the RIT community employees receive a well-balanced benefits package that offers a variety of choices and access to additional employment advantages. These benefits, combined with an employee’s pay, provide a total compensation package that can be tailored to meet your needs. More on RIT’s Benefits, Health & Wellness program can be found at: https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/benefits-health-and-wellness
RIT does not discriminate. RIT is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity, pluralism, and inclusion. For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education at ED.Gov
Hourly/Salary Minimum: 18
Hourly/Salary Maximum:30
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