HVAC Specialist, Facilities Services (1851)
Pocatello - Main
Institution Information
Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!
Job Description
To perform journey-level installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; perform related work.
Examples of Duties
1. HVAC.
-Analyzes,
repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on all HVAC installations,
fire and boiler alarm and surveillance control systems (high and low
pressure).
-Defines and implements preventive maintenance
programs for motors, steam condensate return traps, pumps, controls,
compressors, auxiliary heating and cooling systems, and related devices.
-Compiles reports for changes to the HVAC system which includes reporting costs, estimating values, and justifying changes.
-Reviews
work of contractors' new and remodel construction for compliance to
specifications and compatibility with existing HVAC systems.
-Maintains air distribution and balance systems and heat exchange equipment.
-Adds chemicals and analyzes water treatment for chill water and heating systems.
-Plans and installs auxiliary control systems.
-Lights off, shuts down, and operates boilers.
-Prepares system for winter carry-over and cold weather conditions.
-Calibrates pipe and vent sizes and BTUs required for installations.
-May design and install sheet metal.
-Installs/inspects thermostats, and electrical wiring of furnaces, unit heaters, and cooling units.
-Reviews new designs and concepts of HVAC systems.
-Operates microprocessor fan control and fire alarm systems.
-Programs computerized energy management equipment.
2. Miscellaneous.
-Tests/maintains emergency electrical equipment such as generators and battery operated lighting.
-Inspects
and maintains specialized items such as clothes washers, dishwashers,
coolers, freezers, ice machines, and domestic refrigerators.
-Runs wire, installs outlet boxes, repairs switches and light fixtures.
-Repairs broken pipes, fixes leaks, and cleans blocked pipes.
-Assists other maintenance and crafts staff performing their duties.
-Responds to emergency call-backs.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
- Charging, starting, and checking for proper operation of HVAC type equipment and related devices.
- Troubleshooting and repairing digital electronic and pneumatic HVAC control systems.
- Starting, stopping, and troubleshooting chiller operations and chilled water systems.
- Modifying and/or installing natural gas and water piping.
- Operating, maintaining, diagnosing problems, and repairing industrial type HVAC systems and control devices.
- Performing basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and sheet metal work.
- Welding and repairing material and brazing pipe.
- Cutting, brazing and soldering high pressure refrigerant piping.
MQ Specialty Requirement - These positions at ISU require the ability to demonstrate successful completion of both a physical exam, including cardiopulmonary function testing and chest x-ray, and a respirator fit test.
Supplemental Information - These positions involve lifting and carrying items weighing approximately 90 pounds, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders throughout the duration of the shift.
Additional Information
ISU minimum for this classification is $19.69/hour. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. To be considered for this opportunity, apply by June 2, 2024. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.
Posting Number: req2213
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Classified Staff
Division: Finance and Administration
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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