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Job ID 12431 Location Case Main Campus Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Job Description POSITION OBJECTIVE The skilled trades worker will work in a self-directed work team environment to maintain, troubleshoot and repair various HVAC and mechanical system throughout various types of buildings ranging from academic, to residence, to research environments. Working alone and in teams when needed, resolve heating and cooling issues with and without the use of blueprints, manuals, and assure proper codes, means and methods are followed. Will be predominantly engaged in the retro-commissioning and repair of mechanical equipment, controls, and systems associated with HVAC, refrigeration, and energy management systems. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Recognize the need for and perform maintenance and repairs on all types of mechanical equipment, including compressors, refrigeration systems, fans, motors, emergency generators, etc. (30%) Independently diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctioning mechanical systems, controls, and equipment. (30%) Repair, re-commission and/or replace equipment associated with steam generating and distribution (boilers, pumps, and lines), systems controls (electronic and pneumatic), emergency generators and transfer equipment, air conditioning (cooling towers, chillers, and fans), computerized energy management and other systems as directed. (20%) Inspect and log the operation of campus mechanical systems; accurately maintain associated records. Manage and direct workload independently and be diligent in recording proper information into work order system (e.g., locations, hours worked, billable account numbers, contact names and numbers, etc.) for use by the management team. (8%) Transport and install equipment necessary for HVAC work throughout the university area. (7%) NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Be available to assist in other Zones when needed for any task not necessarily trade oriented. Perform other duties as assigned. (5%) CONTACTS Department: Frequent contact with department staff to exchange information. University: Regular contact with all members of university to exchange information. External: Regular contact with vendors and contractors to exchange information. Students: Contact with students in work Zone as it pertains to skilled trades' maintenance. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position has no direct supervision of staff employees. QUALIFICATIONS Experience: 7 years of experience working on mechanical systems, including steam, refrigeration, and systems controls in an institutional, heavy industrial or light commercial environment. Experience in more than one discipline is desirable, but not required. Education/licensing: High school education required. Accredited vocational training or completed and apprenticeship in mechanical system maintenance and repairs. Must have formal training in two of the three disciplines (steam, refrigeration, controls). Third class Stationary Engineer's license is desirable, but not required. Valid Ohio driver's license free of significant violations is required. REQUIRED SKILLS Must be proficient with multiple building automation systems (i.e. Trane Tracer Summit, Invensys, Seamans, and JCI Metasys). Familiarity with the proper use of basic hand tools, power tools, and safety equipment. Must be able to work well both independently and as a member a team. Must be familiar with hazards typical to the institution (radioactivity, asbestos, chemicals, etc.) and related safety equipment and procedures. Training will be provided. Must be able to read technical diagrams but must also be sufficiently familiar with systems and equipment to diagnose problems without prints. Technical proficiency in diagnosing and maintaining mechanical systems, equipment and controls is