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Requisition Number	S4279P
Home Org Name	Facilities Maintenance Zone 4
Division Name	VP, Facilities Management
Position Title	HVACR Technician
Job Class Code	ND18/ND19
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	Interested in an opportunity to join a dynamic team that is dedicated to providing excellent customer service at Auburn University? Facilities Maintenance Zone 4 seeks candidates for HVACR Tech who will perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance to a variety of building heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) equipment. Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University? Auburn University was named a "Best in Alabama" employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years. Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity. Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver. Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn. Our Mission: The mission of Facilities Maintenance is to provide and maintain campus facility systems and environments that are safe, comfortable, and conducive to learning and research through excellent customer service. To learn more about Facilities Maintenance, please visit: https://fm.auburn.edu/maintenance/ It's a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home!
Essential Functions	Level I: Performs routine repairs and preventive maintenance to a variety of building heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) equipment including air handling units, chillers, heat pumps, exhaust fans, fan coil units, variable air volume boxes, motors, pumps, air distribution machinery, pneumatic and digital controls, hot and chilled water distribution and variable volume systems. Performs seasonal transitions of systems to and from heating and cooling. Performs basic repairs of HVACR systems and equipment including air handling units, chillers, heat pumps, exhaust fans, fan coils units, variable air volume boxes, motors, pumps, air distribution machinery, pneumatic and digital controls, hot and chilled water distribution and variable volume systems. Assists in major component replacement and systems repairs under the supervision of higher level technicians. Assists in executing HVACR system repair projects, such as the replacement of air handling units, chillers, or boilers as well as emergency repair efforts to repair such units. May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on-call period or rotation. Work-ready status requires an employee to return to the worksite within forty-five minutes while being physically and mentally unimpaired and fit for duty, able to safely perform all essential job functions with no risk to self, coworkers, students, public, or property. Level II: Performs installation, replacement, or repairs to a variety of building heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) equipment including: refrigeration, air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, hermetic compressors, light commercial furnaces, boilers, burners, intake and exhaust fans, economizers, humidifiers, capacity controls, semi-hermetic compressors, split systems, flame safeguard controls, air compressors, air driers, and packaged units. Assists in planning, scheduling, and executing major HVACR system repair projects, such as the replacement of air handling units, chillers, or boilers and to lead emergency repair efforts to repair such units. Inspects and troubleshoots HVACR systems and their components (e.g. air handling units, chillers, heat exchanges, heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilation equipment, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating operating status and material condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending a proper course of action. Oversees and plans assigned work orders using Facilities Management AIM work order system to prioritize and schedule work to best meet the need of Auburn University and its customers. Identifies options, develops solutions, and takes action when responding to customer requests. May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on- call period or rotation. Work-ready status requires an employee to return to the worksite within forty- five minutes while being physically and mentally unimpaired and fit for duty, able to safely perform all essential job functions with no risk to self, coworkers, students, public, or property.

Minimum Qualifications

Level I

High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience as an HVACR technician.

Level II

Some college; vocational or Associate's degree in Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems, Refrigeration, Building Control Systems or related plus 5 years of experience as an HVACR technician.

Education Substitution for Level II:

Substitution allowed for Education: When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.

Internal candidates may be required to provide training and certification requirements as outlined by the Auburn University Facilities Management Policy for some positions: https://fm.auburn.edu/facilities-workforce-development/

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Level I:

Knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration theories, principles, and systems operations.
Knowledge of understanding of all major HVACR system components; what they do, how they work, and how to install or replace them.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices for HVACR systems.
Basic knowledge of electrical systems, single phase and three phase electrical systems including wire sizing.
Basic knowledge of generator operation and repair, workplace safety, and safe work procedures.
An understanding of industrial safety procedures and practices pertaining to working around operation equipment.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance on HVACR equipment, such as changing filters and belts, cleaning units, working on thermostats, valves, ductwork, gauges, diffusers, etc.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVACR systems including proper recovery/reclaiming or refrigerant, finding and correcting superheat or sub cooling, sweat cooper, soldering/brazing, insulating refrigerant lines, performing leak test, flush lines.
Ability to assist in the installation, repair, and/or replacement of common HVACR system components such as AHUs, VAVs, DX Units, Hydronic systems, chillers, boilers, variable frequency drives, and heat exchangers.
Ability to wire circuits/components.
Ability to read blueprints and electrical and mechanical system drawings.

Level II:

Journeyman level knowledge regarding the installation, maintenance, repair and proper operation of a wide array of complex HVACR systems.
Journeyman level knowledge regarding a wide array of complex HVACR systems components such as AHUs, VAVs, DX Units, Hydronic systems, chillers, boilers, variable frequency drives, and heat exchangers.
Journeyman level knowledge regarding troubleshooting, assessment, and diagnostic techniques for complex HVAC and refrigeration system problems.
Journeyman level knowledge regarding project management and the planning, directing, scheduling, and managing of HVACR system repair projects; HVACR control systems and the ability to install repair, and replace control components; digital controls and the ability to install, repair, and replace digital control components; pneumatic controls and the ability to install, repair, and replace pneumatic control components.
Journeyman level knowledge in the use of air and water flow measurement equipment and the ability to accurately use such equipment; building air and water "test and balance" procedures and practices and the ability to test and balance a building system.
Basic knowledge of fire alarm systems and how they interact with HVACR system operation and controls.
Supervisory skills, along with the ability to communicate tasks and direction to subordinates in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to install, repair, and/or replace a wide array of HVACR system components such as AHUs, VAVs, DX Units, Hydronic systems, chillers, boilers, variable frequency drives, and heat exchangers.
Ability to troubleshoot, assess, and diagnose routine HVAC and refrigeration systems problems.
Ability to assist in planning and executing HVACR system repair projects.
Ability to install, repair, and replace HVACR control components, digital control components, pneumatic control components.
Ability to accurately use of air and water flow measurement equipment.
Ability to test and balance a building system.
Ability to use building automatic systems (such as Johnson Controls Metasys system) to find and trouble shoot issues.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Level I:

Valid Driver's License
Universal Refrigerant Card or must obtain within the first 90 days of employment.

Level II:

Valid Driver's License or the ability to obtain prior to selection.
Universal Refrigerant Card.
North American Technician Excellence (NATE) HVAC Support Technician Certification or approved equivalent per Auburn University Facilities Management Policy: "Training, Education & Certification Requirements for Mechanical and Electrical Trades Personnel".

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$18.44 - $33.55 per hour
Job Category	Facilities/Skills Trades
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date	02/25/2025
Closing Date
EEO Statement	AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Only completed applications will be considered, so please provide all requested information in each section. This should include all employment history and required application documents. If required, be sure to attach cover letter and resume. Please include a copy of any required or relevant certifications/licenses in the "Other Documents" section. Please answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately. Reference providers should be individuals who can attest to your qualifications for a position. Examples include supervisors, coworkers, and professors. Personal References will not be accepted.
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://www.auemployment.com/postings/51415

Salary : $18 - $34

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