HVAC Technician Senior

29107BR

Job Title:

HVAC Technician Senior

Department:

FS Maintenance Services

Primary Campus:

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description:

HVAC Operations (75%)

Inspect, monitor, diagnose, and repair industrial and commercial HVAC systems, including associated plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and control systems. Work is done independently or with limited supervision. Documents repairs for internal and customer understanding.

Provide maintenance on refrigeration and chiller equipment including associated equipment such as cooling towers.

Review heating and cooling requirements, recommend modifications, and ensure optimal system efficiency.

Participate in the installation of new equipment, research procedures, and document processes. Sources parts for new installations and repairs.

Apply hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical troubleshooting skills. Documents prescribed procedures for proactive/preventative work.

Work with customers to resolve heating and cooling issues.

Training (20%)

Mentor junior technicians and lead teams to successful outcomes.

Provide training and professional development on new systems and controls.

Other Duties (5%)

Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :

29107BR

Disclaimer:

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.

Work Schedule:

7:30am-4:00pm M-F

or

6:30am-5:00pm T-F/M-TH

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Conditions of Employment:

Contingent on Funding

Contact Information to Applicants:

Kasey Minihan

kasey.minihan@ku.edu

Required Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or GED.

2. Five years of industrial or commercial HVAC experience (an associate degree or vocational certification may substitute for one year of experience).

3. EPA CFC Certification for refrigerants.

4. Experience in repair and troubleshooting of 3-phase voltage systems as evidenced by application materials.

5. Valid drivers license by the time of hire and maintained throughout employment.

Employee Class:

B-University Support Staff

Advertised Salary Range:

53,500.00 – 71,240.00

FTE:

1.0

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience in low-pressure refrigeration repairs and troubleshooting as evidenced by application materials.

2. Experience mentoring or conducting training as evidenced by application materials.

3. Experience maintaining equipment inventory and documentation as evidenced by application materials.

4. Experience in a university, college, or multi-building campus environment as evidenced by application materials.

Position Overview:

The University of Kansas is expanding its HVAC team and is seeking experienced master or journeyman-level HVAC technicians. This senior role involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing industrial and commercial heating and cooling systems while ensuring work quality, efficiency, and compliance with local and national codes.

KU offers excellent benefits, including up to 176 hours of paid vacation annually, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, 9 paid holidays plus a discretionary day, retirement plans, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, and professional development opportunities.

This position requires the operation of work issued vehicles and tools.

Reg/Temp:

Regular

Application Review Begins:

10-Oct-2024

Anticipated Start Date:

14-Oct-2024

Additional Candidate Instruction:

A complete application will include your current contact information including email and phone number and your previous work experience including dates of employment. Please include the name and contact information to three references with your application.

Review of applications will begin Thursday, October 10th and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Union:

055

Job Family:

Facilit Plan Design&Operat-KUL

Work Location Assignment:

On-Site

Position Requirements:

1. Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy loads (up to 50 lbs) with or without accommodation.

2. Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures indoors and outside.

3. Work overtime and respond to after-hours emergencies – primarily through rotating on-call process.

4. Availability during inclement weather.

5. Ability to digitally enter work order information and perform electronic communications.