New Mexico State University
Location
Las Cruces, NM | United States
Job description
Position Title: HVAC Mechanic
Employee Classification: HVAC Mechanic
College/Division: Facilities and Services
Department: 500770-FS MECHANICAL
Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants
Location: Las
Cruces
Offsite Location (if applicable): Target Hourly/Salary Rate: $17.14
Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
Exempt or Non-Exempt : Non-Exempt
Summary: Come Join our Team!!!
Facilities and Services consists of the Project Development and Engineering
group that manages both Capital Construction and small projects across the NMSU System; Facilities Operations, which is organized in
traditional shops and is responsible for the physical operation and maintenance of NMSU Las Cruces I&G buildings.
Classification Summary: Installs and maintains the many mechanical, electrical and electronic components, such
as motors, compressors, pumps, fans, ducts, pipes, thermostats and switches that are part of heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration
systems. Maintains, diagnoses, and corrects problems throughout the entire system using special tools and test equipment.
Classification Standard Duties: Performs troubleshooting and repair of building distribution systems including
low pressure steam distribution, heat exchangers, hot and cold deck systems, air handlers, and pneumatic and digital controls; Performs HVAC
system inspections and manufacturer-recommended preventive maintenance; Performs major component replacement work in conjunction with
central energy management and control system operators; Performs seasonal overhauls and instructs repair teams in transition of systems from
heating to cooling and vice versa; Monitors and adjusts system set points and output using remote computer links to the building's
programmable logic controls; Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of
workplace safety and environmental practices; Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Required Education,
Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency Required Education:High School diploma or GED certificate.; Required
Experience:None; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:Possession of a valid unrestricted driver's license is a requirement for
this job.Must possess a New Mexico Journeyman's Refrigeration License.Must possess an EPA Universal Refrigerant Handler Card.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of HVAC installation, troubleshooting, repair and
maintenance; Knowledge of refrigerant recovery; Working knowledge of HVAC and associated systems employing computer-based monitoring and
control devices; Knowledge of mechanical equipment, plumbing, utilities, distribution systems, and controls, including maintenance and
troubleshooting.; SKILLS:Should have excellent written and verbal communication skills.; ABILITIES:Ability to use hand and power tools
applicable to trade; Ability to perform preventive maintenance according to published guidelines; Ability to read, understand, follow, and
enforce safety procedures; Ability to repair and/or replace building mechanical systems components, including programmable logic controls;
Ability to use computer-based monitoring and control devices in maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems.
Job Duties and
Responsibilities Performs operation and maintenance of the campus steam, chilled water, and electricity production systems.
Performs troubleshooting and repair of building distribution systems including low pressure steam distribution, heat exchangers, hot and
cold deck systems, air handlers, and pneumatic and digital controls; Performs HVAC system inspections and manufacture-recommended preventive
maintenance; Performs major component replacement work in conjunction with central energy management and control system operators; Performs
seasonal overhauls and instructs repair teams in transition of systems from heating to cooling and vice versa; Monitors and adjusts system
set points and output using remote computer links to the building's programmable logic controls; Ensures proper care in the use and
maintenance of equipment and supplies; Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices; Performs
miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications Special Requirements of the
Position Certifications/License- Possession of a valid unrestricted driver's license is a requirement for this job. Must possess
a New Mexico Mechanical Trades Journeyman's License. Must possess an EPA Universal Refrigerant Handler Card if the candidate has a NM
Journeyman's Refrigeration license.
Department Contact: Paul Ponce, 575-646-5782,
[email protected] Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Bargaining
Unit Eligibility: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule: Working Conditions and Physical Effort Environment: Work involves moderate
exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Physical Effort: Moderate physical activity.
Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical
work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
Risk: Work environment involves
exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of
protective equipment.
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