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8725 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic

POSITION IDENTIFICATION

TITLE Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic

CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 8725

GRADE 26

CLASSIFICATION Nonexempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR Designated Supervisor

MAJOR ADMINISTRATOR Maintenance Supervisor

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic performs skilled

technical work, on a journeyman level, in the installation, operation, maintenance,

modification, service and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning andrefrigeration systems ranging from a half ton to one-thousand tons capacity. The

HVAC Mechanic inspects and tests both high and low pressure refrigerant systems to

locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions, performs required repairs through

replacement of inoperative parts or adjustment of thermostatic controls and blowers,

and provides an estimate of repair(and/or replacement) costs beyond the capability

to perform. The HVAC Mechanic also complies with federal regulations governing

environmental protection, hazardous waste disposal, and the use of refrigerants,

chemical substances and materials.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required. Completion of a

formal technical training program within the field of heating, ventilation, and air

conditioning is preferred. However, significant work experience beyond that

required for the position may be substituted for the required education.

Experience: At least six years of progressively responsible experience in the repair,

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maintenance, installation and modification of commercial and industrial heating,

ventilation and air conditioning systems is required. Work experience must include

a thorough knowledge of high and low pressure HVAC systems. Experience with

building automation control systems is preferred.

Skills: The ability to interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and electrical schematics is

required. The ability to use test equipment and small hand and power tools, such

as drills, oxygen-acetylene torches, volt-ohmmeters, circuit testers, and manifold

gauges, is required. Computer literacy is required.

Effort: Must be able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50

pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis; prolonged

standing and frequent bending, stooping, and reaching on a daily basis; and workingin confined spaces. A full range of physical motion is required in order to operate

manual and electrically-powered tools and test equipment, to move throughout

campus, including climbing stairs in all University buildings, and to work at heights.

Work is performed indoors and out-of-doors, occasionally in environments that are

dusty, noisy, or which could have work hazards.

License: A valid Missouri drivers license is required. Environmental Protection

Agency (EPA) Universal Certification for handling all types of refrigerants is required.A journeyman HVAC license is preferred.

Other: Positions associated with this position classification may be located in facilities

requiring the position to be designated sensitive as defined by University policy.

Positions associated with this position classification may include job duties,

responsibilities, or activities that are subject to export control regulations. The

scope of the position requires exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and

cleaners common to HVAC work that may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific

instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly

followed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs journeyman level heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) work

in the installation, operation, maintenance, modification, service and repair of high

and low pressure refrigerant systems, including lithium bromide absorption systems,

by inspecting and testing those systems to locate and diagnose faults and

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malfunctions, performing required repairs through replacement of inoperative parts

or adjustment of thermostatic controls and blowers, and providing an estimate of

repair(and/or replacement) costs beyond the capability to perform.

2. Ensures that HVAC systems provide an appropriate living and working

environmental for the campus by troubleshooting and repairing control devices and

wiring within the HVAC primary system, and maintaining, repairing, modifying

secondary refrigerant systems including pumps, valves, cooling, air moving

equipment and local temperature/pressure controls.

3. Contributes to efficient and effective HVAC operations by advising the designated

supervisor on the quantity and types of materials that should be ordered and

stocked for use in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) projects.

4. Minimizes institutional liability regarding the University's compliance with federal

regulations by complying with policies, laws, and regulations governing

environmental protection, hazardous waste disposal and the use of chemical

substances and materials, utilizing specialized equipment in the recovery and

recycling of regulated refrigerants, and maintaining and submitting monthly records

of refrigerant recovery-recycling activities as required by the Environmental

Protection Agency (EPA).

5. Provides technical assistance on the purchase of new or replacement mechanical

equipment or systems by reviewing and preparing equipment specifications, and

advising the Maintenance Supervisor on equipment capability and compatibility,

installation requirements and costs, and potential operations and maintenance

expenses.

6. Assists with documenting the cost of heating, ventilation and air conditioning

maintenance repairs and services by keeping records of time and materials to be

charged to each job, and providing periodic status reports to the designated

supervisor and the Maintenance Supervisor.

7. Assists the Maintenance Supervisor with ensuring that contract heating,

ventilation and air conditioning services meet specified results and/or work orders

thus minimizing future operational problems by observing (spot checking) the work

performed and advising the Maintenance Supervisor when contracted services fail to

meet specifications or endanger University property or lives.

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8. Promotes preventive maintenance as a strategy in maintaining electronic test

equipment and mechanical tools by keeping accurate records on each piece of

equipment indicating all required and performed maintenance, performing spot

checks of equipment to determine their working condition, and scheduling and

supervising the periodic cleaning and servicing of tools and equipment.

9. Contributes to the overall success of the Mechanical Maintenance Department by

performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SUPERVISION

The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Mechanic receives supervisionfrom the designated supervisor, however, generally works independently under

established guidelines and with minimum supervision. The HVAC Mechanic may be

required to exercises supervision of other mechanical personnel.

OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES

REVISED MARCH 2009