Salary: $34.59
per hour
Benefits: The University offers generous
benefits including paid time off (holidays, holy days and vacation), employer
matching contributions to the retirement plan, and tuition benefits for
employees and their eligible dependents. Learn more and explore benefits at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: General Maintenance
Position Status: Full-time
Hours: Tuesday-Friday
12:00pm-8:00pm & Saturday 7:00am-3:00pm
Position
Number: 611702/41-099
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
POSITION
SUMMARY:
Performs Journeyman
level functions related to heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and
refrigeration. Required to install, maintain and repair electric, electronic
and pneumatic control systems, with their supporting machinery,
heating/air-conditioning, refrigeration and special refrigeration equipment.
The incumbent will support the mission statement of Duquesne University. The incumbent may be required to perform
duties not specifically listed within this job description based on an
immediate need and the employee’s individual abilities to assure the safe and
efficient operation of the University.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work responsibilities include the following: perform
scheduled maintenance repairs of the plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling
pneumatic and basic DDC systems; maintain and inspect equipment such as steam
coils, cooling and heating coils, steam valves, traps, chilled water vales,
pumps, check valves, condensers and evaporators located in building mechanical
rooms. Perform repairs and notify the responsible supervisor of repairs to
other equipment associated with building operations.
Perform data entry and routine logging in the
university’s computerized maintenance management system.
Read and interpret blueprints, sketches and diagrams
to install or modify refrigeration, environmental or control systems in
compliance with applicable codes and manufacturer’s specifications.
Install control apparatus including switches
(electric, electronic and pneumatic), relays and thermostats.
Inspect and adjust electrical, electronic, pneumatic,
or mechanical temperature control devices associated with refrigeration or
air-conditioning equipment.
Troubleshoot, repair, maintain or overhaul temperature
control devices, refrigeration or air-conditioning equipment.
Inspect, adjust, service and lubricate
air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment and all other related equipment on
a scheduled basis.
Anti-freeze/winterize equipment when required.
Diagnose equipment problems and repair effectively.
Repair or overhaul all types of equipment, such as
compressors, evaporators, condensers, pumps, cooling towers and heat
exchangers, related to air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
Knowledge in the operation of CMMS (computerized
maintenance management system).
Understand and able to use the Honeywell, Siemens and
Carrier controls systems currently used by Duquesne University to operate the
HVAC equipment.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
Specify and order materials and parts, via Facilities
Stores or supervisor, necessary to maintain or repair temperature control
systems and refrigeration equipment.
Continuing education for maintenance and professional
subjects is available. The incumbent is
highly encouraged to obtain a minimum of 8 hours annually. These hours will be recorded and used in
consideration for future advancements along with merit, hands-on-experience and
job-related training.
Perform data entry and routine logging of the
University’s computerized maintenance management system.
Basic working knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives
(VFD) used on motors to control chiller solution pumps, water pumps, blower fan
units and other various HVAC equipment. Knowledge may include preventative
maintenance of the drive, drive operation, programming and diagnostics. Training will be provided accordingly.
Perform duties related to special events where
supplemental manpower is required for the completion of the event.
Perform snow removal and spread salt related to
building access and hazardous walkways as assigned.
Assist in preparing materials list for job
preparation.
Assist in set-up of tools and materials for jobs.
Drive the service truck when needed.
Clean-up of assigned work areas.
Maintain tools, equipment and shop area in a clean condition
and report faulty equipment in order to maintain a safe work environment.
Notify supervisors of unusual work conditions, power
interruptions, smoke alarm trips and utility shut-offs.
Assistant other Facilities employees as assigned.
Replace pipe covering, change belts and filters,
perform touch-up painting.
Have the ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to function as an interim work leader as
assigned by supervisor and through an established volunteer list.
Completes
other duties as assigned.