HVAC Technician

1 week ago


Santa Cruz, California, United States University of California, Santa Cruz Full time
About the Job

We are seeking a skilled HVAC Mechanic to join our team at the University of California, Santa Cruz. As an HVAC Mechanic, you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and installing equipment, as well as performing necessary repairs and installation on various types of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, seawater distribution systems, refrigeration, clean labs, fume hoods, kitchen machinery, and other automatic control systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform scheduled preventative maintenance services and repairs on University HVAC equipment, including air compressors, vacuum systems, hydronic pumps, hydraulic systems, pressure vessels, hot water and steam boilers, ventilating fans, reverse osmosis systems, soft water systems, chillers, air conditioning, refrigeration, seawater distribution, commercial kitchen equipment, and other systems.
  • Inspect, maintain, repair, and install heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC), Building Management Systems controls, (BMS), seawater distribution systems, kitchen machinery, and other systems common to all UCSC functions and research.
  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and electronic devices for HVAC systems, kitchen machinery, and seawater distribution equipment.
  • Perform installation and repair tasks on the Building Management system.
  • Calibrate pressure, temperature, humidity, and other analog/digital sensors.
  • Troubleshoot power supplies, equipment load relays, and current transducers.
  • Inspect water heaters, boilers, and warm air furnaces for proper operation.
  • Adjust air/fuel ratios, pressures, and temperatures to manufacturer's specifications to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Use standard hand tools, power tools, trade-specific testing instruments, and specialty tools such as velometers, multi-meters, amprobes, manometers, psychrometric charts, hygro-thermometers, and data loggers.
  • Perform water treatment testing and analysis, (pH, TDS, CS) on various hydronic and closed-loop systems.
  • Review test reports and implement changes as required.
  • Maintain proper water quality on applicable systems, including heating hot water, steam systems, chilled water, cooling water, soft and laboratory grade water, and deionized water.
  • Change out ventilation systems, filters, and failed or worn-out components.
  • Clean mechanical equipment.
  • Maintain cleanliness of machine rooms and equipment areas.
  • Inspect and lubricate moving equipment as required by manufacturer specifications.
  • Maintain records of work performed and accurately document material charges on work repair orders and records daily labor hours.
  • Enter and maintain a daily timesheet.
  • Turn in completed work orders in a timely manner.
  • Review blueprints, schematics, diagrams, documents, and modifications to HVAC and Building Management systems.
  • Carry out assigned preventative maintenance programs and advise of changes or modifications to procedures that may be needed as required by equipment manufacturers' specifications.
  • Maintain adequate stock of tools, repair equipment, and spare parts.
Requirements
  • Possession of an EPA refrigerant certification, Type I & II minimum.
  • Experience and ability to read, and understand blueprints, electrical wiring diagrams, and electronic schematics.
  • Knowledge of and ability in troubleshooting electronic, electric circuitry and pneumatic controls.
  • Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
  • Knowledge of national, state, and local codes and safety standards.
  • Experience and ability to operate and maintain a variety of power and hand tools.
  • Good oral communication and interpersonal skills, sufficient to interact with member of the campus community.
  • Ability to accommodate changing priorities and complete tasks despite intermittent interruptions.
  • Ability to work independently, and in a team setting.
About the University

The University of California, Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

Physical Planning, Development & Operations (PPDO) manages and oversees all University activities and services related to physical and environmental planning, design and construction, engineering, physical plant maintenance and operations, capital planning and space management, and the associated business services necessary to support these functions.



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