This position independently performs journey-level skilled maintenance and repair in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R) for the Student Union, Recreation Center, Wildcat Shop and Dining areas in the SURC and various Dining locations around campus. In addition, incumbents utilize a general knowledge of several related skilled fields such as preventative maintenance and repair of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, flooring and painting. The duties, specific tasks or combinations of tasks are performed professionally and efficiently, incorporating both personal integrity and mutual respect. This position is subject to call backs after regular hours. All employees are expected to support CWU's commitment to diversity and to bring and support inclusion into the university environment.
Job Duties
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R)
- Operate, repair, and preform preventative maintenance on equipment such as industrial air handlers, industrial freezers and walk-in coolers, washers/dryers, industrial refrigeration units, dishwashers, steam cabinets, industrial ovens, and other various commercial restaurant/building equipment. Work includes but is not limited to installation, changing filters, changing belts, repair of air handlers, air flow dampers, sheaves, pulleys, and diagnosis.
- Using Excel, create, update, and maintain a preventative maintenance program for HVAC/R equipment.
- Inspects, maintains and repairs plumbing, heating, water, cooling, refrigeration, sewer and fire suppression systems.
- Operate N light air lighting control system and the operation of the Alerton mechanical notification software by analyzing and maintaining control systems that include electrical, electronic, and pneumatic, electrical and electronic temperature and humidity controls for heating and ventilation systems; repair relays, timers, meters, and switches with local or remote computer control; reads and interprets blueprints.
- Tests, operates and maintains glycol with refractometer in all air handler units.
- Effectively communicate and maintain positive working relations with faculty, staff, students, and the campus community as well as FMD management team.
- Perform work in a manner that provides excellent service with nominal to no inconvenience or disruption for the client.
- Perform quality work that meets or exceeds the expectation and satisfaction of the client.
- Perform work using Best Practices while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures to provide a safe workplace.
Perform general maintenance, repair, remodeling, and construction. Work may include but not limited to:
- General construction work including rough and finish carpentry work; examples include framing walls, install sheetrock and finish trim; install doors and trim. Install roof coatings and repair roofs; install and repair floor coverings, plastic laminates, and ceramic/quarry/marble tile.
- Install and repair carpet, carpet pad, carpet tile, vinyl, rubber cover base, and ceramic/quarry tile. Work includes but is not limited to preparation of surfaces, applications of adhesives, pastes, mortars, and grouts. Cabinet and furniture installation. Fence repair and new installation of fencing. Window and door repair/replacement. Equipment installation.
- General painting and coating work to include surface preparation, tape and mud wall board, application of all types of coatings, and paints utilizing brush, roller, and spray equipment. Install and repair plaster and synthetic plaster.
- Improvement project work on university facilities.
- Perform work on electrical systems such as 110-volt electrical switch and receptacle replacement, electrical connection repair, light fixture repair, hot water heater repair and replacement, repair and replace fractional horsepower motors, maintain, and repair branch panel systems.
- Erect, maintain, use, and dismantle equipment such as scaffolding, ladders, barricades, and temporary fencing. Operate high lift equipment.
- Operate and manage computerized, lighting control and fire suppression systems including adjusting, reprogramming, overriding, and troubleshooting.
- Using building blueprints, troubleshoot building issues as they arise.
- Conduct routine inspections of the building to assure proper operation of equipment and machines.
- Oversight of hanging the banners across University Way.
- Perform work on hot water heating systems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Certifications and/or training in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R).
Experience repairing and providing maintenance to commercial restaurant and building equipment.
Experience operating High Lifts.
Experience and/or education demonstrating a substantial working knowledge of a variety of skilled fields such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, and flooring.
Experience operating HVAC and lighting control software systems such as Alerton Compass Operating System and the N light air lighting control operating system.
Strong communication skills.
Valid Washington State driver's license.
Experience using Word, Excel, e-mail, and/or similar software applications to produce written correspondence, documentation, create simple reports, receive, and respond to e-mail inquiries, report time, etc.
Ability to create a preventive maintenance program for building equipment.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate both orally and in writing in a clear and professional manner.
Able to work independently and monitor progress against defined parameters.
Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds, and experiences.
OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Journey level status in HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, or related fields.
Ability to incorporate multicultural perspectives and issues into everyday conversations.
Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWU's commitment to inclusion and diversity.
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application at: careers.cwu.edu Job ID #6196
CWU is an EEO/AA/Title IX/Veteran/Disability Employer
