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HVAC Mechanic - Entry Level

Company:
Carnegie Mellon University
Location:
Pittsburgh, PA, 15201
Posted:
May 07, 2024
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Description:

* Pay increases every 6 months based on performance per apprentice pay scale for on-the-job training (OJT). Upon successful completion of OJT and demonstration of technical competence, may be promoted to Craft I HVAC Mechanic.

Stationary Engineer required to be further promoted to Craft II HVAC Mechanic.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: This position will require flexibility in working various shifts, overtime, and call-out work.

You will need to be able to work outside during inclement conditions in a safe and effective manner.

* Adjust and repair pneumatic, electric, and electronic control HVAC components.

* Monitoring and controlling HVAC equipment via computer interfaces, requisition job parts and supplies.

* Inspect and monitor HVAC equipment including AHU's, FCU's, self-contained units, CRAC units and refrigeration equipment.

Maintain and repair as needed.

* Requisition job parts and supplies.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Training: * High school diploma or equivalent * EPA CFC Universal certification required * Graduation from HVAC trade school (must include transcript with resume for application to be considered) Experience: * Two years of full-time experience in an institutional (college, university, hospital, etc.) setting preferred.

* One year apprentice level experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC and/or structural trades preferred.

* Additional experience in HVAC system and DDC installations preferred.

* Documented on-the-job experience using hand tools.

Skills/Abilities: * Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications * Perform scheduled inspection and scheduled maintenance of HVAC equipment.

* Work in cooperation with other crafts, install new HVAC, refrigeration and associated control systems.

* Must be able to work effectively with other craft employees and deal with difficult people effectively.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage challenging customers.

* Must understand the scope of the job assigned and communicate effectively with customers to ensure scope of work is understood.

Physical: * Ability to move and work in confined spaces, up and down ladders and to work from ladders, scaffolding and bucket truck platform.

* Travel to jobs over a 100+ acre campus with many hills and stairs.

* Operate on and off-road vehicle or light trucks on support of assigned work.

* Ability to lift 40 pounds from ground to overhead.

* Ability to pass a physical exam for clearance to wear a respirator when working near hazardous environments.

REQUIREMENTS: * Successful Background Check * Valid PA Driver's License * Motor Vehicle Records (conducted annually) * Fitness for duty assessment and pre-employment medical exam * Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Screen * PA Child Protection Clearances (Act 153) Interested members of Local #95, IUOE should submit application online through Workday (vacancy #2021395) prior to 5 PM, Friday, April 5, 2024.

Resume and trade school transcript must be included with application to be considered for the position.

Location Pittsburgh, PA Job Function Craft Trades (L95) Position Type Staff - Regular Full Time/Part time Full time Pay Basis Hourly More Information: * Please visit "Why Carnegie Mellon" to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world.

* Click here to view a listing of employee benefits * Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

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