Hvac/Refrigeration Mechanic

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Job Posting Title:

HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

Position Type:

Classified

Department:

LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - FSys- HVAC - Building Automation Systems (Frank Michael Rivet (00005866))

Work Location:

1146 Facility Srvcs Central Shop

Pay Grade:

Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

Job Description:

This is a Journeyman position in our HVAC department. This position requires basic skills in the maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration equipment including preventative maintenance duties.

Job Duties:

30%- Performs preventative maintenance duties such as add coolant, change & adjust belts, change air filters and service equipment with lubricants and chemicals.

30%- This position requires working independently with minimal supervision to investigate make general repairs to buildings' air conditioning/heating systems and other related mechanical equipment such as freezers, fans, etc.

10%- Recharges air conditioning system with proper amount of lubricant and refrigerant.

10%- Installs, replaces, adjusts and calibrates major components of refrigeration units: compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service values, thermostats, coils and drive assemblies.

10%- Overhauls and repairs pumps, motors, control systems, piping and other equipment used in refrigerating and air conditioning systems.

5%- Works along side of other advance journeyman to troubleshoot and repair control systems.

5%- Performs other duties as assigned by the Department including on-call and emergency work when required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.

Special or Physical Qualifications:

• Due to the nature of this position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67.

• In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of an emergency or closure.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, be capable of stooping, kneeling, or crouching; able to reach and/or climb a ladder, climb stairs, and bend their back. Due to the position's physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04.

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid Driver's License

EPA Certification- EPA Refrigerant Recycling and Recovery Certification (Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990)

Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details:

http://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=129030

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Frank Rivet at frivet@lsu.edu.

A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.

Posting Date:

July 21, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 4, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits- LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.