Hvac/R Repair And Preventative Maintenance Technician II

Position Title

HVAC/R Repair and Preventative Maintenance Technician II

Requisition Number

9499BR

College/Division

Finance & Administration

Required Application Documents

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Employment Category

Fulltime

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

How To Apply

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/internal. Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration or related field.
• 2-3 years of progressively responsible experience in the HVAC field in a commercial, industrial, or institutional setting or working for a contractor in an comparable setting.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Skills

• Must have excellent mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must work independently and be self-sufficient.
• Must be able to work from various heights on ladders and lifts up to 35 feet, work on equipment from stooping or kneeling positions.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to distinguish colors used for piping service and electrical wire insulation.
• Must follow all OSHA, EPA, and NYS codes for HVAC work.
• Must be familiar with energy management systems (EMS) to utilize the systems for troubleshooting and verifying equipment performance.
• Must be able to trace out and understand mechanical and domestic piping and air side systems.
• Must have computer skills using Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Be familiar with Confined Space entry procedures, and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
• Must be able to work in irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors, and loud noises while utilizing appropriate PPE.

NOTE: The successful candidate hired for this position will be required to drive on occasion, and therefore will be required, upon hire, to immediately enroll in the NYS LENS program.

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Department/College Description

The FMS department is a dynamic organization striving to collaboratively design, construct, operate, and maintain an exceptional and cost-effective living, learning, and working environment for the RIT community.

Job Summary

RIT's Facilities Management Services department is looking for a dynamic HVAC/R Repair & Preventative Maintenance Technician II to join the FMS Engineering Services team. We value and care about our team members and are committed to your well-being. As part of the team, you are eligible for RIT's comprehensive and competitive benefits program that adds generously to your total compensation. Some of those benefits include medical/dental/vision, sick and vacation time, retirement, financial planning resources, educational benefits for you and your dependents, employee wellness program, and free use of on-site fitness facilities. Additionally, our schedules are consistent, year-round, and you will be eligible for professional development and cross-training opportunities that support your career growth.

The HVAC/R Repair & Preventative Maintenance Technician II is part of the FMS Engineering teams that are responsible for the Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration equipment for the RIT campus. The HVAC Repairs group performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and upgrades on HVAC and Refrigeration equipment. The Operations group is on campus 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, monitoring HVAC equipment, responding to system alarms, and customer service calls. The Controls group maintains, improves, and installs building automations systems that optimize the operations of the HVAC systems for building occupant comfort, energy conservation, and process control.