The University of Oklahoma
*Senior HVAC Mechanic
The University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Come join the staff at OU HSC and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU HSC is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently building world-class institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer. We are looking for a Senior HVAC Mechanic to join our team! Under general direction, inspects, tests, maintains, repairs, calibrates, and installs mechanical refrigeration and equipment, air conditioning, heating, compressed air, and vacuum systems.
Duties:
Cleans air conditioner condensers, coils, dampers on air chandlers, and grills on ceiling and walls
Maintains exhaust fan systems
May clean and maintain shop and equipment rooms
Tests system operations for leaks and defects using gauges and instruments
Troubleshoots the problem and makes any necessary repairs to the system
May estimate costs and recommend replacement of equipment to the Lead or Supervisor
Works on specialized lab equipment such as centrifuges, ultra-low temperature freezers, and alcohol chillers
Installs, repairs, and maintains a variety of electronic and pneumatic equipment
Fabricates sheet metal using correct tools and equipment
Follows safety rules and regulations
Adjusts or replaces worn or defective mechanisms and parts and reassembles repaired systems
Installs complex expansion and control valves, flex and metal ducts, fan coil units, pipes, wiring, and insulation
Maintains records of repair, replacements, and time spent on each job
Continues to stay abreast of changing technologies, procedures, and products by reading trade journals, operating manuals, and attending workshops and seminars
May clear ice and snow from sidewalks, streets, and parking areas with hand tools and/or heavy equipment
Participates in training and educational activities
May train others on procedures and operation of equipment
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Duties:
Cleans air conditioner condensers, coils, dampers on air chandlers, and grills on ceiling and walls
Maintains exhaust fan systems
May clean and maintain shop and equipment rooms
Tests system operations for leaks and defects using gauges and instruments
Troubleshoots the problem and makes any necessary repairs to the system
May estimate costs and recommend replacement of equipment to the Lead or Supervisor
Works on specialized lab equipment such as centrifuges, ultra-low temperature freezers, and alcohol chillers
Installs, repairs, and maintains a variety of electronic and pneumatic equipment
Fabricates sheet metal using correct tools and equipment
Follows safety rules and regulations
Adjusts or replaces worn or defective mechanisms and parts and reassembles repaired systems
Installs complex expansion and control valves, flex and metal ducts, fan coil units, pipes, wiring, and insulation
Maintains records of repair, replacements, and time spent on each job
Continues to stay abreast of changing technologies, procedures, and products by reading trade journals, operating manuals, and attending workshops and seminars
May clear ice and snow from sidewalks, streets, and parking areas with hand tools and/or heavy equipment
Participates in training and educational activities
May train others on procedures and operation of equipment
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position