Building/Refrigeration Engineer

* Inspects and tests building systems and equipment.* Troubleshoots equipment and identifies and solves problems.* Dismantles defective equipment and installs new or repaired parts.* Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment including cleaning and lubricating shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of equipment.* Interprets building and equipment documentation to troubleshoot and make repairs.* Installs, repairs, and verifies proper operation of building systems and equipment.* Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related pneumatic equipment; repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.* Installs and verifies operation of basic systems such as HVAC and Refrigeration systems, plumbing-sinks, faucets, toilets, electrical-circuit breakers, light bulb and ballast changes.* Must be experienced in refrigerant recovery procedures.* Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of equipment.* Uses appropriate tools and equipment.* Helps introduce new employees to shop protocol, procedures and campus applications and equipment.* Requisitions materials and supplies using in-house procedures as needed. Keeps working areas, and mechanical rooms, neat, clean and safe.* Wears and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.* Uses computers to enter and access job related information.* Undertakes training related to job duties as deemed necessary by University, Direct Supervisor or Management Staff.* Responds to alarms and emergency situations during shift and after hours.

Available to respond to after- hours emergencies as needed and requested.* Assists with providing engineering coverage for events, when needed or requested.* Provides Engineering support for Capital Projects when needed.* Performs related job duties as may be assigned.* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.* Advanced job-related training program in air conditioning and refrigeration required.* Completion of HVAC apprenticeship program preferred.* Completion of job-related associate’s degree (AA) preferred.* Access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements.* Read and interpret documents.* Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.* Perform mathematical functions relevant to the position.* Problem-solve.* Work schedule is Monday-Friday, 1:00pm-9:00pm shift.* Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and physically capable of strenuous activity over extended periods of time.* Must be able to lift and move loads appropriate to job requirements and bend and work in a kneeling position for periods of time.* Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work at heights as required, enter and work within tight spaces, and withstand hot and cold temperatures.* Must be able to work independently.When applying, the document(s) **MUST** be uploaded via the **My Experience** page, in the section titled **Application Documents** of the application.The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.To learn more about the university click here #J-18808-Ljbffr