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Job Summary
HVAC/REFRIGERATION MECHANIC
at
University of Georgia
- Skilled technical work at the journeyman level involving operation, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building HVAC systems and components.
Position Details
Posting Number:
S13724P
Working Title:
HVAC/REFRIGERATION MECHANIC
Department:
FMD-O&M-AC & Refrigeration
Location:
Athens Area, GA
Employment Type:
Employee, Full Time
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (occasional after‑hours)
Salary:
$44,000 or commensurate with experience
Benefits:
Benefits Eligible, TRS retirement plan
FTE:
1.0
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications
Technical knowledge in HVAC/Refrigeration obtained through apprenticeship, formal training, or on‑the‑job experience.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigeration, air‑conditioning, heating, or related equipment.
Reading and understanding of blueprints, sketches, oral and written instructions.
Ability to follow standard trade practices.
Refrigerant handling certification (or willingness to obtain).
Competencies
Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigeration, air‑conditioning, heating or related equipment.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions; work from blueprints and sketches.
Apply standard trade practices in performing work.
Use refrigerant handling equipment; obtain certification if not already certified.
Physical Demands
Lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, working overhead, climbing stairs, and using ladders throughout an 8‑hour shift.
Lift up to 75 lbs during a work shift.
Responsibilities (Percentage of Time)
Operate, troubleshoot, repair and install building HVAC systems – 60%
Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment – 15%
Perform building equipment checks and inspections – 10%
Interact with customers via phone and in person to coordinate work – 5%
Prepare work related documents (work orders, vouchers, reports, purchase requests, etc.) – 5%
Other duties as required and assigned by supervisors – 5%
Additional Information
Driving is a responsibility of this position – yes.
Position of trust – yes.
Direct interaction with financial resources – no.
Security access required – yes.
Background investigation and credit check required for all positions with financial responsibilities.
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Contact Details Recruitment Contact : Lisa Johnson lisawc@uga.edu 706-542-7453
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at
University of Georgia
- Skilled technical work at the journeyman level involving operation, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building HVAC systems and components.
Position Details
Posting Number:
S13724P
Working Title:
HVAC/REFRIGERATION MECHANIC
Department:
FMD-O&M-AC & Refrigeration
Location:
Athens Area, GA
Employment Type:
Employee, Full Time
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (occasional after‑hours)
Salary:
$44,000 or commensurate with experience
Benefits:
Benefits Eligible, TRS retirement plan
FTE:
1.0
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications
Technical knowledge in HVAC/Refrigeration obtained through apprenticeship, formal training, or on‑the‑job experience.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigeration, air‑conditioning, heating, or related equipment.
Reading and understanding of blueprints, sketches, oral and written instructions.
Ability to follow standard trade practices.
Refrigerant handling certification (or willingness to obtain).
Competencies
Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigeration, air‑conditioning, heating or related equipment.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions; work from blueprints and sketches.
Apply standard trade practices in performing work.
Use refrigerant handling equipment; obtain certification if not already certified.
Physical Demands
Lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, working overhead, climbing stairs, and using ladders throughout an 8‑hour shift.
Lift up to 75 lbs during a work shift.
Responsibilities (Percentage of Time)
Operate, troubleshoot, repair and install building HVAC systems – 60%
Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment – 15%
Perform building equipment checks and inspections – 10%
Interact with customers via phone and in person to coordinate work – 5%
Prepare work related documents (work orders, vouchers, reports, purchase requests, etc.) – 5%
Other duties as required and assigned by supervisors – 5%
Additional Information
Driving is a responsibility of this position – yes.
Position of trust – yes.
Direct interaction with financial resources – no.
Security access required – yes.
Background investigation and credit check required for all positions with financial responsibilities.
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Contact Details Recruitment Contact : Lisa Johnson lisawc@uga.edu 706-542-7453
#J-18808-Ljbffr