The University of Georgia
Overview
Posting Number: S14117P
Working Title: HVAC Chilled Water Systems Tech
Department: FMD-O&M-Building HVAC Shop
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. On occasion, employee may be required to perform duties after hours (evenings and weekends) due to emergency situations or planned work.
About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The University is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students, including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including the School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department The University of Georgia Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The division manages, operates and maintains campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote long-term sustainability.
Unit Website fmd.uga.edu
Position Details Classification Title: HVAC Mechanic III
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Position Summary This position has expert-level knowledge and skills for the operation and maintenance of the UGA campus building chilled water production system. The system includes chillers, cooling towers, chilled water and condenser water pumps, distribution piping, control valves, actuators, and the systems automation and microprocessor controls. This position works independently to monitor, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair the system at district plants and various campus buildings.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Expert-level knowledge and skills in operation, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of building chilled water and hot water production systems and components. Responsibilities include checks and corrective actions to ensure systems deliver chilled water per engineering specifications. Ability to diagnose and solve a wide range of operational issues arising from mechanical, electrical, and automated controls, including the following:
Chiller and cooling tower operation, troubleshooting, and repair
Chilled water and condenser water treatment
Troubleshoot and install chiller sensors, boards and relays
Troubleshooting, testing and assisting in commissioning of new building chilled water systems
Building Automation System (BAS) chilled water production control
Reading and interpreting mechanical plans and wiring diagrams
Analyzing and correcting communication issues
Analyzing and measuring fluid and air dynamics
Adherence to EPA refrigerant handling guidelines and ability to obtain universal refrigerant license
Physical Demands
Lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, working overhead, climbing stairs, using ladders (regular and extended) during an 8-hour shift
Lift up to 75 lbs during a shift
Responsibilities
Perform checks and take corrective action to ensure chilled water production systems and cooling towers operate per designed flow, volume and temperature requirements.
Install, maintain, and repair building chilled water mechanical components such as rods, condensers and evaporators.
Diagnose and solve operational issues from mechanical, electrical, and automated controls (sensors, boards, starters, relays, actuators).
Troubleshoot, test and assist in commissioning of new building chilled water production systems.
Assist and support other duties as assigned by the Building HVAC Shop Manager.
Work Schedule and Travel Percentage of time: 45% — Perform checks and corrective actions
Percentage of time: 25% — Install, maintain, repair components
Percentage of time: 20% — Diagnose operational issues
Percentage of time: 5% — Assist with commissioning
Percentage of time: 5% — Other duties as assigned
Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Lisa Johnson
Recruitment Contact Email: lisawc@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone: 706-542-7453
Other Information EEO Policy 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 accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR.
USG Core Values Statement: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details at the USG policy manual. Freedom of Expression is supported as described in Board Policy 6.5; details available online.
Background and Credit Checks: Offers of employment are contingent upon a background investigation and related checks. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. See the UGA Background Check website for details.
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Working Title: HVAC Chilled Water Systems Tech
Department: FMD-O&M-Building HVAC Shop
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. On occasion, employee may be required to perform duties after hours (evenings and weekends) due to emergency situations or planned work.
About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The University is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The main campus is in Athens, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students, including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including the School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department The University of Georgia Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The division manages, operates and maintains campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote long-term sustainability.
Unit Website fmd.uga.edu
Position Details Classification Title: HVAC Mechanic III
FLSA: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Position Summary This position has expert-level knowledge and skills for the operation and maintenance of the UGA campus building chilled water production system. The system includes chillers, cooling towers, chilled water and condenser water pumps, distribution piping, control valves, actuators, and the systems automation and microprocessor controls. This position works independently to monitor, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair the system at district plants and various campus buildings.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies Expert-level knowledge and skills in operation, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of building chilled water and hot water production systems and components. Responsibilities include checks and corrective actions to ensure systems deliver chilled water per engineering specifications. Ability to diagnose and solve a wide range of operational issues arising from mechanical, electrical, and automated controls, including the following:
Chiller and cooling tower operation, troubleshooting, and repair
Chilled water and condenser water treatment
Troubleshoot and install chiller sensors, boards and relays
Troubleshooting, testing and assisting in commissioning of new building chilled water systems
Building Automation System (BAS) chilled water production control
Reading and interpreting mechanical plans and wiring diagrams
Analyzing and correcting communication issues
Analyzing and measuring fluid and air dynamics
Adherence to EPA refrigerant handling guidelines and ability to obtain universal refrigerant license
Physical Demands
Lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, working overhead, climbing stairs, using ladders (regular and extended) during an 8-hour shift
Lift up to 75 lbs during a shift
Responsibilities
Perform checks and take corrective action to ensure chilled water production systems and cooling towers operate per designed flow, volume and temperature requirements.
Install, maintain, and repair building chilled water mechanical components such as rods, condensers and evaporators.
Diagnose and solve operational issues from mechanical, electrical, and automated controls (sensors, boards, starters, relays, actuators).
Troubleshoot, test and assist in commissioning of new building chilled water production systems.
Assist and support other duties as assigned by the Building HVAC Shop Manager.
Work Schedule and Travel Percentage of time: 45% — Perform checks and corrective actions
Percentage of time: 25% — Install, maintain, repair components
Percentage of time: 20% — Diagnose operational issues
Percentage of time: 5% — Assist with commissioning
Percentage of time: 5% — Other duties as assigned
Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Lisa Johnson
Recruitment Contact Email: lisawc@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone: 706-542-7453
Other Information EEO Policy 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 accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR.
USG Core Values Statement: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details at the USG policy manual. Freedom of Expression is supported as described in Board Policy 6.5; details available online.
Background and Credit Checks: Offers of employment are contingent upon a background investigation and related checks. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. See the UGA Background Check website for details.
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