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The University of Georgia

HVAC Chilled Water Systems Tech

The University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604

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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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