HVAC Mechanic

The Scripps Research Institute is currently looking for an HVAC Mechanic to perform maintenance, installation, and repairs of a wide variety of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems throughout the institute.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Maintain, install, alter, and/or repair air distribution systems, exhaust and supply fans, variable frequency drive systems, pneumatic and other control systems, air compressors, fan coils, electrical circuits, electrical motor control centers, and heating equipment;
• Charge refrigeration systems with refrigerant and check operation;
• Respond to emergency calls, locate and determine the cause of equipment malfunctions, analyze problems and take corrective steps to repair or replace equipment as needed;
• Inspect and test equipment; replace worn air filters, belts, blower wheels, shafts, bearings, relays, fuses, switches, condensers, thermostats and other equipment parts. Inspect motors and checks load amperage and static pressure in the system, lubricate bearings, clean equipment for maximum efficiency;
• Maintain cold rooms and warm rooms, check temperature settings, inspect and replace equipment as needed;
• Prefabricate and install piping or air distribution systems, repair and replace valves and fittings;
• Install, repair and replace water, gas, vacuum and compressed air and waste lines;
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications to determine installation or repair requirements;
• Interact with TSRI personnel, utility companies, contractors and vendors to evaluate, plan and coordinate work. Estimate labor and material costs for work requests. May order supplies.
• Perform routine work orders and preventative maintenance tasks, as assigned;
• Accurately record daily hours worked and time spent on individual tasks;
• Work daily with the Facilities Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Software;
• May perform related tasks and work of other Facilities department personnel, as required or assigned.