HVAC Refrigeration Mechanic - Biscayne Bay Campus

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Maintains, repairs, replaces, and installs all phases of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning systems and equipment to provide quality building environments enhancing the learning experience and comfort for the students, faculty, and staff. Changes air filters in all HVAC equipment and Clean/Replace A/C vents as needed. Checks equipment operation and reports any issues of the A/C to the department coordinator.

• Operates, maintain, alter, and repair the Facilities Maintenance equipment and HVAC systems in all campuses. Performs preventive maintenance on all HVAC systems, units, and equipment. Operates all central chiller plants. Performs a variety of operating and preventative maintenance duties to ensure that the University's HVAC equipment is maintained to provide the University community with an adequate and uninterrupted comfortable working environment. Performs prescheduled preventative maintenance on Air Handlers, Pumps, and Ventilation systems. Performs belt adjustments and changes, filter cleaning and/or changing, coil cleaning, motor replacement, bearing lubrication/replacement, general cleaning of equipment and mechanical rooms, and periodic painting of the equipment and/or rooms. Communicates problems and utilities concerns to the department Coordinator seeking their expertise and/or solution. Performs corrective and preventative maintenance of these units and associated equipment's. Reads and interpret Blue Prints drawing. Operates motor vehicles to transport materials in the performance of these duties.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs .5 to 25 ton central/package A/C units. Operates, maintains, and repairs individual A/C units on campus. Performs coil cleaning, motor repairs/replacement, Freon charging and recovery, electrical switch control replacements, and routine preventative maintenance.
• Operates and maintains all chilled water pumps, all exhaust/supply fans, all water coolers, and lab fume hoods and associated fans (ie: lubricates/cleans, repairs, and replaces) to keep equipment operating efficiently as designed.
• Operates the FIU Energy Management Systems to check and monitor building temperatures and settings as needed for events and normal use.
• Operate FIU's Maximo Work Order program to document work being completed thru corrective, routine, and preventative maintenance requests. Generate, create, and complete work orders with actual/time and log inputs in a timely manner.
• Performs essential duties during any emergencies, such as hurricanes, storms and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during University emergency closings with appropriate notification by department administrator. Participates in weekend rotation and may be required to cover important University events beyond regular hours and regular schedule.
• Performs other related duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

• High School Diploma or GED. Two (2) years of HVAC experience; OR equivalent combination of specialized training program in the repair of HVAC equipment and related experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Valid Florida Driver License

• Universal Refrigerant Card Certificate
• Journeyman HVAC Mechanic License

• Staff

• $35,000 - $42,000

Begin time: 8:00 AM
End time: 4:00 PM

• Confined Space Entry
• Hazardous Chemicals
• Loud Noise from Equipment/Machinery/Vibration
• Manual Materials Handling
• Needs personal protective equipment for the job
• Operating University Vehicles (all types)
• Power Tools
• Roof Work & Scaffolds
• Ultraviolet/Infrared Generating Equipment
• Utilities & High Voltage Equipment
• Compressed Gases/Liquids
• Ladders/Lifts/ Elevated Platforms
• Metal/Wood Working Machinery
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Required to work outside more than one hour per day
• Welding Equipment

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

• Must be able to work in close quarters for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals, liquid, solid waste and soiled material.
• Must be able to work with loud noise from Equipment/Machinery/Vibration.
• On call 24 hour by 7 day for possible emergency situations.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
• May be required to work on University holidays.
• Travel to FIU Campuses and affiliated hospitals
• Shift may vary according to departmental needs.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:

• Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
• Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
• Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
• Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability
• A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.

If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.