Posting Details
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.
Position Information
Job Title
HVAC/REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN 2
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the public , University Wide, AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699 Intradepartmental , AFSCME 1699 In-segment
Special Instructions to Applicants
HIRING UP TO 2 POSITIONS
This position is open to the public. However, current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees will be considered first.
In an effort to make the process of awarding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.
Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.
We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.
CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVESITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.
This Position Is Eligible For The Following Benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number
20166751S
Job Description
Under general direction of a lead worker or supervision by departmental administrator performs highly skilled installation, repair, & preventive maintenance on air conditioning, refrigeration, & heating equipment. Provides work direction, training & mentoring of lower-level air quality technicians and/or other trades workers performing craft duties. Established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of employee mentoring, training, development and inventory control*
Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Pay Rate
Pay Range |08|$24.14 - $27.18
Job Open Date
05/02/2025
Posting Close Date
5/15/2025
Job Category
Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment
Months
12 month
Planning Unit
Vice President for Finance & Administration
Work Schedule
PN119488 & PN100635
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Days off: Saturday & Sunday
Location: Athens
Campus
Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40 hours per week
Expected duration of assignment
Indefinite
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Scott Lindstrom, [email protected]
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Information
Employment Type
full-time regular
Job Family/Subfamily
Career Track & Level
Pay Grade
AFSCME|08|
Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report
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Required
Preferred
Job Industries
Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.
Position Information
Job Title
HVAC/REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN 2
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the public , University Wide, AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699 Intradepartmental , AFSCME 1699 In-segment
Special Instructions to Applicants
HIRING UP TO 2 POSITIONS
This position is open to the public. However, current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees will be considered first.
In an effort to make the process of awarding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.
Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.
We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.
CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVESITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.
This Position Is Eligible For The Following Benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number
20166751S
Job Description
Under general direction of a lead worker or supervision by departmental administrator performs highly skilled installation, repair, & preventive maintenance on air conditioning, refrigeration, & heating equipment. Provides work direction, training & mentoring of lower-level air quality technicians and/or other trades workers performing craft duties. Established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.
- Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.
- Provides work direction, training & mentoring for other lower-level air quality technicians engaged in installation, repair, inspection & maintenance (including preventative maintenance) of air conditioning, refrigeration & heating systems.
- Reciprocating, centrifugal, screw and scroll chillers: cleans, repairs, troubleshoots electric fans, controls, compressors, handles refrigerant.
- Absorption chillers: cleans and repairs; troubleshoots electric fans, controls, pumps, etc. Handles bromide.
- Dorm, dining & laboratory refrigeration: cleans and repairs; troubleshoots walk-in coolers, freezers, ice machines, compressors, electric controls, pumps, etc. Repairs air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating systems, thermostats, relays, valves, controls, compressors & filters; solders piping as necessary.
- Periodically inspects & tests installed equipment for proper assembly of components checking for any needed repairs & compliance with technical orders, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, specifications, handbooks.
- Installs, repairs, calibrates, and troubleshoots pneumatic, electric, & DDC controls, VAV systems; reads and interprets wiring diagrams, schematics, PID diagrams, piping diagrams; identifies elements of process control (e.g., sensors, transmitters, variable frequency drives, controllers); installs, splices, and terminates low-voltage connections for control instrumentation wiring; generates new documentation, suggests & makes required modification to system as needed; uses laptop computer and appropriate software to troubleshoot and adjust HVAC controls.
- Split systems: cleans and repairs; troubleshoots electric fans, controls, compressors, solenoid valves, etc. Installs & operates refrigeration, air conditioning, & heating units.
- Performs inventory control, work scheduling. Completes necessary documentation. Uses computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Cleans and repairs window units, troubleshoots electric fans and compressors. Repairs, maintains, troubleshoots, and installs air compressors.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Journey-level working knowledge of air conditioning & heating technology.
- Skill in installation and maintenance of air conditioning, refrigeration and heating equipment.
- Proficient use of personal computer and Windows operating system.
- Read and write common vocabulary in sentence structure;
- Add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages;
- Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems.
- Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form.
- Work independently or with others.
- Demonstrate willingness to work with diverse populations.
- Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of craft-associated hand and/or power tools and equipment.
- Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University guidelines and procedures.
- Work at heights;
- Lift up to 50 lbs.;
- An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.
- 48 months skilled experience in HVAC, refrigeration, controls, or equivalent.
- EPA refrigerant handling certification.
- Successful completion of any pertinent tests may be required.
- Valid driver's license.
- May be exposed to dirt, grease, odors, cramped conditions, extreme hot or cold temperatures, heights, and electrical hazards; may be exposed to dangerous machinery; confined spaces.
Knowledge of employee mentoring, training, development and inventory control*
- Developed after Employment.
Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
Pay Rate
Pay Range |08|$24.14 - $27.18
Job Open Date
05/02/2025
Posting Close Date
5/15/2025
Job Category
Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment
Months
12 month
Planning Unit
Vice President for Finance & Administration
Work Schedule
PN119488 & PN100635
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Days off: Saturday & Sunday
Location: Athens
Campus
Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40 hours per week
Expected duration of assignment
Indefinite
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Scott Lindstrom, [email protected]
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Information
Employment Type
full-time regular
Job Family/Subfamily
Career Track & Level
Pay Grade
AFSCME|08|
Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report
Clery Act Statistics
To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here!
Required
Preferred
Job Industries
- Other