Position Information
UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of North Texas at Dallas and the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We are growing with the DFW region, enrolling a record 47,000+ students across our system and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
Posting Title Senior HVAC Technician Department UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000 Job Location Denton Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible Additional Retirement Information
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Salary Information Salary commensurate with experience. (Additional pay may be approved for certain licenses and certifications) Department Summary
The Maintenance division consists of seven Departments: Custodial Services, Grounds Department, Electrical Maintenance, Utilities Maintenance, Structural Maintenance, Construction Services, and Auxiliary Services. For additional information on the Facilities Maintenance department you may visit our website at: https: // facilities.unt.edu/about/maintenance
The Facilities Maintenance Department supports the academic, research, housing, and dining facility needs for the University of North Texas while providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of the University's physical assets. The Facilities Maintenance team performs routine and preventative maintenance and repairs of the campus buildings and utility infrastructure. Grounds services provides an aesthetically pleasing environment for University faculty, staff, students, and visitors by maintaining all campus turf, landscapes, irrigation system, litter control, solid waste management and recycling. Facilities Maintenance maintains, repairs, constructs, and renovates University facilities and installed systems in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, and in conformance with University policies and standards.
The Facilities organization at UNT is a service provider comprised of the following divisions: Facilities Planning Design & Construction (PDC); Facilities Maintenance (FM) and Facilities Support & Services (FSS). We are responsible for the planning, renovation, maintenance and repair of university buildings and facilities, as well as other services playing an essential role to the mission of the University of North Texas. Facilities has over 325 employees who lead the way in caring for and operating over 175 facilities across 960 acres of property. Our goal is to provide world-class support for the University by ensuring safe, reliable, efficient facility and utility operations delivered with outstanding customer service and effective stewardship of resources and the environment. For additional information on Facilities, you may visit our website at: https: // facilities.unt.edu/
Position Overview
This position is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on all equipment associated with the production and distribution of chilled water to buildings on the UNT Denton campuses. This position also performs all other duties assigned, including decorative fountain repairs, building automation troubleshooting, and troubleshooting and/or repair of chilled water end use devices (AHUs). This position is also responsible for maintenance on DX units, walk in coolers and any related control devices.
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED equivalent and five years of experience in maintenance/repair or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Substitution of education for experience allowed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of and skill in use of standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of general maintenance task; knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of general maintenance; knowledge of blueprints, schematics, and working drawings. • Ability to use basic shop math applications. • Ability to locate and identify problems in appropriate building system or equipment and to plan and execute necessary repairs. • Physical ability to perform moderately heavy physical work which includes lifting and crawling, and to remain outdoors in inclement weather. • Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
Required License / Registration / Certification
Section 608 Refrigeration Technician Certification.
Possession of a valid Texas driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles.
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Driving University Vehicle Yes Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position. EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Senior HVAC Technician Physical Requirements Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Crawling, Driving, Kneeling, Lifting up to 50 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
Job Duties
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Performs repairs on campus mechanical equipment including HVAC and other mechanical systems. Provides assistance and instruction to junior team members.
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Performs preventive maintenance on campus mechanical equipment including, but not limited to; air handlers, chillers, cooling towers, DX systems and pumps. Provides assistance and instruction to junior team members.
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Maintains tools in good working order. Makes tool and material requests to supervisor, or senior team member. Maintains cleanliness of shop, mechanical spaces on campus, and university vehicles. Picks up trash on campus when it is encountered.
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Makes suggestions on new equipment and equipment operation. Works with campus EMS and monitors BMS as assigned.
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Communicates with the requestors of work orders assigned. Attends position spectific training as available. Performs all other dutues assigned by Facilities Maintenance supervisor, manager, or director.
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Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.
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Promotes Facilities' core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.
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Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
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Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S5932PPosition End Date (if temporary) Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit a resume with their online application.
Quicklink for Posting https: // jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/69736
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