Skilled HVAC Mechanic

Company: Oakton Community College
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

Category:


Staff


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Department:
Facilities



Locations:
Des Plaines, IL


Posted:
Apr 12, 2022



Closes:
Open Until Filled




Type:
Full Time Staff





Position ID:
145250









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About Oakton Community College :

For over 50 years, Oakton Community College has been the setting where thousands begin or continue their college or career studies. Educating people of all ages, from all walks of life and from more than 40 nations, Oakton focuses on improving the quality of life for everyone who enters its doors.

We offer:

Continuing education

Great benefits

Paid winter break

FRIDAYS OFF during the summer



Job Description:

Basic Function and Responsibility:

Under general supervision, utilize independent judgment to construct, alter, install and repair heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems, fire protection, elevators/lift systems. Ability to respond to other building structures and/or systems including electrical, pipe fitting and other related areas of skilled maintenance technology. Exercise independent judgment based on job knowledge and training to complete tasks.



Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs on heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, pneumatic and digital controls, hot and chilled water distribution, variable volume systems, chillers, boilers, motors, pumps, air handling units, roof top units.
• Remodel, construct, renovate and renew areas of campus buildings providing expert knowledge to produce most efficient technical results.
• Assist in the completion of new construction and design, specify, install and maintain equipment to produce desired end results.
• Assist in instructing and training unskilled employees in safe, effective methods of performing task in the assigned maintenance function.
• In collaboration with HVAC Chief, determine and evaluate safe and most economical solution of specific maintenance problems.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Perform snow removal and perform special work assignments or clean ups as directed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  Supervision Received:
  
  Functional Supervision is received from the HVAC Chief. Administrative Supervision received from the Director of Facilities
  
  Supervision Exercised:
  
  Functional Supervision is exercised over General Maintenance Personnel.
  
  
  
  
  
  Requirements:
  
  Qualifications and Working Conditions:
  
  
  • Journeyman with 5 year experience in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning.
  • Ability to perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs on heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, pneumatic and digital controls, hot and chilled water distribution, variable volume systems, chillers, boilers, motors, pumps, air handling units, roof top units.
  • Ability to operate building automation system, pneumatic and digital controls, variable frequency drive controls.
  • Ability to examine, troubleshoot, detect and diagnose defective HVAC equipment, hardware or materials.
  • Ability to perform major component replacement and evaluation of complex system problems under leadership of HVAC Chief.
  • Ability to read, interpret and follow mechanical blueprints, schematics, specifications and other technical documents related to the installation, maintenance, repair of HVAC systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot fire alarm and fire suppression systems.
  • Ability to weld, solder, braze and connect supply lines, air ducts and vents, refrigeration piping and pumps.
  • Ability to react quickly and to analyze known data or symptoms of a problem and arrive at a logical solution.
  • Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
  • Ability to document and track preventative maintenance activities.
  • Ability to troubleshoot elevators and lifts is a plus.
    
    
    
    Position will require employees to have:
    
    the ability to stand, walk and move for extended periods of time (Often - 75% - 100%).
    
    the ability to detect dirt, dust, stains and marks. (Often 75% to 100%)
    
    the ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull, and reach in all directions (Often - 75% - 100%)
    
    the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. (Often 75% - 100%)
    
    the ability to perform moderate to strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time. (Often 75% - 100%)
    
    the ability to set up and operate mechanical cleaning equipment. (Occasional 50% to 75%)
    
    the ability to work at heights and the ability to ascend/descend ladders. (Seldom - 0% - 25%)
    
    Some shifts will require the use of radio communication. Employees on these shifts, using these devices, will be required to have the ability to hear and exchange information clearly.
    
    Job duties may be performed in hot, dusty, dirty environments. Employees may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions
    
    
    
    
    Additional Information:
    
    HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
    
    SALARY: $51,338 -
    
    Oakton Community College requires all employees to adhere to a Vaccination /Testing Mandate and Mask Requirement.
    
    Based on the needs of the college and with Administrator approval, some positions at the college may have remote or hybrid schedule options available. Please note, that during the 65 working day probationary period, employees are required to report to campus.
    
    Oakton requires all employees to adhere to a Vaccination /Testing Mandate and Mask Requirement.
    
    Oakton is accessible by public transportation.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Application Instructions:
    
    For further details, visit our website at www.oakton.edu and select the Employment link to view Employment Opportunities.
    
    Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of, at least, three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your application. One (1) of the references must be your most recent, direct supervisor.
    
    Oakton Community College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution, committed to employing competent, qualified individuals. Oakton Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, socioeconomic status, sex or gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation in admission to and participation in its educational programs, college activities and services, or in its employment practices.
    
    Posted positions may be removed from the Oakton website without notice when it is determined that no additional applicants are required.
    
    
    
    
    
    URL: www.oakton.edu
    
    
    

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