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Job Category:
University Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
HVAC Mechanic
Job Summary:
Join the Housing Facilities team as an HVAC-R Mechanic!
The Mechanical Maintenance team repairs and maintains all mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration systems in University Housing, serving the residents and guests who live and eat on the UW-Madison campus. This position:
- Assists and guides student workers
- Communicates in English via radio and in person to emergency personnel
- Performs HVAC diagnosis and advanced repair work in a variety of University Housing Buildings in both occupied and vacant spaces.
- Performs duties in a highly diverse student and family housing community, including resident-occupied spaces, as well as in vacant and common areas
- Responds to, and solves urgent or emergency sanitation, temperature, and safety issues in housing and dining units.
- Leads assigned projects and activities to ensure satisfactory performance of mechanical systems
- Coordinates and oversees the work of vendors, outside contractors, and physical plant staff in housing and dining facilities
- Identifies and attends to seasonal and preventative maintenance requirements
- Assists in creating, leading, and participating in a collaborative environment
- Manages facilities records and databases
- Drives vehicles to efficiently transport staff, move supplies, and urgently respond to emergency situations.
- Provides after hours, weekend and holiday coverage as needed
- Provides support and assists as needed in the implementation of plans and procedures in the event of an emergency
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Advanced knowledge of the design, operation and functions of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems as they relate to building HVAC- related systems.
- Significant experience diagnosing and repairing commercial HVAC systems
- Experience with installing, diagnosing, and repairing HVAC actuators, dampers, VAV’s, pumps and other related components.
- Experience maintaining and/or replacing electrical components such as motors, pumps, thermostats
- A high level of mechanical aptitude
- Thorough knowledge of mechanical maintenance practices and occupational safety associated with the operation, treatment and repairs of same
- Ability to read and utilize mechanical and electronic thermometers, multi-meters, pressure gauges
- Basic understanding of electrical systems and service
- Basic understanding of plumbing systems
- Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and complete advanced level repair service on electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Experience with computerized database records or work order system
- Knowledge of maintenance and repair of appliances and equipment used for food preparation, commercial laundry equipment and basic home kitchen appliances
- Organizational and record keeping skills to prioritize and document work
- Basic understanding of DDC controls
- A desire to serve residents, staff and guests in University Housing
- Possess good communication and interpersonal skills and exercise a strong sense of priority and time management
Work Schedule will be determined with the selected finalist upon hire. Primary schedule is Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00am - 5:00pm, with an on-call or weekend rotation as required by the department.
Work with a team of dedicated professionals focused on excellent customer service with no sales component. Base hours are all daytime hours with flexible start time. This position may participate in a weekend schedule rotation or scheduled on-call with standby and call back compensation.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Identifies, prioritizes, troubleshoots, and escalates system problems, equipment malfunctions, and repair needs
- Performs scheduled preventative and routine maintenance and documents activity on equipment and systems to ensure optimal and safe operation
- Develops and schedules operational work plans for staff occasionally
- Monitors, tests, maintains, and repairs Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, related equipment, and controls according to established policies and procedures
- Receives, prioritizes, and responds to service requests according to established timelines and policies
Department:
Division of University Housing, University Housing Facilities
Housing Facilities is part of the Division of University Housing at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Our team is responsible for the full spectrum of two distinct facilities operations, which include housekeeping, mechanical maintenance, infrastructure repairs and renewal, and long‑term capital planning, for both undergraduate students and graduate students and their families living with us. As a student service organization, Housing Facilities advances the university’s mission by delivering safe, well-maintained living and learning environments.
TheResidence Halls, consisting of 30 buildings and 2 million square feet, houses approximately 8,000 undergraduate students during the academic year and welcomes more than 18,000 conference and program guests each summer. In addition to living spaces, our operations support a wide range of programs and functions, including classrooms, office spaces, dining and culinary operations, marketplace venues, meeting rooms, and event spaces.
University Apartmentsprovides housing to an average of 2,500 residents in 1,240 apartments, serving a diverse community of graduate students, staff, and their families. The University Apartments community is located on over 80 acres of greenspace and also includes a large community center with a Housing-operated licensed early childhood education program.
While most of our front-line staff and supervisors are hired with a primary unit location to serve residents and guests, specific to their role, our facilities team is committed to remaining flexible enough to support each other and our operations as needed throughout the year.
Compensation:
The starting hourly wage is $31.00 or higher based on qualifications and includes a competitive retirement and benefits package, including vacation, holidays, and paid time off. This is a full-time position. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).
This position may have a rotating weekend schedule or scheduled on-call with standby and call back compensation.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years of commercial maintenance experience
- Experience or training with installing, diagnosing, and repairing HVAC Systems
- Experience or training with testing and monitoring systems for maximum operating efficiency
- Drivers License - A valid driver’s license is required.
- A valid driver's license that meets UW Risk Management Standards is required for some positions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- More than 5 years of experience working in a commercial facilities environment performing diagnosis and repairing of building mechanical systems and system components.
- Related experience in a commercial, industrial, hotel, large multi-family, hospital, or similar environment
- On-call experience
- Industrial, technical, or HVAC-related degrees or certifications
- EPA Refrigerant Handling Certification
Education:
High School diploma preferred
How to Apply:
Please submit a resume within the online application system. There will only be one attachment field; you must upload all your documents in the attachment field. We are only able to consider completed application materials submitted by the deadline date.
Candidates who apply for this position may be considered for other or future vacancies within this title, including those which may have a different work schedule and/or requirements from this vacancy.
Additional Information:
This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial criminal background check to be eligible for employment and then every four years thereafter.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
University Housing may communicate with you about your application status using a text messaging service. To opt-out please reply "STOP" to text messages received or contact University Housing HR at hr@housing.wisc.edu or 608-262-2766. Message and data rates may apply.
Contact Information:
University Housing Human Resources, hr@housing.wisc.edu, 608-262-2766
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