Number of Vacancies 1
Location Edinburg, Texas
Department Campus Facilities Operations
FTE 1
FLSA Non-Exempt
Scope of Job
To provide supervision and journeyman level skills in the operation and maintenance of all air conditioning and related mechanical equipment and utility systems.
Description of Duties
• Inspects the operation of the HVAC systems and assigns or performs preventative maintenance.
• Responsible for overseeing and inspecting the repair and maintenance on all air conditioning systems.
• Supervises and participates in the calibration, installation, maintenance, and repair of pneumatic thermostats, air handlers, refrigeration devices, refrigerators, ice makers, compressors, fans, motors, water pumps, insulation, valves, boilers, and all other equipment and devices.
• Provides technical direction to other HVAC mechanics.
• Coordinates emergency repairs and preparations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General direction from the assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
Supervises assigned staff.
Required Education
High School Diploma.
Vocational School training in Air Conditioning.
Preferred Education
N/A
Licenses/Certifications
As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business.
Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history.
Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).
Requires technical certification or licensing directly related to the job.
Required Experience
Five (5) years of skilled/journeyman level experience as a refrigeration or AC mechanic including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.
Preferred Experience
N/A
Equipment
Skill in the use of all equipment of the A/C trade.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties.
Exposure to outside environments, hot, dry, wet, and cold; some work in restricted spaces, exposure to dust, some duties and working conditions may create bodily strain and discomfort.
Other
Duties may involve the lifting and moving of heavy objects, stooping, crawling, climbing, reaching, and other activities requiring physical exertion.
Danger of falls, chemicals, electrical shock and burns, and hazards and conditions inherent to the trade or assignment.
This position will be subject to a pre-employment physical.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category Full-Time
Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date 02/28/2024
Grant Funded Position No
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Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status.
In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment.
We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application.
The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission.
We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.
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Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC).
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .