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- Assist in routine maintenance of equipment
- Perform specific tasks as directed in performing maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment, steam, gas and water lines, and other related heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment
- In accordance with instructions, carry out proactive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including tasks such as lubricating machinery, replacing belts, replacing filters, and cleaning equipment. Additionally, perform other preventive maintenance duties within the boiler, chiller, pump, AHU and other mechanical equipment rooms.
- Follow specific directions to learn operating procedures for the various HVAC equipment on Campus
- Participate in in-service training courses and on-the-job instruction relative to HVAC operation and engineering
- Clean parts, equipment, equipment areas, and painting of HVAC equipment and related areas
- Detail their qualifications and submit appropriate documentation with their application
- Explain and demonstrate their skills and competency for this position
- Communicate well with other employees and customers
- Possess and have demonstrated positive customer service skills
- Understand and follow written and oral instructions
- Be willing and able to respond to after hour calls resulting from equipment and system failures that may arise at any time of day or any day of the week
- Must possess basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical equipment used in building automation systems ( BAS ) and demonstrate proficiency in the safe use of hand and power tools required to perform work tasks.
- Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.
- When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated.
- HVAC experience
- HVAC training
- Basic electrical, plumbing and mechanical knowledge
- Good communication skills
- Good customer service skills
- Bending, twisting, ability to transport 50 pounds, ascend ladders, access equipment located on mezzanines, catwalks, basements and crawlspaces.
- Ability to work off ladders, scaffolding, in confined spaces and/or where air monitoring may be required.
- Work in loud/noisy dusty/dirty environments.
- Work with or around high-pressure steam, high-voltage electrical systems and rotating equipment.
- Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
- Faculty
- Faculty Student Association (FSA)
- Research Foundation Employee
- State Classified
- State Professional
- UB Foundation
- TA/GA
- Student
- No Current Employment Affiliation
- How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Conference
- Personal Referral
- Other
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Buffalo, United States - University at Buffalo
Description
Posting DetailsPosition Information
Fiscal Year
Position Title Facility Operations Assistant 1
Classification Title Facility Operations Assistant 1
Department Campus Operations
Posting Number C230108
Posting Link
Employer State
Appointment Type
Classified Appointment Term Permanent
Classified Position Type Labor Classified
Temporary Until
Salary Grade SG06
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The Facilities department at the University at Buffalo invites applications for our Facility Operations Assistant 1 position in the HVAC department.
Your responsibilities will include:
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.
About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Departmental Operating Needs
The incumbent must have an electrical and mechanical aptitude with a basic understanding of the concepts of HVAC systems.
The successful candidate must:
Since the activities of other employees depend upon the availability of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that will be considered when filling this vacancy.
Minimum Qualifications
There are no education or experience qualifications for this class.
Must be physically able to perform all the duties of this position as outlined in the Position Summary including:
Additional Salary Information
Work Days Weekdays - Monday - Friday
Work Hours
7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Type Full-Time
Campus All Campuses
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at or via email at
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.
Contact Information
Contact's Name John Wojcik
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Assistant Director, Utilities Operations
Contact's Email
Contact's Phone
Posting Dates
Posted 07/17/2023
Deadline for Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be Filled 08/31/2023
Supplemental Questions
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