HVAC Technician Senior - Boise, United States - Boise State University

Description

About Us:

Boise State University is located along the banks of the Boise River and a short stroll from the state capitol.

We are committed to an innovative, transformative, and equitable educational environment that supports student success, and advances Idaho and the world.

Boise State is building an inclusive community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, cultural contributions, work history, and perspectives create a rich and rewarding academic experience for our students.

Applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities are welcomed.

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Job Summary/Basic Function:

To perform journey-level installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; perform related work.


Level Scope:

Regularly works on tasks that are varied and complex.

Applies full range and job knowledge; frequently adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet specialized needs; may serve as lead; performs broad and/or focused assignments under general supervision; originality and ingenuity are often required to help establish procedures in functional area; relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned tasks.

Essential Functions:

• Analyzes, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on all HVAC installations, fire and boiler alarm and surveillance control systems (high and low pressure); defines and implements preventive maintenance programs for motors, steam condensate return traps, pumps, controls, compressors, auxiliary heating and cooling systems, and related devices; compiles reports for changes, including reporting costs, estimating values, and justifying changes; reviews work of construction; maintains air distribution and balance systems; adds chemicals and analyzes water treatment for chill water and heating systems; plans and installs auxiliary control systems; prepares system for winter carry-over and cold weather conditions; calibrates pipe and vent sizes; may design and install sheet metal; installs/inspects thermostats, and electrical wiring of furnaces, unit heaters, and cooling units; reviews new designs and concepts.
• Tests/maintains emergency electrical equipment such as generators and battery operated lighting; inspects and maintains specialized items; repairs switches and light fixtures; repairs broken pipes, fixes leaks.
• Assists other maintenance and crafts staff performing their duties; responds to emergency call-backs.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• EPA universal certification for service technicians;
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Quality control analysis

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:

Charging, starting, and checking for proper operation of HVAC type equipment and related devices; troubleshooting and repairing digital electronic and pneumatic HVAC control systems; starting, stopping, and troubleshooting chiller operations and chilled water systems; modifying and/or installing natural gas and water piping; operating, maintaining, diagnosing problems, and repairing industrial type HVAC systems and control devices; performing basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and sheet metal work; welding and repairing material and brazing pipe; cutting, brazing and soldering high pressure refrigerant piping.

Required Licenses:
HVAC Journeyman Licensing, Universal Refrigerant Licensing, AND Driver's License.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary of $30.85/hr.

Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being.

Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family. Learn more about our benefit options at

Employee contributions: 7.16% University contributions: 11.94%

Health Insurance Premiums:

Tuition Fee Waiver:
for self, spouse, and dependents
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Time Off
Holidays
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave

Advertised: April 12, 2024 Mountain Daylight Time

Applications close: April 28, :55 PM Mountain Daylight Time