HVAC REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN-CENTRAL PLANT-TEMPE CAMPUS

HVAC Refrigeration Technician – Central Plant – Tempe campus

Arizona State University

Central Plant

68184BR

Campus: Tempe

Job Description

Facilities Management, Central Plant, seeks an HVAC Refrigeration Technician to install, repair, overhaul and maintain heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration systems.

Salary Range

$19.96 per hour. ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package with the State of Arizona

Close Date

07-June-2021 is the initial close date. Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed every week until filled.

Essential Duties

This is a working position with responsibility and accountability for problem solving and resolution to keep Central & North Satellite plant components and systems operational at all times. This position requires a technical skill set to maintain the central plant’s equipment and systems in the highest state of operational readiness. 

The various types of equipment located within the two plants may include but are not limited to:

•   Air Handlers

•   RO Production System

•   Shaft and Pump Alignment

•   General Exhaust systems

•   Variable Frequency Drives

•   Heating and Cooling equipment

•   Both water and air cooled heat exchangers

•   Large centrifugal chillers > 1000 Tons with associated pumps and control valves

•   Cooling towers with associated pumps and control valves

•   Chill Water Pumps

•   Boilers

•   Steam Condensate pumps and associated systems

•   Hot Water Pumps

•   Steam systems and associated steam traps, pumps and control devices

Maintain preventative maintenance records. Read gauges and instruments and adjust mechanisms. Operate refrigeration recovery equipment in compliance with EPA guidelines, section 608. Handle CFC and HCFC refrigerant. Drive university vehicles. Effective communication skills. 

DAYS AND SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of progressively responsible HVAC or refrigeration experience; OR, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable skills, knowledge and abilities have been achieved. Some positions may require chlorofluorocarbons certification upon employment. Employee may be required to possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Desired Qualifications

·        Experience in commercial/industrial maintenance and repair; rebuilding; and installation large centrifugal chillers and their associated equipment; OR

·        Experience in commercial/industrial HVAC troubleshooting for Heating/Cooling/Electrical; AND

·        Evidence of EPA 608 Universal CFC certification

·        Evidence of Forklift certification

Working Environment

Utilize power tools (e.g. drills, generators, saws, lifts, vacuum equipment). Climb ladders, ladder wells, and stairs. Work off ladders using hand tools and power tools to include working off lift platforms at heights above six feet. Use lifting, moving, and rigging equipment to safely move, transfer, or relocate heavy equipment. Operate refrigeration recovery equipment in compliance with EPA guidelines, section 608. Handle CFC and HCFC refrigerant in accordance with EPA guidelines, section 608. Work in adverse working conditions such as confined spaces (e.g. tunnels, man holes, vaults), dirty areas, low lighting, and extreme temperatures. Stoop, bend, and reach. Lift up to 75 pounds. Drive University vehicles. 

May be exposed to hazardous and dangerous materials, tools, and equipment which will require safety precautions and/or specific process to be followed, and may include the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (e.g. safety glasses, hearing protection, negative pressure and positive pressure respirator, steel toed boots, hard hat, and safety vest). Use of PPE may require medical clearance prior to use.  

Department Statement

ASU Facilities Development and Management (FDM) maintains and services all university-owned property, and develops and constructs innovative and sustainable facilities. FDM’s vision is to contribute to and guarantee the success of the university’s mission by creating and caring for the ASU campus and environment. We provide quality customer service, effectively steward our resources, and meet the needs of the university through creative and collaborative efforts.

ASU offers a comprehensive benefits package at very competitive rates to enhance the total compensation of its faculty and staff. This package includes low-cost health and life benefits to insure you and your family, a wellness program for preventative health education and screenings, a disability and leaves program for income protection, employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services, access to world-class educational opportunities at deeply discounted rates, disability resources for Americans with Disabilities (ADA), a retirement program with a variety of retiree benefits to ensure your financial security at the end of your career, paid vacation and holidays – and more. For more information, please visit the Office of Human Resources, Benefits website, at  https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits 

ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a significant part of your overall total compensation – and ASU pays for most of it when you are a benefits-eligible employee.   https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator

For more reasons to join ASU, please visit: https://cfo.asu.edu/why-work-asu

Facilities Development and Management at ASU employment requires current eligibility to legally work in the United States. Facilities Development and Management will not be a sponsor for this position.

This position is located at the Central Plant on the ASU Tempe Campus.

This position requires working a rotating on-call/stand-by schedule and may be called in for emergency response including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Must possess EPA/CFC certification, or be able to obtain within five months of employment.

Must pass pre-employment physical examination post offer of employment to include audiogram, asbestos worker clearance, respiratory clearance questionnaire and respiratory fit test.

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license upon employment and maintain throughout employment. A Department of Motor Vehicle search will be conducted. Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39 month period from date of hire.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

Work reference history information for 3 current and/or former supervisors will be requested at time of interview.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

To apply please go to www.asu.edu/asujobs/ see Req Id# 68184BR