Refrigeration Mechanic
Description
Job Summary: The purpose of the Refrigeration Mechanic position is to provide the technical skills of a refrigeration mechanic necessary to facilitate successful mechanical system preventive maintenance, repair, or remodel tasks as part of CPFM’s role in providing the campus community with a quality physical environment in which to work and study. This will include installing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing existing and new refrigeration and heating equipment as well as air conditioning systems. The person in this position will ensure proper operation of systems and components such as condensers, compressors, line-sets, pumps, motors, belts, fans, mini-splits, freezers, walk-in freezers, window and portable AC units, and other types of large and small ventilating equipment. Interactions/contacts occur daily with the campus and larger community in the course of performing work and responding to emergencies.
Job Responsibilities: This position works as a member of a team while frequently performing tasks independently. Decisions may be made about the best method and materials necessary to ensure professional building practices. They may also include setting priorities and troubleshooting and emergency response situations. Work is reviewed regularly by the CPFM Supervisor to ensure it is performed efficiently, safely, and meets both expectations and applicable requirements. A performance appraisal is conducted annually. This position will regularly be working in high places, in tunnels, and outside in extreme temperatures.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Journey-level refrigeration mechanic experience which shows skill installing, maintaining, and repairing refrigeration equipment and air conditioning systems; OR • Completion of an approved refrigeration mechanic apprenticeship.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
• Possess a current Limited Energy Technician, Class B Electrical (LEB) license issued by State of Oregon.
• Possess a current Universal EPA refrigerant certification.
• Demonstrable experience with split-, variable refrigerant flow (VRF)-, and heat pump systems such as, but not limited to Daikin, Mitsubishi, Carrier, Trane, York, Bryant, Fujitsu, Lennox, Sanyo, and LG.
• HVAC and/or Refrigeration Technician certification.
Compensation: $27.69 - $35.08 per hour
Apply Online: To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application. Complete applications must consist of a current resume and an online application. All applications must be submitted here: https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/533632/refrigeration-mechanic