LSU Health Sciences Center Division of Facility Services in New Orleans is seeking motivated applicants for the position of HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic. There are multiple vacancies.
The person applying must possess two years of experience in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.
The starting pay for this position is $21.05 with an additional $1 Longevity Pay for hours worked only, rate may be adjusted based on applicants’ qualifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Preventive maintenance work
- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Work
- Computerized Energy Management System
- Perform minor projects as assigned on the entire campus that may include pipefitting, mechanical equipment, electrical circuits, painting and carpentry
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Follows safety guidelines and procedures
- Plan, price, order and pick up materials necessary for repairs using proper facility purchasing rules/regulations
- Special events work and campus maintenance emergencies
You must include all relevant work experience and education on your application. The duties you describe will be reviewed as part of the process in determining if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job and the offering rate.
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- This is a Civil Service Position. This position does not require applicants to take a Civil Service test.
- Pre-employment Physical, Drug testing and Criminal Background check are required.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the following link: https://lsuhsc.peopleadmin.com/postings/18730 For further information about this vacancy contact: Timethia Brown HR Specialist
LSU Health Sciences Center
HR Management Department
504.568.4835
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (
HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To provide skilled installation, maintenance, and repair on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration units in large office buildings, hospitals, and multi-building complexes.
LEVEL OF WORK:
ExperiencedSUPERVISION RECEIVED:
General from a HVAC/Refrigeration Foreman or maintenance supervisor of higher grade.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.
LOCATION OF WORK:
May be used by all state agencies.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Trades Apprentice by presence of journeyman level duties.
Differs from HVAC/Refrigeration Master Mechanic by lack of responsibility for major overhaul and modification of complex large tonnage, high horsepower centrifugal chillers, and other advanced HVAC/Refrigeration systems.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
CORE COMPETENCIES HAVE NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED BY STATE CIVIL SERVICE FOR THIS JOB TITLE. MORE INFORMATION ON THE SCS COMPETENCY MODEL CAN BE FOUND HERE.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Repairs and maintains heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment in buildings or complexes requiring total HVAC capacity of 20 tons or more.
Performs preventive maintenance duties on motors: adding coolant, adjusting controls, changing filters, etc.
Recharges air conditioning systems with proper amount of lubricant or refrigerant.
Overhauls and repairs pumps, motors, control systems, piping, and other equipment used in refrigerating and air conditioning systems.
Reports temperatures produced by machines and makes necessary adjustments to produce desired temperatures.
Installs, replaces, adjusts, and calibrates major components of refrigeration units: compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service valves, thermostats, coils, and drive assemblies.
Maintains records, log sheets, inventory, etc.
Services equipment with lubricants and chemicals.
