HVAC Mechanic at St. Bonaventure University

• Maintain all heating plant equipment in good working order.
• Monitor, operate and trouble shoot campus-wide energy management systems.
• Replace and rewire energy management system devices.
• Operate and maintain stand-alone boilers both steam and hot water.
• Repair and replace various HVAC systems.
• Do both minor and major plumbing repairs and installation.
• Test and repair water softeners.
• Wire motors, motor starters, relays, contactors, and other electrical devices.
• Troubleshoot, repair and replace electrical devices, such as bulbs, ballasts, wiring, switches, outlets, and breakers; install new lighting.
• Read and understand building blueprints for mechanical systems, plumbing and electrical lay-out.
• Read and understand electrical schematics.

• Test emergency electrical generators.
• Analyze and handle any emergency or maintenance problems that occur.
• Perform periodic scheduled preventative maintenance on HVAC units, generators and chillers.
• Troubleshoot failing equipment, request replacement parts and perform repairs.
• Remove decommissioned equipment and install new equipment.
• Assist other areas of the Facilities team as needed for emergencies, projects or events as assigned by your supervisor.
• Maintains a safe working environment within and around their facilities and associated equipment and supplies including, but not limited to, obtaining Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information pertaining to any hazards associated with their work environment.
• Safety: Participate in safety training and comply with safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

• Knowledge of power generation, HVAC and/or chiller equipment commercial maintenance and repairs.  Ability to troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Ability to run and understand various types of equipment, including, but not limited to, welders, torches, pipe-threaders, drills, grinders, man-lifts, forklifts, multi-purpose meters and computers. Must have a working knowledge of applicable regulatory code (fire, electrical, boiler, etc.).  Must be able to read electrical and mechanical blueprints.  Must be able to be trained in confined spaces, lockout-tag out, fall protection, bloodborne pathogens, hazardous waste, and forklift, respirator use.
• With or without reasonable accommodations the incumbent must be able to read and write and speak the English language at a college level, be capable of performing sometimes complex mathematical calculations, statistical calculations and other higher mathematical operations, must be able to communicate with all levels of the institution in written and spoken form.
• The ability to maintain regular and prompt attendance is essential to the successful performance of this position.
• Must be able to work independently as required.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. regularly and occasionally heavier loads with assistance.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, dust, noise).
• Ability to climb ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to operate tools and equipment required for the position.
• Visual acuity to read manuals, diagrams, and meters.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
• Must be able to wear and work in required personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Work performed indoors and outdoors, sometimes in extreme temperatures.
• Potential exposure to loud noises, electrical hazards, and hazardous materials.
• May require overtime, evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.