HVAC Mechanic II at University of Maryland, Baltimore

University of Maryland, Baltimore is currently seeking a HVAC Mechanic II to join Facilities Maintenance - Building Maintenance - Mechanical Trades. Under general supervision, the selected incumbent will install, service and repair all components or sub-components of commercial and industrial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Mechanic at this level install, diagnose problems, and repair commercial and industrial heat pumps and centralized air conditioning systems up to 250 tons with multiple zone applications.

 

BENEFITS (Non-Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension), effective on your date of hire. Non-exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that starts with 11 days of vacation accrued per year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and time for community service; comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland.  All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

 

PRIMARY DUTIES

1. Installs, operates, services and repairs chiller plants with tonnage application up to 250 tons. Diagnoses, tests, repairs and replaces complex internal chiller controls and auxiliary components of a total system.

2. Operates, services and repairs air handling and hydronic pumping systems of various designs

3. Performs test and balance procedures to air and hydronic systems to determine required adjustments. Makes adjustments to assure optimal system operation.

4. Tests water in cooling towers; adds chemicals for control of alkalinity algae and scale formation in condensers. Tests water in closed loop systems; add chemicals to control corrosion and bio-growth.

5. Diagnoses, maintains, and performs service repairs to gas burners. Replaces heat exchangers and component controls. Tests and sets up burner operation to provide proper fuel to air ratios.

6. Maintains variable frequency drive applications on pumps and fans.

7. Services and repairs humidification systems utilizing steam and/or self-generated applications.

8. Services and repairs plumbing and electrical components of HVAC building systems.

9. Provides guidance and training in the HVAC trade to other maintenance personnel.

10. Performs all the duties of the Temperature Control Mechanic and HVAC Mechanic I.

 

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

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