This position is responsible for serving as the overall manager of the HVAC section of maintenance, including commercial refrigeration, natural gas heating systems, low-pressure steam, hot water boilers, chill water systems, and high and pressure cooling systems. Perform preventive maintenance of HVAC/refrigeration systems; Maintain overall responsibility for HVAC operations; Respond to temperature and environment management issues as they arise; Monitor and control EMS campus-wide; Track data, facilitate prioritization efforts from EMS reporting; Maintain records of supplies, time, and materials expended; Issue work assignments; Monitor work performance; Coordinate with trades and building schedules; Coordinate projects involving outside contractors; Monitor inventory; Submit estimates; Handle refrigerants/oil according to EPA standards/safety; Maintain and monitor work space and quality controls; Support other skilled trades; Manage installation of new systems - HVAC/refrigeration; Operate, monitor, maintain, and repair chilled water systems; Repair and maintain commercial refrigeration systems; Replace/repair compressed air systems; Repair pneumatic and electronic digital HVAC controls; Perform all other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Maintain availability for after-hours call-in, when necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models; Solid working knowledge of energy control systems; Ability to interpret blueprint specifications, drawings, and schematics; Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, parents, visitors, vendors, volunteers, and the general public; Knowledge of local contacts in trade to aid in problem solving; Knowledge of and skills to operate various HVAC/refrigeration testing and repair equipment; Ability to install complete HVAC systems ranging from small residential to large commercial; Critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Knowledge of systems analysis and systems evaluation activities; Knowledge of related mechanisms and mechanics involved, including machines and tools used; Knowledge of building and construction materials, methods, and tools; Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology; Knowledge of computers and electronics involved, including circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware/software, and related applications/programming; Dependability, attention to detail, cooperation, analytical thinking, initiative, adaptability/flexibility, and leadership skills. High school diploma/equivalent is required; Associate's degree in air conditioning and refrigeration or a related field, is preferred; Five years of related experience required.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

Current, valid driver's license is required; EPA University Refrigerant license is required; Journeyman Gas Fitter's license is preferred. Applicants must upload a resume at the time of application as well as provide contact information for at least three professional references. For questions, please email employment@una.edu or call 256.765.4291, option #2. Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.