Employer:

Saginaw Valley State UniversityLocation:

Main Campus

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University Center, MichiganDepartment:

Campus Facilities

•Maintenance (PM)

Employment Type:

Full-TimeFLSA Status:

Non-ExemptPay:

$26.40

•$31.50 per hour, based on the

Support Staff Association ContractWorkdays:

Saturday

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WednesdayShift:

9:00 a.m.

•5:30 p.m. Position Overview Saginaw Valley State University is seeking an HVAC Assistant to maintain, repair, install, and perform preventative maintenance on heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning units and systems. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair boilers and refrigeration systems. Maintain, install, and repair heating and ventilating units; may include heating and cooling coils, preheaters, dampers, and duct work. Install and repair HVAC control systems, pneumatic and electric. Repair and install broad-based cooling systems. Inspect, install, and repair piping fixtures and equipment; may include pumps, valves, heaters, piping, and fittings. Lubricate fans, motors, and pumps, and change filters and belts. Cut, thread, and assemble pipe using saw, pipe cutter, and threader. Fabricate and assemble tubing using saw, benders, and torch. Test components using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic test equipment. Insulate lines, components, and storage tanks. Clean HVAC systems. Maintain logs and records of temperatures, running times, and maintenance on HVAC systems. Test and treat cooling towers and boilers to maintain chemical treatment levels. Related Duties Conduct scheduled rounds inspections and emergency service calls on campus. Assist other maintenance personnel as required. Assist in the maintenance of campus facilities; may include all duties listed on the Maintenance I Job Description. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervision Received Assignments and administrative supervision are received from the Assistant Vice President and/or designee(s). Supervision Exercised May be responsible for student employees assigned to them. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent, with strong math skills. Valid Michigan Driver License. Four years of job-related experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience. Pass electrical and mechanical testing as determined by the University. Pass selected courses in refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning or equivalent accredited courses. Four years of technical experience may be evaluated to replace part or all of the selected course requirements. State of Michigan Boiler Operator License preferred. Certification of compliance with the Refrigerant Recycling Rule under the requirements of Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990, as amended, is required. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, specifications, and instructional manuals. Ability to effectively communicate with others and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the University community. Ability to work alone or as a member of a team, perform job duties within scheduled time limits, and adapt to rounds and emergency scheduling. Ability to compile, maintain, and process required logs and records. Ability to follow and apply routine and specific HVAC safety procedures. Ability to exercise appropriate judgment based on the specific situation. Ability to begin and follow through with tasks or plans identified in the job description and take the first step in performing those duties and responsibilities. Ability to report observed facilities or grounds maintenance needs. Ability to physically lift, carry, push, and/or pull HVAC tools, equipment, supplies, and related materials such as pumps, fans, and motors. Ability to stand, walk, climb, maintain balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle materials while performing job duties. Ability to pass job-related physical examinations, skill tests, State/Federal mandated training, licensing and certification requirements, and required safety training within a reasonable period of time. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation. Working Conditions Subject to indoor and outdoor environmental changes. Subject to extreme temperatures. Subject to potential hazards such as electrical currents, moving parts, high heat, high places, dust, chemicals, and fumes. Additional Position Information The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the position. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. Duties of a similar kind or level of difficulty may also be assigned. About Saginaw Valley State University Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to providing a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty, and staff. SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning and community-based research. The university has earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies through internships, field placements, or another component of their academic preparation. SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations, and school districts to improve students' performance in mathematics, science, and the arts. More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus. SVSU fields 19 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level, and the average class size is 23 students.