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Drew University
Journeyman HVAC Technician
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What they do
A HVAC Mechanic or Installer installs and repairs heating, air conditioning, and ventilation units.
$57,219 / year median in New Jersey
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Summary Drew University is seeking a Journeyman HVAC Technician in the Facilities Department. This is a full-time, 40-hour a week position. Qualified applicants need to be skilled in installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing of commercial and residential HVAC systems. Key Responsibilities Installation, Maintenance & Repair Installs, inspects, tests, operates, and repairs all HVAC and ancillary system equipment. Checks, services, cleans, and replaces filters and belts on all HVAC units; documents maintenance and service history. Replaces and aligns HVAC system motors, pumps, and bearings. Cleans, maintains, and replaces heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and exhaust grills and ductwork. Rebuilds pumps; replaces valves, actuators, contactors, relays, dampers, transformers, motors, and pulleys. Performs steam trap troubleshooting and replacement. Controls & Specialized Systems Services, repairs, rewires, and calibrates electric controls. Works with pneumatic and digital controls, hot water and steam boiler distribution systems, chillers, and cooling towers. Calibrates, repairs, and maintains pneumatic control systems and related equipment. Troubleshoots and maintains Computer Room Air Conditioning (CRAC) units in data centers and server rooms across campus, responding with appropriate urgency. Troubleshoots and maintains compressed air and vacuum systems. Technical & Administrative Interprets schematic drawings, plans, specifications, and diagrams related to installation, repair, and maintenance of equipment. Applies working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration codes and practices; coordinates work with other trades. Tracks and completes preventive maintenance tasks as scheduled. Researches, requests, orders, and maintains inventory of materials, parts, and supplies; maintains accurate tool inventory. Coordinates and inspects work performed by outside contractors. Estimates time and materials for repairs; adjusts as needed to ensure timely completion. Processes work orders, inventory records, and preventive maintenance forms. Processes and completes hot work permits; oversees and performs fire watches and inspections as necessary. Schedule & Safety Works a rotating on-call schedule, including after-hours emergency recall. Works overtime, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. Adheres to workplace safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements at all times, including lockout/tagout, safe material handling, and ladder/aerial lift operation. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High school diploma or