Refrigeration Mechanic
Indiana University

Department

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Department Information

Capital Planning and Facilities works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university.

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Reports to the Refrigeration Shop Foreperson to perform planned maintenance, repair, and other projects in and/or on University owned properties.
• Works independently or as part of a team, including other trades.
• Performs work on commercial and residential HVAC systems and various refrigeration equipment.

General Responsibilities

• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces chillers, central air systems, window air conditioners, chillers, and refrigeration equipment. Adjusts or replaces worn or defective mechanisms and parts and reassembles repaired systems.
• Adjusts valves according to specifications and charges system with proper type of refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system.
• Brazes or solders parts to repair defective joints and leaks.
• Rods out/cleans heat exchangers/tube bundles.
• Cuts, bends, threads, and connects pipe to functional components and water, power, or refrigeration system.
• Dismantles malfunctioning systems and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic testing equipment.
• Drills holes and installs mounting brackets and hangers into floor and walls of building. Fabricates and assembles structural and functional components of refrigeration system, using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Installs expansion and control valves, using acetylene torches and wrenches. Installs wiring to connect components to an electric power source.
• Works as a team with heat mechanics in maintaining, servicing, and repairing HVAC equipment and boiler equipment including water treatment. Services, repairs, and rebuilds pumps and compressors.
• Performs other general building maintenance as needed.
• Performs some other cross-functional electrical work. Drives vehicle as needed. Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years Verifiable journey level experience
• Certificate in relevant DOL apprenticed trade

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Knowledge of and ability to use materials, methods/principles and tools specific to the needs of the Refrigerator Mechanic trade
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and/or schematics
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinances
• Ability to operate computer
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$29.24 per hour

$60,819.20 annually

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Energy & Utilities

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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