Job Posting Title: HVAC Refrigeration Technician
Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories
Position Open To: All Applicants
Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Earliest Start Date: Immediately
Position Duration: Expected to Continue
Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
Job Details: Purpose Provide HVAC support for the Applied Research Laboratories. Responsibilities
- Repair, maintenance, and installation of HVAC systems at ARL and LTTS.
- Building maintenance and repairs in areas such as refrigeration systems, plumbing, air compressors, ice machines and installing and changing water filters.
- Assist in construction projects including carpentry, painting, furniture and assembly.
- Logistics support including moving furniture and equipment.
- Operate construction equipment such as forklifts and vehicles.
- Effectively use computer systems, software applications such as SharePoint and Excel to track all HVAC related equipment's maintenance schedule
- Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- HS graduation or GED.
- Three years of journeyman level HVAC experience.
- At least two years practical experience in repair, maintenance and installation of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
- Flexibility to work in other fields of construction such as assisting in building construction.
- Demonstrated ability to use tools required for the job.
- The successful candidate will possess the ability to follow through and complete jobs assigned and use construction tools and equipment safely as well as perform work with accuracy.
- Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with all groups of clients.
- Must have worked on and have knowledge of electronic and pneumatic controls, calibration, and proper use of test equipment to verify performance.
- Able to work under pressure and accept supervision.
- Regular and punctual attendance, may also need to be available to work additional hours other than regularly scheduled hours.
US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position. Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of HVAC related technical courses.
- Completion of construction and maintenance technical courses.
- More than three years of journey level experience with HVAC maintenance and repair.
- Texas Licensed Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor, Class A or B, or Texas Certified ACR technician with 5 years practical experience in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration work.
- Texas Certification to Purchase Refrigerant Products.
- Demonstrated leadership role on multidisciplinary construction projects.
Driving Required This job requires a class C operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing). General Notes An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc. Please mark yes on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing. Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories. Salary Range $50,000-$58,000+/negotiable based on qualifications. Working Conditions
- May work in all weather conditions.
- May work in extreme temperatures.
- May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
- Use of manual dexterity.
- Climbing of ladders.
- Lifting and moving.
- Some weekend, evening and holiday work.
- Frequent use of manuals and books.
- Some intrastate/interstate travel.
Required Materials
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
- 3 Work References (Note: References submitted should be professional and not personal references and should include name and contact information, including email addresses.)
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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