University of Maryland, Baltimore is currently seeking a HVAC Mechanic II to join Facilities Maintenance - Building Maintenance - Mechanical Trades. Under general supervision, the selected incumbent will install, service and repair all components or sub-components of commercial and industrial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Mechanic at this level install, diagnose problems, and repair commercial and industrial heat pumps and centralized air conditioning systems up to 250 tons with multiple zone applications.

BENEFITS (Non-Exempt Regular):

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: Six years progressively responsible experience in any combination of air conditioning, refrigeration, temperature control, steam distribution, or heating trades.

Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of the principles of air conditioning and refrigeration; of the practices and techniques used in the installation, repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment and systems; of refrigerant types, environmental impact, and gas reclamation procedures and equipment. General knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the refrigeration trade; of National Electric Code; of basic mathematics including area, volume, and weights and the practical application on fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Working knowledge of plumbing, steamfitting, and the electrical trades as they pertain to HVAC systems. Skill in the installation, repair and maintenance of commercial or industrial HVAC equipment and systems; in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment of the trade; in welding, brazing, soldering and silfoss; in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, drawings, specifications, and construction documents. Ability to read and understand manufacturer's recommendations regarding scheduled and preventive maintenance, servicing and operation; to use computers and related software to diagnose HVAC system problems; to prepare written reports; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 pounds; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery or equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Employees assigned to work with CFC refrigerants must maintain valid certification in accordance with federal law. Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license may be required. Candidates selected for employment may be required to be trained to work with asbestos.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).