1St Class Hvac Technician

20233601S

1st Class HVAC Technician

Staff

Villanova, PA

Internal/External Applicants

full-time/12-months

805 - HVAC Systems

Under minimum supervision, operates, maintains, and troubleshoots building Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) systems and equipment in order to provide a comfortable and safe environment in all University facilities including: classrooms, laboratories, offices, student residences, and refrigerators and freezers in accordance with applicable standards of the trade and regulatory agencies.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

* HS diploma or equivalent and current documentation indicating current successful completion of formal training classes or programs and be able to exhibit acceptable life experiences in HVACR work

• Ability to erect and work on scaffolding as per OSHA standards.
• Must have the ability to verify proper operation of chilled/heating water hydronic generation equipment such as Centrifugal, Screw, Scroll, and Reciprocating Chillers, Gas and Oil-fired boilers.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions in English; the ability to interact with students, faculty, administration, and staff in a professional and positive manner, as well as the ability to read and understand OSHA guidelines such as Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment safety data plates, fuel/chemical flash points, etc.
• Proficient at a variety of applications implemented throughout the campus such as: direct digital control, pneumatic, electro-pneumatic, electronic, electric, and electro-mechanical controls.
• Ability to install, secure, repair or replace all associated components of the campus air distribution systems, to optimize airflow and structural stability.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, to bend, reach, crawl, and lift up to 60 lbs.; the ability to work in enclosed spaces.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and sequence of operations to diagnose proper operation of campus HVAC/R equipment.
• Possess current ANSI /OSHA compliant training card to operate aerial lift, bucket truck, fork lift or all.
• Ability to recover, recycle, and reclaim refrigerants adhering to HVAC/R industry standards, specifications, and protocols.
• Ability to implement several pipefitting techniques to facilitate repairs of campus HVAC/R equipment i.e. pipe threading, brazing, lead and silver soldering. Where applicable, must recover, pressurize, evacuate, and charge refrigerant properly to insure HVAC/R equipment integrity.
• Ability to verify, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair or replace all control system components from source through end devices.
• Ability to comprehend: direct digital control, pneumatic, electro-pneumatic, electronic, electric, and electro-mechanical controls.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, isolate, repair or replace all associated components of direct expansion/refrigeration systems, supporting a wide variety of applications throughout the campus.
• Ability to lubricate, repair, replace all pumps serving campus HVAC/R equipment.
• Minimum of 5 years of service in the trade.
• Ability to comprehend all control system components from source through end devices.
• Ability to research information, from various sources, to facilitate repairs of campus HVAC/R equipment i.e. campus technical manuals, as built prints, equipment supply distributors, and internet websites, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair all central heating/cooling air distribution systems.
• Ability to record all refrigerant loss/charge amounts and manufacturer information on TMA work orders, when servicing campus HVAC/R equipment.
• Ability to properly lubricate, repair, replace, and align both direct and indirect mechanical drive components, for all campus HVAC/R equipment.
• Must have the ability to perform preventative maintenance on all campus HVAC/R equipment using the campus work order system, visual inspection, verbal or written instruction etc.
• Capable of troubleshooting equipment control panels locally.
• Possess EPA Universal/R410A license.
• Ability to verify, troubleshoot, isolate, repair or replace all associated components of the campus chilled/heating hydronic water distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair all electric heat sources throughout the campus i.e. reheat, air handler, auxiliary, and baseboard heating coils.
• Ability to verify steam pressure is available to all campus heat exchangers, where applicable.
• Valid Driver’s License required with a good driving record and no traffic violations. Must be able to meet and maintain VU driving privileges as outlined by Villanova’s Risk Management’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy for Driver’s of University Vehicles.

** Excellent safety record.

Must have the physical ability to climb ladders, to bend, reach, crawl, and lift up to 60 lbs; the ability to work in enclosed spaces. Core hours are from 7:30 until 4:00. Coming in earlier or staying later would be expected If emergency repairs are required.

Applicants must take a timed (1.5hrs) 135 question pre-qualification exam. All needed formulas for the exam questions will be given with exam. Following the exam, a verbal panel style interview will be conducted lasting approximately 1 hour.
Must be able to meet and maintain VU driving privileges as outlined by Villanova’s Risk Management’s Motor Vehicle Record Policy for Driver’s of University Vehicles.

04/21/2023

Union position $32.55/hr

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