A/C Refrigeration Mechanic I

Pay Grade/Pay Range: $24.68/hr

Department/Organization: 504106 - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Normal Work Schedule: 7:30-4

Job Summary: This position assists in the operation, maintenance and repair of commercial and industrial cooling, heating and refrigeration equipment to include water chillers, cooling towers, pumps, lab equipment, ventilation, air distribution systems and associated controls. Makes routine inspections; interprets plans and blueprints. Must drive from site to site.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions and a minimum of two years experience in the construction trade with at least one year in the field of A/C Refrigeration or the completion of trade or vocational school in this skilled crafted area. Requires universal certification requirements for handling, recovering and reclaiming Freon. Must be able to lift, handle and maneuver the tools, materials and supplies of the job. Must be able to perform those items in the Job Summary and the essential functions. Must have the ability to use job-related tools and equipment and chemical supplies. Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Final candidates who are not current University of Alabama employees must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications: Prefer High School diploma or GED

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.