HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

Syracuse University

Syracuse, NY

Pay: $33-$37/hr

Shift: Full time

**Job #**

043183

**Department Code**

31202-5564

**Department**

Facilities Services

**Job Title**

HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

**Location**

Syracuse, NY

**Campus**

Syracuse, NY

**Commitment to On-Campus Experience**

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

**Pay Range**

$33.255-$36.949 Per Hour

**Pay Determination**

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

**Staff Level**

87

**FLSA Status**

Non-exempt

**Hours**

Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12:00am

(All days and hours subject to change)

**Job Type**

Full-time

**Unionized Position Code**

UP

**Job Description**

Exercise judgment to plan and perform a sequence of operations in the installation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of HVAC equipment, including refrigeration equipment and commercial kitchen equipment.

**Education and Experience**

An advanced knowledge of the operation and repair of HVAC systems equivalent to 1-2 years practical trades training or previous work experience is required.

Must be certified to recover and purchase refrigerants.

At least 2 years additional practical experience is required.

Must provide own hand tools.

A valid driver’s license is required; ability to drive both a manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

**Skills and Knowledge**

An advanced knowledge of the operation and repair of HVAC systems equivalent to 1-2 years practical trades training or previous work experience is required. Must be certified to recover and purchase refrigerants. At least 2 years additional practical experience is required. Must provide own hand tools. A valid driver’s license is required; ability to drive both a manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

**Responsibilities**

Trouble shoot, diagnose and repair/replace pneumatic, electric and air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilating equipment.

Remove, repair and install compressors, blowers, burners, motors, fans and drive equipment, belts, bearing, etc.

Oil and grease motors and associated compressor equipment.

May be required to perform duties of Steamfitter.

**Physical Requirements**

Repetitive standing,bending, stooping, crawling, walking, daily lifting of items that weigh up to 50 pounds, pushing, and pulling.

**Tools/Equipment**

Operate test equipment including volt OHM meter, amprobe, recovery equipment and refrigeration gages.

Use a variety of electrical and hand tools including electrical pliers, screwdrivers, crescent wrenches, tube cutters, etc.

**Application Instructions**

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**About Syracuse University**

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.

**About the Syracuse area**

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

**EEO Statement**

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