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Journeyman HVAC System Mechanic

  • 496083
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • FM-Cust/Maint
  • Facilities/Maintenance/Trades
  • Full-time Staff
  • Closing on: Apr 2 2025

Salary/Position Classification

  • $55,000+ Annual, Dependent upon experience, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 40 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability: No

Purpose of Position

This position will be responsible for performing journeyman tasks in the installation, repair, and maintenance of an institution’s refrigeration/air conditioning and heating/ventilating systems, power plant and other equipment and controls. This position will inspect, adjust and service refrigeration/air conditioning and heating/ventilating equipment and pneumatic electronic and electric controls. Diagnoses and repairs, overhauls or replaces all types of systems equipment and parts, including compressors, pumps, thermostats, damper motors, pneumatic operated valves, heat exchangers and exhaust fans. The position will also manage air and hydronic balancing. Operates the equipment, tools and diagnostic devices of the trade. Coordinates and communicates work with various campus customers. At times, they may assist in supervision of other mechanics in the performance of same.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Air Conditioning Systems Service and Installation
    • Diagnose service, overhaul, and install all types of equipment related to air conditioning in a safe and efficient manner. Equipment to include:
      • heat pump applications
      • chilled water and glycol systems
      • water and air-cooled condensing units
      • compressors
      • dehumidifiers, etc.
    • This also includes absorption systems; low- and high-pressure A/C systems, including central units and roof tops; central units ranging from small to over 400 horsepower, etc. 
  • Ventilation and Controls Systems Service and Installation
    • Diagnose service and install all types of equipment related to ventilation and controls in a safe and efficient manner. Equipment to include;
      • electric, electronic and pneumatic controls
      • actuators
      • air compressors
      • lab fume hoods
      • damper motors
      • air terminal units (VAV, Mixing boxes, etc.)
      • unitary equipment (radiant panels, fan coil units and unit heaters)
      • humidifiers, etc.
    • Interpret mechanical and electrical schematics and troubleshoot control systems.
    • Assist with sheet metal fabrication and installations as needed. 
    • Assist with HVAC- R preventive maintenance tasks as needed.
  • Refrigeration Systems Service and Installation
    • Diagnose service and install all types of equipment related to refrigeration in a safe and efficient manner. Equipment to include:
      • walk-in/reach-in coolers and freezers
      • refrigerators
      • ice machines
      • ice cream soft serves
      • cold pans
      • other cafeteria equipment
    • Diagnose and service cascade ultra-low freezers (-100 degrees F range) and other complex scientific lab equipment in a safe and efficient manner. 
  • Heating Systems Service and Installation
    • Diagnose service and install all types of equipment related to heating  in a safe and efficient manner. Equipment to include:
      • furnaces
      • boilers
      • compressors
      • circulation pumps
      • dampers
      • control valves
      • coils
      • convertors
      • distribution devices
    • Operate power tools, hand tools and diagnostic equipment in a safe and efficient manner
  • Water Treatment Systems Service and Installation
    • Diagnose service and install water treatment systems for water treatment controllers; water-cooled cooling towers; closed loop; and open loop systems in a safe and efficient manner.
    • System loops include hot water, chilled water, and heat pump and glycol systems. 
  • Refrigerant Recovery and Records
    • Properly handle, recover, recycle, and reclaim low- and high-pressure refrigerants in a safe and efficient manner.
    • Keep accurate and up to date records of refrigerant usage and inventories as required by code; refrigeration certification regulations manual; and administration. 

Required Competencies

  • Excellent communication skills including the ability to effectively interact with students, staff and co-workers
  • Ability to read and analyze procedures, blue prints and schematics
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of mechanisms and applications found in industrial and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning, including mechanical and electrical diagrams and schematics, control applications, types of compressors, recovery of refrigerants, troubleshooting and repairing skills

Minimum Requirements

  • Associates in HVAC related degree or High School Diploma/GED and HVAC Certificate
  • Five years HVAC experience 
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Successful completion of a Standard Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with AssetWorks
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience with large tonnage chillers
  • Experience with air and hydronic balancing
  • Experience with sheet metal

To Apply

Please submit resume and application materials by the closing date.

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

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Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

Applicant Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. People with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Clery Statement

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