Posting Details
Position Number004987Position TitleHVAC Mechanic I - 004987DivisionFinance and AdministrationDepartment173740 - Central UtilitiesMinimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, two years of HVAC experience, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama. Completion of an HVAC training program may substitute for the required experience.
Preferred QualificationsJob Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s Central Utilities department is seeking to hire an HVAC Mechanic I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
- Maintains operation of HVAC equipment consisting of water chillers, high temperature water boilers, air handling units, pumps, motors valves, pneumatic and electronic controls and other related equipment.
- Monitors building spaces and controls temperature, humidity, and building pressure using an energy management computer system.
- Receives service calls through the phone system, computer work order system and verbally by supervisor.
- Determines corrective action needed and makes adjustments on the computer.
- Works closely with the University police responding to emergencies on campus.
- Responds to service calls and contacts appropriate personnel for needed repais.
- Assists in repairing HVAC equipment and the hold/cold water distribution systems under ground and above ground.
- Monitors color screen gauage controls.
- Helps with preventative maintenance program in the department.
- Moves items weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Climbs ladders and works in hot and cold locations.
- Drives University vehicles to and from work sites.
- Relieves shift operators when they are off work, nights and weekends.
- Regular and prompt attendance.
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
- Related duties as required.
Number of Vacancies1Position End Date (if temporary)Job Open Date05/03/2025Job Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsWorking DaysVariesWorking HoursVariesJob LocationMain CampusFull-time or Part-TimeFull TimeRegular or TemporaryRegular
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you at least 18 years of age?
- * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
- * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
- * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- * How many years of related experience do you have?
- Less than 1 year
- Between 1 - 3 years
- Between 3 - 5 years
- Between 5 - 7 years
- More than 7 years
- * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
- * How did you hear about this position?
- USA website
- LinkedIn
- Zip Recruiter
- Indeed
- HigherEd Jobs
- Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
- Facebook
- Word of mouth
- Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents- Resume
- Cover Letter
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.
EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Annual Security and Fire Safety ReportThe University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at:
http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.
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