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HVAC-Refrigeration Mechanic: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Shift

CIA

Hyde Park, NY • On-site

$36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

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Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

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Job description

The hiring rate for this position is $36.00 per hour or $30.00 per hour, depending on the candidate's qualifications, including certifications and relevant work experience. The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring rate would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process.
The CIA offers a substantial benefits package that includes medical coverage available at no cost to qualifying employees, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, retirement savings plan with high employer contributions, a generous paid time off program, and more!
As the benefits package at the CIA results in a significant value above the hiring base rate for this position, we encourage you to apply so that our recruiters can share more information with you about the benefits of working for the CIA.
Please apply to learn more about the benefits of working for the CIA.
POSITION SUMMARY
The heating, ventilation, air condition/refrigeration (HVAC/R) Mechanic operates under the direction of the HVAC/R Supervisor to inspect, maintain, repair and install all types of equipment pertaining to heating, ventilation, air conditions and refrigeration systems here at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at the Hyde Park campus.
Additionally, the HVAC/R Mechanic is expected to maintain the standard of excellence the CIA requires. The HVAC/R Mechanic functions as the liaison for the HVAC/R department during the daytime shift. As a result, it is the responsibility of the HVAC/R Mechanic to plan and coordinate work priorities with the HVAC/R Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Responsible for the installation, preventative maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and diagnosis of all heating, air-conditioning, refrigeration, associated ventilation equipment and control systems.
  • Interacts in a positive, professional and helpful manner with all campus stakeholders, including students, chefs, faculty, staff, outside vendors and campus guests.
  • Communicates safety information and other information proactively to the right people and works to make sure that key people know about safety issues and important concerns in a timely and clear manner.
  • Coordinates and conducts work in a way to minimize disruption to classes and other campus activities.
  • Reads and follows blueprints, specifications and manufacturer's literature as directed.
  • Performs preventive maintenance on all campus HVAC/R systems and kitchen equipment as required.
  • Completes work order paperwork electronically, in a timely and complete manner. Work order information should be informative with details, including but not limited to, parts used, time taken, communications to stakeholders and requestors and next steps.
  • Understands and follows all codes and safety practices required by the CIA or governing agencies.
  • Assists outside contractors and accompany them as needed. Reviews their work to ensure work is being completed safely and professionally.
  • Proactively advises supervisor of restocking needs for supplies and performs periodic campus-wide quality inspections and develops work orders as needed.
  • Assists outside contractors and accompany them as needed. Reviews their work to ensure work is being completed safely and professionally.
  • May be required to assist with special event set-ups and break-downs, which may be assigned after normal business hours, including nights and weekends.
  • Assists with any work that is not specifically HVAC/R work, including but not limited to, creating lists of work needed, cleaning up the shop and aiding work being done by other departments.
  • Any and all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Formal trade school education in HVAC/R theory and practice or additional experience with a minimum of five (5) years in the HVAC/R trade under a licensed HVAC/R contractor or evidence of recurring education through industry relevant classes may be substituted for formal trade school education.

Experience:
  • Minimum five (5) years' experience in the HVAC/R trade under a licensed HVAC/R mechanic.

Licenses / Certifications:
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigeration Certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience working in a commercial kitchen or equivalent industrial equipment environment.
  • Experience working with low voltage controls and/or experience with high voltage systems, up to 480V.
  • Formal training in "hot work" safety.
  • Certifications in mechanical lift operations (scissor and boom).
  • Certifications in equipment service directly related to the field of HVAC/R (boilers, air conditioners, etc.)
  • OSHA 10 or higher.

REQUIRED SKILLS
  • Must be able to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams and technical operating manuals.
  • Must be experienced with using hand tools, electrical meters, refrigeration gages, refrigeration recovery equipment and braising torches.
  • Some experience with both low voltage (0-24V) and high voltage (208V+/3ph) equipment.
  • Must have the ability to carry ladders and other heavy supplies and equipment, in addition, have the dexterity to maneuver in small spaces.
  • Must be able to work from high places; on ladders, near the edge of roofs and other locations that present risks in a safe manner, following all constraints both formal and informal including OSHA and CIA and other applicable rules, protocols and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment; must be able to work under the general direction of the HVAC/R Supervisor or the supervisor on duty.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

PREFFERED SKILLS
  • Experience with the servicing of air-cooled chillers.
  • Experience with the installation and servicing of water source heat pumps and geothermal systems.
  • Knowledge of Building Automated/Management Controls (BAS/BMS).
  • Knowledge of control wiring and systems, alarms, HVAC wiring and variable frequency drives (VFD).

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Must be able to work overtime including long hours, nights, and weekends as required in the event of an emergency situation.
  • Under special circumstances may be required to temporarily work on different shifts or off hours and report to various supervisors based upon the needs of the Institute.
  • Work is physically demanding and often requires heavy lifting of material weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and climbing to heights above twenty (20) feet.
  • Ability to work in extreme temperatures, either hot or cold; temperatures can have a wide range including from -10 F to +120 F. Required to work outdoors, sometimes in extreme winter temperatures, in electrical rooms, crawl spaces and confined areas.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands to grasp, handle and feel materials, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and taste or smell.
  • Must be able to supply initial set of hand tools and meter.
  • Must be able to supply initial pair of safety toe work shoe/boot.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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