Posting Details

　　Position Information

　　Position Title HVAC-Food Service Equipment Mechanic

　　Work Location Springfield Campus

　　Department Facilities Maintenance

　　HR Home Department 060118 FAC MGMT-MAINTENANCE

　　Pay Grade 26

　　Proposed Salary $26.00/Hourly

　　Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? Yes

　　Appointment Type Full Time Regular

　　Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

　　General Function

　　GENERAL FUNCTION

　　The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ( HVAC )/Food Service Equipment Mechanic performs skilled technical work, on a journeyman level, in the installation, operation, maintenance, modification, service and repair of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, conveyor, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems ranging from a half ton to 460 tons capacity. The HVAC /Food Service Equipment Mechanic inspects and tests both high and low pressure refrigerant systems to locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions, performs required repairs through replacement of inoperative parts or adjustment of thermostatic controls and blowers, and provides an estimate of repair and/or replacement costs beyond the capability to perform. The HVAC /Food Service Equipment Mechanic complies with federal regulations governing environmental protection, hazardous waste disposal, and the use of refrigerants, chemical substances and materials.

　　Description of Primary Duties

　　TThe Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ( HVAC )/Food Service Equipment Mechanic performs skilled technical work, on a journeyman level, in the installation, operation, maintenance, modification, service and repair of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, conveyor, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems ranging from a half ton to 460 tons capacity. The HVAC /Food Service Equipment Mechanic inspects and tests both high and low pressure refrigerant systems to locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions, performs required repairs through replacement of inoperative parts or adjustment of thermostatic controls and blowers, and provides an estimate of repair and/or replacement costs beyond the capability to perform. The HVAC /Food Service Equipment Mechanic complies with federal regulations governing environmental protection, hazardous waste disposal, and the use of refrigerants, chemical substances and materials.

　　Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

　　Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent is required. Completion of a HVAC technical training program in a vocational or technical school or a recognized apprenticeship program is preferred.

　　Experience: At least six years of progressively responsible experience in the repair, maintenance, installation and modification of commercial and industrial heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems is required. Work experience must include a thorough knowledge of high and low pressure HVAC systems.

　　Skills: The ability to interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and electrical schematics is required. The ability to use test equipment and small hand and power tools, such as drills, oxygen-acetylene torches, volt-ohmmeters, circuit testers, and manifold gauges is required. Computer literacy is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

　　Effort: Must be able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis. Prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping, and reaching on a daily basis and working in confined spaces is required. A full range of physical motion in order to operate manual and electrically-powered tools and test equipment, to move throughout campus, including climbing stairs in all University buildings, and to work at heights is required. Work is performed indoors and out-of-doors, occasionally in environments that are dusty, noisy, or which could have work hazards. Some positions in this job classification (job title) are designated as essential employees who must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather; the supervisor will communicate whether the particular position is considered essential and under what situations.

　　License: Must have verifiable certification by the Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) for handling all types of refrigerants. Journeyman HVAC license is preferred.

　　Other: The scope of the position requires exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and cleaners, and lubricants common to HVAC and Food Service Equipment work that may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed.

　　Additional Qualifications

　　Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21820.htm

　　Open Date 01/10/2024

　　Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

　　EO/AA and Diversity Statement

　　Non Discrimination Statement

　　Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict nondiscrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

　　This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

　　The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-8506, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Park Central Office Building, Suite 111, Springfield, Missouri 65897, [email protected], 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)

　　Background Check Statement

　　Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

　　Posting Detail

　　Posting Number 20230018FTS

　　Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/67066

　　Supplemental Questions

　　Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

　　How did you hear about this vacancy? Indeed

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　　Google

　　Employee Referral

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　　Personal Contacts / Networking

　　Print Publications

　　Diversity website posting

　　Job Board (CareerBuilder.com, Monster, etc.)

　　Other

　　Please specify the recruitment source where you located this posting. If you selected Employee Referral above, please list the name of the current MSU employee who referred you. (Open Ended Question)

　　Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent? Yes

　　No

　　Do you have at least six years of progressively responsible experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial or commercial heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), electrical, plumbing and refrigeration systems? Yes

　　No

　　Are you certified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for universal handling of Type I, Type II, and Type III refrigerants? Yes

　　No

　　Are you a current full-time regular Missouri State University employee? Yes, I am a current full-time faculty/staff University employee.

　　No, I am not currently employed by the University.

　　No, I am a current per course faculty member.

　　No, I am a current part-time staff University employee.

　　No, I am a current University graduate assistant or teaching assistant.

　　No, I am a current student University employee.

　　Applicant Documents

　　Required Documents

　　Resume

　　Cover Letter

　　Optional Documents

　　Unofficial Transcripts - 1

　　Other Documents -1

　　Certificate/License-1