About the role
Overview
Quinnipiac University's Facilities Department seeks applications for a Licensed HVAC Mechanic. This position is responsible for performing highly skilled and skilled maintenance on Quinnipiac University buildings, property or related buildings. The employee will work under the direction of a designated supervisor.
The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 4:00pm to 12:30am on the Mount Carmel campus.
About the Department
The Quinnipiac Facilities Department is responsible for the overall physical plant operations of the University which includes custodial and grounds keeping to mechanical and general repair in buildings. The Facilities Department is comprised of roughly 170 unionized employees on three campuses which span more than 600 acres and over 3.1 million square feet. We pride ourselves on preserving and enhancing the beautiful atmosphere for all students, staff, and visitors.
Responsibilities
- Installations and repairs of heating and plumbing fixtures, apparatus and control equipment.
- Connects equipment using all necessary tools and devices.
- Installs pneumatic controls and distribution equipment such as relays and other related equipment.
- Ensures HVAC installations comply with existing state and local codes.
- Maintenance and operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning equipment and control systems, pumps, generators, life safety systems (fire, lighting, sprinklers) motorized equipment (gasoline and. electric), outdoor lighting and kitchen equipment.
- May drive trucks and perform related skilled work as required.
- Licensed mechanics are on call for emergency situations. However, licensed mechanics will remove snow during regularly scheduled shifts but will not be utilized for snow related overtime.
Qualifications
- A State of Connecticut Heating and Cooling Journeyman or Contractors license S or D Classification is required.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume and contact information for three references.
- This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical demands test, drug screening test, and background check.
- Please note this is a union position with a starting hourly rate of $45.31.
- In addition to this base hourly rate above, there is an additional $1.00 per hour shift differential for this shift that begins at 4pm.
- The hours for this position will be Monday-Friday 4:00pm to 12:30am on Mount Carmel campus.
- The employer shall provide release time for all re-certifications of licensed personnel and shall pay all costs associated with such re-certifications.
Quinnipiac University offers eligible full-time faculty and staff a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, education benefits, and retirement benefits.