Chiller Technician I

Job no: 501323

Work type: USPS (Staff)

Location: Main Campus (Orlando)

Categories: Facilities/Skilled Trades/Grounds Services

Classification Title:
Chiller Technician I

Job Description:
At the University of Central Florida (UCF), we dream big. Founded in 1963, UCF has grown to be one of the largest universities in the nation for a very good reason: We harness the power of scale in innovative ways to transform the lives of our students and create lasting impact on the world at large.

UCF Utilities & Energy Services is seeking well qualified candidates to apply for the role of Chiller Technician I. This position works directly for the Centrifugal Chiller Technician III to perform daily plant, repairs, start-up and orderly shut-down or staging on various brands of UCF’s district water-cooled chillers as well as commercial and industrial HVAC equipment. Duties include but are not limited to:

Identifies issues requiring corrective repairs, including troubleshooting, diagnostics and scope of work development, to include determining bill of materials of components or equipment requiring replacement, refurbishment or repairs.

Assist in escorting contracted services through the plants as assigned by supervisor / management.

Performs entry level system maintenance and repairs to plant building, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, actuators, underground distribution pipe, valves, and vaults.

Perform work tasks, report deficiencies, and maintain and completes daily records of labor and materials used during work tasks via the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).

Under direct supervision, make small adjustments as necessary to ensure equipment controls are in a safe, reliable, efficient and cost optimal operation.

Maintains a clean, organized and tidy work environment.

Enters pertinent plant system status in logbooks and CMMS. Review former log book entries in a concise manner to maintain plant equipment uptime. Provides input and details requisitioning of parts and supplies as necessary to maintain plant equipment and systems

Adheres to Lock Out/Tag Out in accordance with NFPA70E / university policy.

Works with other campus technician / technical disciplines and F&S management as assigned to proactively assess and rectify multi-disciplinary system issues.

Under direct supervision, takes appropriate action in emergency conditions, or during tripped asset events due to faults. Continually and urgently communicates with supervisor regarding any apparent operational deficiencies or system malfunctions discovered during daily operations.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein.

Other duties as assigned by university leadership

UCF offers competitive pay consummate with experience and a variety of employee benefits including health insurance, vision insurance, and dental insurance. Additionally, full-time employees may be allowed to enroll for up to six (6) credit hours of eligible instruction per term on a space-available basis.

For additional information, please reference the following link: https://hr.ucf.edu/prospective-employees/insurance

Department:
Utilities & Energy Services

Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday; 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Type of Appointment:
Regular

Expected Salary:
$36,841 to Negotiable

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 0+ years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard computer applications and mobile smart device applications.

Ability to read and interpret schematics, one-line diagrams, and blueprints.

High level of electrical, mechanical and plumbing skills.

Ability to use electrical test instruments such as a digital multimeter.

Ability to demonstrate competency in metal fabrication (welding, cutting, grinding, polishing) for steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, and heavy power tools (jackhammer, hydraulic press, bandsaw, cutting wheel, grinding wheel).

Demonstrated competency in rustproofing and epoxy coating metallic surfaces.

Additional Application Materials Requirements:
N/A

Special Instructions to Applicants:
N/A

Veteran’s Preference

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

Florida Clause:
UCF’s expectation is that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:
Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in the People’s Republic of China, the Russian Federation, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, the Republic of Cuba, the Venezuelan regime of Nicolás Maduro, or the Syrian Arab Republic.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

These requirements do not apply to U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents if the employment or training was/is through an agency of the U.S. Government. For more information on what information must be provided and the screening process, please see: https://corona.research.ucf.edu/screening-process-for-research-positions/

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at: http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf. As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. The UCF’s affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office for Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

Advertised: October 29, 2021 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: November 04, 2021 11:55PM Eastern Daylight Time