Building/Refrigeration Engineer
University of Chicago
Department
Booth Facilities: Building Operations
About the Department
Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment.
Chicago Booth is proud to claim:
-an unmatched faculty.
-degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
-a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
-strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.
As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.
For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.
Job Information
Job Summary:
The Building/Refrigeration Engineer is responsible for all duties performed by Building Engineers including operate, install, maintain, and repair building equipment and systems. In addition, this role is responsible for advanced installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of building equipment including electrical and control work for refrigeration equipment. Performs work in accordance with University standards and procedures for University buildings and properties.
Responsibilities:
- Inspects and tests building systems and equipment.
- Troubleshoots equipment and identifies and solves problems.
- Dismantles defective equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
- Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment including cleaning and lubricating shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of equipment.
- Interprets building and equipment documentation to troubleshoot and make repairs.
- Installs, repairs, and verifies proper operation of building systems and equipment.
- Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related pneumatic equipment; repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
- Installs and verifies operation of basic systems such as HVAC and Refrigeration systems, plumbing-sinks, faucets, toilets, electrical-circuit breakers, light bulb and ballast changes.
- Must be experienced in refrigerant recovery procedures.
- Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of equipment.
- Uses appropriate tools and equipment.
- Helps introduce new employees to shop protocol, procedures and campus applications and equipment.
- Requisitions materials and supplies using in-house procedures as needed. Keeps working areas, and mechanical rooms, neat, clean and safe.
- Wears and/or uses appropriate safety equipment.
- Uses computers to enter and access job related information.
- Undertakes training related to job duties as deemed necessary by University, Direct Supervisor or Management Staff.
- Responds to alarms and emergency situations during shift and after hours. Available to respond to after- hours emergencies as needed and requested.
- Assists with providing engineering coverage for events, when needed or requested.
- Provides Engineering support for Capital Projects when needed.
- Performs related job duties as may be assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Education, Experience, or Certifications:
Education:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Advanced job-related training program in air conditioning and refrigeration required.
- Completion of HVAC apprenticeship program preferred.
- Completion of job-related associate’s degree (AA) preferred.
Experience:
- A minimum of four years of related experience and/or trade school training.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Current valid driver's license.
- Other licenses or certificates needed for this position as required by law.
- EPA Universal certification.
Technical Knowledge or Skills:
- Access computer programs and use or learn basic computer operations related to position requirements.
- Read and interpret documents.
- Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
- Perform mathematical functions relevant to the position.
- Problem-solve.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm shift.
- Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and physically capable of strenuous activity over extended periods of time.
- Must be able to lift and move loads appropriate to job requirements and bend and work in a kneeling position for periods of time.
- Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work at heights as required, enter and work within tight spaces, and withstand hot and cold temperatures.
- Must be able to work independently.
Required Documents:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- References Contact Information (3)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Benefit Eligibility
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Pay Rate Type
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Union
Job is Exempt
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Posting Date
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