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Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, two years of HVAC experience, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South Alabama. Completion of an HVAC training program may substitute for the required experience. Preferred Qualifications Job Description Summary The University of South Alabama’s Central Utilities department is seeking to hire an HVAC Mechanic I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position. Essential Functions

• Maintains operation of HVAC equipment consisting of water chillers, high temperature water boilers, and auxiliaries support chilled and hot water distribution systems.
• Monitors building spaces and controls temperature, humidity, and building pressure using an energy management computer system.
• Receives service calls by telephone, computer, and verbally by supervisor.
• Analyzes problems to determine corrective action needed.
• Works closely with University Police in response to emergencies throughout campus facilities.
• Assists in repairing hot water, chill water, and steam systems which include boilers, chillers, pumps, and other auxiliary equipment.
• Assists in performing minor repairs and preventative maintenance to include changing filters, belts, bearings, seals, and oil on systems not utilizing Freon.
• Transports tools and materials to various work sites using a University vehicle.
• Moves items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Climbs ladders to access work areas.
• Works in closed areas of extreme hot or cold temperatures.
• Responds to service calls after normal hours to evaluate problems and contacts appropriate personnel for needed repairs.
• Maintains hot and cold water distribution systems.
• Monitors color screen gauge controls.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

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Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance Short Term Disability Life Insurance Education Benefit Retirement Plan Memberships and Events Student Loan Forgiveness Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees earn paid time off (PTO) as they work. PTO can be used for vacation, holidays, sick days and personal days. Each year, employees can choose to cash out up to 80 hours of available PTO the following calendar year. Health Insurance New employees health, dental, and pharmacy benefits are effective the first day of the month following hire date. Short Term Disability This free benefit provides income support for those who are out of work for a medical reason, such as illness, accident or maternity. After a seven-day waiting period, it provides a 60-percent wage replacement, up to $1,000 per week for 90 days. Life Insurance USA Health provides a free term life insurance policy for our employees based on annual salary. Policies for spouse and dependents are also included. Additional coverage can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependents. Education Benefit University of South Alabama offers a credit on tuition each semester for employees, spouse, and dependents after just six months of employment. Retirement Plan USA Health offers a 5% matching retirement account and other non-matching account choices. Included with this benefit is a free individual session with a financial planner. Memberships and Events Employees can join USA’s state-of-the-art recreation center for a nominal fee. USA football season tickets are available at a discount, and employees can attend all other USA sporting events for free. Student Loan Forgiveness As an employee of a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the U.S. Department of Education.