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Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Mechanic

Job No: 503139
Work Type:
Locations: San Diego
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Probationary, Full Time, Trades


Position Summary

SDSU Facilities Services is a customer service based organization providing facility maintenance activities through a transparent and deliberate process. It is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, renovation, remodel and alteration activities in support of the academic and research mission of the university. Facilities Services employs over 235 employees (full time and students) and supports approximately eight million square feet of buildings (including residence halls and parking structures) and 280 acres of improved and unimproved land with an operating budget of approximately forty-five million dollars.

Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Mechanic - Under general supervision, incumbent is responsible for the full range of service, maintenance and repair (including installation, troubleshooting and calibrating) on complex refrigeration associated HVAC systems, equipment, instruments and controls using electrical, electronic, pneumatic or digitally controlled systems. Incumbent oils, cleans, adjusts and repairs motors, condensers, compressors, oil and vacuum pumps and similar equipment. Performs major overhauls, and uses a wide variety of test equipment and instruments to diagnose malfunctions and analyze the efficiency of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

For more information regarding Facilities Services, click here.

This is a full-time, benefits eligible, permanent (probationary) position. This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

Education and Experience

Progressively responsible experience in the installation, adjustment, maintenance and repair of commercial and domestic refrigeration and air conditioning systems involving modulatory and safety controls, thermostats, humidifiers and duct stats as well as one year of experience in the installation and repair of central multi-zone air conditioning systems. In addition, journey-level skill equivalent to that acquired through the completion of a refrigeration or air conditioning mechanic's apprenticeship program is required.

Licenses and/or Certifications Required

• Valid California Driver's License
• Universal EPA Refrigeration Certification (for use and disposal of compressed refrigerants)

Preferred Qualifications

• Incumbents typically must possess certification in the use of refrigerants.
• Associate's degree and/or NATE (North American Technician Excellence) certification. Either of these items must be combined with two years of experience to satisfy this requirement.
• Knowledge of latest equipment and methods recommended for proper and expeditious work practices.
• Five years of full-time experience in all phases of work as a journey-level HVAC/R Technician Qualifying experience must include the following: Installing, maintaining, and repairing air-conditioning systems with capacities of TEN TONS and over and HVAC systems in multi-story buildings.
• Five Years of full-time experience in working with Chilled-water, direct-expansion, Thermal Energy Storage and variable refrigerant flow systems as applied to air conditioning and heating systems.
• Two years or more experience in servicing commercial BAS and DDC systems.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $6,139 per month. CSU Classification Salary Range: $6,034 - $7,651 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on August 5, 2021. To receive full consideration, apply by August 4, 2021. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Meracle Cothron at mcothron@sdsu.edu.


Advertised: Jul 22, 2021 (7:00 AM)
Applications Close: Open until filled

To apply, visit https://careers.sdsu.edu/en-us/job/503139/air-conditioningrefrigeration-mechanic







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