Certified HVAC/R Technician
- Employer
- Lamar University
- Location
- Beaumont, TX, TX
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Under the direction of the HVAC Supervisor, the HVAC Technician is responsible for the installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial and industrial HVAC systems and related equipment. This position works with a variety of equipment, including air handlers, fan coil units, VAV boxes, recirculation pumps, package units, gas-fired boilers, ice machines, chillers, compressors, and central plant systems. The incumbent applies knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems to diagnose and resolve equipment issues while ensuring the reliable operation of campus facilities.The position requires proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications, email, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document work activities and support maintenance operations. The HVAC Technician collaborates with other trades, monitors contracted work, provides guidance and training to subordinate employees, and delivers exceptional customer service to faculty, staff, students, and visitors. As a representative of Facilities Management and the University, the incumbent is expected to maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, teamwork, and appearance. This position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to work during emergency situations or University closures.
- HVAC Maintenance and Repairs
- Perform troubleshooting, diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and repairs on commercial and industrial HVAC systems, central plant equipment, and related mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components.
- Work Order Management and Documentation
- Review, prioritize, and complete assigned work orders; document maintenance activities, labor, materials, and equipment information using the CMMS and other required systems.
- Preventive Maintenance and Equipment Reliability
- Implement and support preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment performance, reliability, efficiency, and service life.
- Customer Service, Collaboration, and Training
- Collaborate with other trades, contractors, faculty, staff, and students to resolve maintenance issues; provide excellent customer service and assist with training and mentoring team members as assigned.
- Safety, Compliance, and Emergency Response
- Maintain compliance with safety regulations, complete required training, monitor contractor work as assigned, and participate in emergency response activities and essential operations during university closures or emergencies.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate degree in HVAC or a related field or completion of a formal technical training program with certification n HVAC.
- A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, or a closely related field.
- Commercial HVAC experience particularly in central plan operations.
- Working knowledge of gas-fired boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and related mechanical systems is preferred.
- Experience using a computerized maintenance management system for maintenance planning, work order management an asset tracking is preferred.
- Knowledge of HVAC systems, equipment, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair procedures.
- Working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems as they relate to HVAC diagnostics and repairs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and email systems.
- Ability to diagnose problems, evaluate solutions, and perform repairs effectively.
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to support departmental and university goals.
- Demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards, professionalism, and accountability.
Job Conditions: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, weather, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, or toxic agents.
Who We Are:
Home to more than 18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.
Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.
Special Note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Organization
Texas Roots. Infinite Possibilities.
Lamar University students enjoy small classes where they can build lasting friendships with professors and peers. The 270-acre campus is in Beaumont, Texas, located about 90 miles east of Houston and 25 miles west of the Louisiana border. A comprehensive public university, Lamar gives students a chance to explore a variety of interests to prepare them to succeed in whatever fields they choose.
Academics
A member of the Texas State University System, Lamar University offers 63 undergraduate, 47 master's and nine doctoral degree programs. The university has more than 13,000 students enrolled in five academic colleges - Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Human Development, Engineering, Fine Arts and Communication. Lamar also offers the College of Graduate Studies and academic programs such as the Center for General Studies.
Students have access to numerous opportunities for scholarships, undergraduate research and study abroad programs. Lamar University students have:
- Performed research for NASA and flown experiments on NASA reduced-gravity flights.
- Presented original research at academic conferences as undergraduates in fields including mathematics, business and sociology.
- Enjoyed a 73 percent acceptance rate to medical and dental schools in recent years, compared to a 39 percent acceptance rate statewide.
- Gone on to lead major companies and make a name for themselves in fields from art and music to nursing and engineering.
Athletics
Students can participate in or cheer on their peers in more than a dozen NCAA Division I sports. Last year, the Cardinals were Southland Conference champions in men's golf, cross country and women's tennis. The volleyball and men's basketball teams were regular season co-champs and the women's basketball team was Southland Conference East Division champion. The LU baseball program has produced several major leaguers. The women's soccer program is entering its second season. The golf team has topped national rankings in recent years.
LU is beginning to rebuild a football program. A coach was hired in 2008. The stadium and athletic complex are being renovated, and the Cardinals plan to return to the gridiron in 2010.
Campus Life
A building boom at Lamar University in the past decade has given students access to state-of-the art facilities for learning, playing, dining and living.
Residents of Cardinal Village, the modern residence halls, have private bedrooms, high-speed Internet and amenities including an outdoor pool, basketball courts and community centers. The new dining hall offers a bistro ambience with international and American cuisine.
Working out in the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center is like a trip to an exclusive gym where students have an automatic membership. Features include a 43-foot climbing wall, an elevated jogging track, new cardiovascular and weighttraining equipment, and courts for sports such as basketball, racquetball and indoor soccer. Competitive types can participate in intramural sports ranging from basketball and flag football to dodgeball, cricket and pool.
Making friends and building a social network is easy at Lamar with more than 100 clubs and organizations registered on campus. Through campus organizations, students can:
- Join a fraternity or sorority
- Get involved in community service
- Delve into a cause
- Nurture spiritual beliefs
- Start networking in future professions
- Do all of the above.
LU is a short drive from many outdoor adventures: a day at the beach, canoeing or fishing on area rivers and bayous, hiking in the Big Thicket National Preserve. Shopping and entertainment options also are nearby including theaters, museums and live music venues large and small.
History
Lamar University was founded in 1923 as South Park Junior College a few blocks from the current location. The name changed to Lamar College in 1932 to honor Mirabeau B. Lamar, second president of the Republic of Texas and the "Father of Education" in Texas. In 1951, the school became Lamar State College of Technology, a state-supported four-year institution, the first junior college in Texas to make such a transition. The name changed to Lamar University in 1971. The university joined the Texas State University System in 1995.
Visit/Apply
Visit campus to learn more about all Lamar University has to offer. Guided campus tours normally are scheduled at 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.
To arrange a campus visit, call (409) 880-8316 or e-mail recruitment@lamar.edu
To apply for admission, financial aid and scholarships, go to http://lamar.edu/admissions
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