Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic / Mechanic Refrigeration

Working / Functional Title

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mech

Position Summary

Salary : $33.62- $38.58 upon meeting the progression step requirements.. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement;

Generous sick, vacation, personal and holiday time.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of high school education or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Successful completion of an applicable trade specific Trades Helper program, completion of an approved apprenticeship program or an associate degree or equivalent education / experience.
• Five years' experience in the trade that includes five years of experience in commercial refrigeration and air-conditioning installation, maintenance and troubleshooting and demonstrated ability to independently perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification, or equivalent experience.
• Possession of EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Must possess a State of Michigan Contractor's License with endorsements in refrigeration (#4) and Limited Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (#7) to receive progression step increases at and after the six (6) month mark.
• Expert knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, equipment, occupational hazards, and safety precautions of the trade.
• Expert knowledge of applicable building codes, rules, and regulations (local, state, and federal).
• Possession of a valid operator's license.
• Must furnish own tools.
• Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 required.

Desired Qualifications

• State of Michigan Mechanical Contractor License with endorsements for #4 - refrigeration and #7 - limited refrigeration or #8 - unlimited refrigeration / air conditioning service;
• more than five years of experience with trouble-shooting, installation, evacuating and charging of large commercial air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including : chillers, split systems, walk-in coolers, freezers, growth chambers and ammonia refrigeration systems;
• experience working on large tonnage mechanical and absorption chillers;experience with the servicing of smaller systems, including window air conditioning units, refrigerators and ice machines;

experience working with customers and other mechanics involving other building trades; knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations and the ability to use e-mail and the Internet.

A creative and innovative lifelong learner with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population; able to problem solve within a collaborative team environment;

ability to understand different perspectives while utilizing expert knowledge of the technical operations of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

RESUME

Work Hours

Monday through Friday first shift- 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm - may require after-hours, weekend and holiday work.

Website

www.ipf.msu.edu

Summary of Physical Demands

Carrying tools and materials to and from job site. Hauling tools and materials to and from job site; hauling trash. Performs work from various types of equipment including scaffolding.

Summary of Health Risks

Wear a respirator, Work in noisy (at or above 85 decibel) areas, Risks that have been identified by Environmental Health and Safety, such as exposure to lead, chemotherapy, formaldehyde, asbestos, refrigerants

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