The Chilled Water Distribution Technician is part of the Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) and is a key individual contributor responsible for the maintenance and operations of all chilled water systems on campus. This position ensures proper efficient operation in the summer months and conduct preventative maintenance on all equipment during the winter. Reporting directly to the Manager of BSC, CTLS and CWD the Chilled Water Distribution Technician will often be tasking with working closely with other CWD techs, the controls group, and the campus HAR technicians and electricians.
About the Work Unit:
Facilities provides facilities support for all construction, renovation, and routine maintenance of University space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic, administrative, residential, and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center.
Facilities annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 400 employees. This branch manages major capital project expenditures totaling ~$125 million annually and facility renewal, replacement, and large maintenance project expenditures totaling ~$20 million annually. The Facilities Business Operations Center provides support to the entire department, specifically regarding the areas of Finance, Employee Relations, Systems, Contracts and General Administration.
Key Functions and Expected Performance:
Perform equipment repairs/updates as needed
Chillers Cooling towers Chilled water pumps Condenser water pumps Refrigerant monitors
Perform Preventive Maintenance on the chillers which consist of
Removal of ends so that evaporator tubes can be brushed, condensing tubes to be brushed every 3 years so that eddy current can be performed by an outside contractor Check all electrical connections to make sure they are all no loose connections Lubricate motors on the chillers per specification Check vacuum pump oil on the purge pumps
Perform Preventive Maintenance on cooling towers which consists of
Removal of screens to clean fill, and reinstall after tower cleaning is completed Clean hot decks, sumps and clean strainer in the tower Inspect gearbox, motor and coupling Check oil level in gearbox Check electrical connections and sump heaters
Perform Preventive Maintenance on chilled water pumps and condenserwater pumps
Clean pump strainers Lubricate motor as needed Check electrical connections Check for leaks Complete repairs as needed
Perform Preventive Maintenance on refrigerant monitors
Monitor and change filters as needed Complete repairs as needed
Construction Job Projects
Meet with vendors on job projects Perform project management to insure the work is being correctly performedOther
Perform flow studies on buildings throughout the campus to get better water flow through buildings and water loop Check AIM system for work orders and assign as needed. Close out work orders when jobs are completed Research and order parts through storeroom as needed Attach work order numbers to vendor invoices for approval by Manager Perform any other work that is assigned by Manager
Supervisory Relationships:
This position does not have supervisory responsibility; this position reports administratively and functionally to the Manager of BSC, CTLS and CWD.
Education and Certifications:
High School Graduate or GED is required EPA Universal Refrigerant Recover Certification
Experience and Skills:
Formal mechanical systems training Experience with Trane, Johnson Controls/York, Daikin McQuay, and Carrier chillers Must be able to bend, stoop, reach or stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift as at least 70lbs Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records
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