Position Title: Service & Repair Assistant (HVAC-R), Campus Operations Posting Number: C250020 Employer: State Salary Range: $41,399 FTE: 1.00 Position Summary: The Service & Repair Assistant ( HVAC -R) is a first-line position in which the candidate should expect to spend a majority of their time in the field assisting a Trades Generalist in responding to daily service requests (work orders) in support of the University’s HVAC energy management equipment that consists of chillers, boilers, air handlers, direct expansion (DX) units, VAV boxes, fin radiation, fan coils, exhaust fans, heat pumps, humidifiers, heat recovery units, variable speed drives, hydronic pumps, other HVAC equipment and the direct digital control system that manages the equipment. Key responsibilities include: + Respond to daily service requests (work orders) + Assist journey level trades to diagnose, troubleshoot and service building automation systems ( BAS ) and electrical/mechanical equipment of all types found on campus. These are mechanical, electrical and computerized equipment used to perform energy management and HVAC climate control + Use computer to document service work performed + Assist journey level trades in the removal or installation of electrical/mechanical building control equipment and systems + Assist journey level trades involved in all facets of small mechanical equipment and BCS projects + Provide high level of customer service Learn more: + Our benefits (https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/for-faculty-staff/benefits/state/csea.html) , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. + Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. (https://www.buffalo.edu/) University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Minimum Qualifications: Non-competitive: two years of experience in heating, plumbing, steam-fitting, electrical, air-conditioning or refrigeration work, under the supervision of a journey level tradesperson, or completion of a two-year technical school course in heating, refrigeration or air-conditioning. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Preferred Qualifications: + Possession of Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification + Certifications earned, completed relevant training, or other documentation that illustrates depth of knowledge in electrical and mechanical HVAC equipment + Ability to understand control drawings + Experience with Building Management systems + Computer competency + Ability to work in mechanical and confined spaces