HVAC Specialist I

Facilities and Business Operations:

Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

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The Opportunity:

The Maintenance Department in Facilities and Business Operations at Lake Nona, Health Sciences Campus, is seeking to hire an HVAC Specialist I to help maintain a safe, functional, clean, and efficient living and learning environment on campus. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting HVAC issues, providing maintenance services, and responding to service requests from customers and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance to keep HVAC and refrigeration systems running smoothly and prevent potential issues.

• Repair defects found during inspections and respond to reported problems to restore proper functionality.

• Work on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, including installing, maintaining, testing, and calibrating equipment.

• Calibrate electric, electronic, and pneumatic controls to maintain correct temperature and humidity levels.

• Check refrigerant levels and pressures, ensure safety devices are working, and troubleshoot malfunctions.

• Maintain and repair compressors, make emergency refrigeration repairs, and ensure all equipment operates safely and efficiently.

• Assist other shops, contractors, and departments with maintenance, events, and special projects.

• Participate in facility upgrades and improvement projects.

• Complete work orders promptly, documenting hours worked, actions taken, and any conditions needing follow-up. Report maintenance, health, or safety concerns to your supervisor.

• Support compliance with all university, local, state, and federal regulations.

• Help with inventory control and security of tools and materials.

• Take part in required safety training and collaborate with other campus departments.

• Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting other zones during shortages or emergencies.

• Ability to work in extreme environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in heating, ventilation and/or air conditioning; or a high school diploma and 2 years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience performing preventative and predictive maintenance on HVAC systems.

• EPA Certification or training in HVAC maintenance practices.

• Practical experience in checking refrigerant charges and pressures, as well as handling and disposing of refrigerants safely.

• Skilled in conducting repairs on a wide range of HVAC components, including air systems, compressors, and controls.

• Familiarity with various computer programs, including Microsoft Office and the Integrated Work Management System (IWMS) or similar software.

• Basic communication skills in English to work effectively with customers and operate electronic equipment.

• Ability to communicate and coordinate with individuals from varied backgrounds and experiences. 

Health Assessment Required:  

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $22.98 to $26.27. The final rate will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

This position is based at our Lake Nona Health Sciences Campus

This position requires participation in the “on-call” rotation to answer calls and respond timely per department protocol.

Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

This position will be operating in confined spaces and elevated areas.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!  UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off, and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. 

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

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