Job no: 495776 Work type: Full-time Campus: Mount Carmel - Hamden, CT, North Haven - North Haven, CT Categories: Staff Overview: Quinnipiac University's Facilities Department seeks applications for a Licensed HVAC Mechanic. This position is responsible for performing highly skilled and skilled maintenance on Quinnipiac University buildings, property, or related buildings. The employee will work under the direction of a designated supervisor. Please note this is a union position with a 90-day probationary hourly rate of $39.51, post probationary hourly rate is $40.67. The hours for this position will be Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. About the Department The Quinnipiac Facilities Department is responsible for the overall physical plant operations of the University which includes custodial and grounds keeping to mechanical and general repair in buildings. The Facilities Department is comprised of roughly 170 unionized employees on three campuses which span more than 750 acres and over 3.1 million square feet. We pride ourselves on preserving and enhancing the beautiful atmosphere for all students, staff, and visitors. About Quinnipiac: Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac is recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X. Responsibilities: Installations and repairs of heating and plumbing fixtures, apparatus, and control equipment. Connects equipment using all necessary tools and devices. Installs pneumatic controls and distribution equipment such as relays and other related equipment. Ensures HVAC installations comply with existing state and local codes. Additionally, must be able to perform a variety of skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning equipment and control systems, pumps, generators, life safety systems (fire, lighting, sprinklers) motorized equipment (gasoline and electric), outdoor lighting and kitchen equipment. May drive trucks and perform related skilled work as required. Licensed mechanics are on call for emergency situations. However, licensed mechanics will remove snow during regularly scheduled shifts but will not be utilized for snow related overtime. Qualifications: A State of Connecticut Heating and Cooling Journeyman or Contractors license S or D classification is required. The employer shall provide release time for all re-certifications of licensed personnel and shall pay all costs associated with such re-certifications. Special Instructions to Applicants: TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume. Contact information for three references may be required at a later date. This position requires a successful completion of a physical demands exam as well as a pre-employment physical, drug screening test and background check. Please note this is a union position with a 90-day probationary hourly rate of $39.51, post probationary hourly rate is $40.67. The hours for this position will be Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission for employees and their dependents and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence. Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only: If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidate's current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most-recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact: Advertised: October 17, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Open until filled