The HVAC Mechanic with IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations provides preventive maintenance and general maintenance for all UF/IFAS-owned buildings at Balm, Lake Alfred, Apopka, and Wimauma, Florida. Primary work location will be in Balm. Driving a state vehicle to work sites is required.

• Performs preventative and scheduled maintenance tasks on mechanical equipment, including but not limited to air conditioners, air handlers, air compressors, condensing units, refrigeration units, ice machines, natural gas unit heaters, chillers, and circulating water pumps. 
  
  
• Performs preventive and scheduled maintenance in a variety of other building maintenance areas, including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, painting, and carpentry. Employee is responsible for managing a set of diverse computer-generated work orders, prioritizing safety and critical repairs first as well as initiating material requests and responding to emergencies as needed.
  
  
• Manages the operation of and performs maintenance on outdoor air conditioning units on Lake Alfred, Apopka, and Wimauma sites; monitors equipment activity via automated controls. Works with the building automation systems and engineering team to resolve problems.
  
  
• Oversees HVAC portions of renovation/new construction projects.
  
  
• Completes records and reports in support of the preventative and scheduled maintenance of all building systems, including daily chiller readings, materials used, labor required for tasks, etc. Performs other duties as assigned.

About IFAS Facilities Planning & Operations

IFAS Facilities Planning & Operations supports over 1,000 buildings, 57,000 acres, and eighty employees around the state of Florida. Our team’s maintenance work furthers research and education that feed the world and preserve its natural resources. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Florida and to maintain the excellence of the University.

We offer our employees a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pension and investment-based retirement plans, and flexible leave options.

University of Florida also funds education for its employees, up to 6 credit hours per semester. This opportunity can be used for degree programs or individual classes.

Benefits information: https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/

Employee Education Program details: https://learn-and-grow.hr.ufl.edu/education-programs/employee-education-program/

For more information on IFAS, please visit: https://ifas.ufl.edu/

Must hold and maintain valid EPA Universal Refrigerant Recovery certification.

• Five or more years of experience.
• Expertise with installation and repair of HVAC systems.
• Skilled in repair and installation of control circuit systems.
• Proficiency with installation and repair of electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Computer skills, including ability to learn and independently utilize electronic work order system.
• Strong communication skills.
• Self-starting work ethic.