MNT - HVACR/Maintenance Tech

At UGM, every role is more than a jobit is an opportunity to serve others with skill, compassion, and purpose. We warmly welcome professionals who want their work to make a meaningful difference and who are comfortable contributing to a Christ-centered ministry where prayer, biblical values, and sharing the hope of the Gospel are part of our life together. UGM considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of UGM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Statement of Faith and Core Values. Additionally, employees must be willing to lead and/or participate in Bible study, prayer, devotions and sharing the Gospel. SUMMARY OF POSITION: Maintains, inspects, diagnoses, repairs and installs a variety of equipment related to heating, cooling, ventilation, refrigeration, commercial laundry and kitchen equipment, custodial machines, and grounds-related equipment at each of our facilities, i.e. UGM, UGM Shelters, Motors and Thrift Stores. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTIES: There are no supervisory responsibilities with this position. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Key Result Area #1: HVACR Maintenance: Perform routine and preventative maintenance on a monthly or quarterly basis as prescribed by industry standards.Ensures the ongoing function of HVACR systems that affect the environment people live in.Maintains a log of work done on each piece of equipment for the purpose of documenting repairs and activities and/or conveying information.Inspecting HVACR systems and their components and diagnoses cause of problems and/or failures (e.g. heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilation units, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs, and recommending preventive maintenance.Repairs HVACR systems and/or components for the purpose of ensuring a comfortable work environment.Installs HVACR equipment and systems for the purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded capabilities.Maintains inventory of parts and supplies to ensure availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and/or repair.May be assigned emergency response outside regularly scheduled hours and travel between UGM facilities.Maintains vehicle, tools, and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating conditionFollows applicable safety requirements and UGM procedures for hazardous-energy control, electrical safety, refrigerant handling, ladders, fall protection, tools, and personal protective equipment. Performs hazardous tasks only when trained and authorized, reports unsafe conditions promptly, and refers work beyond authorized qualifications to the Facilities Manager. Key Result Area #2: Other Equipment Maintenance: Performs routine and preventative maintenance on laundry, kitchen, custodial, and grounds equipment as prescribed by industry standards.Maintains a log of repairs on each piece of equipment.Diagnoses cause problems and/or failures in piece of equipment.Assesses whether equipment repairs can be completed within the employees training, credentials, and authorized scope, and refers repairs requiring outside expertise or authorization to the Facilities Manager for coordination with qualified contractors.Maintains inventory of parts and supplies Key Result Area #3: Facilities Maintenance: Maintains and repairs plumbing and electrical systems as needed, only within the scope legally permitted by the employees credentials and any applicable exemption, and under required supervision. Refers work outside that scope to appropriately licensed personnel.Works in other trade related work to include framing, insulating, hanging of sheetrock, wall finishes, and floor coverings as needed. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Understands basic refrigeration cycle to include identifying components in refrigeration circuit, understanding how each component works, diagnosing problems in the refrigeration circuit, using manifold gauge set, pressure / temperature chart and temperature measuring devices for routine maintenance and to troubleshoot. Understands refrigeration recovery, evacuation, and charging.Understands basic electron theory, how electricity travels, AC and DC currents, single phase and three phase circuits, and series and parallel circuits. Ability to read basic wiring diagrams. Understanding of Ohms Law. Ability to use multi-meters to read voltage, current, and resistance values. Must be able to troubleshoot basic electrical circuits.Understands the process of treating air so as to simultaneously control its temperature, humidity, and distribution. Must be able to read and understand mechanical drawing.Understands basic heating cycle to include identifying components in heating system, understanding how each component works, diagnosing problems in the heating system using a gas pressure test and other devices for routine maintenance and to troubleshoot. Understands the theory of combustion and how it relates to combustible fuels such as gas and oil.Have good understanding and problem-solving ability to maintain a wide variety of equipment.Have the ability to understand mechanical plans and schematics. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL FACTORS: The essential functions of this position may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation are reviewed through an individualized interactive process in accordance with applicable law. Performs outdoor maintenance in varying weather conditions, subject to applicable safety requirements and appropriate protective measures.Able to climb ladders and stairs, work at heights, and on uneven surfacesLifts and moves equipment and materials weighing up to 65 pounds as required for assigned maintenance tasks, using appropriate lifting equipment, team assistance, or reasonable accommodation where applicable.Ability to interact positively with contractors, vendors, staff, volunteers, and guestsAble to understand and carry out simple oral and written directions EQUIPMENT/TOOLS USED: Wide range of hand and power tools EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Trade school certificate or AAS degree preferred 2 years experience in HVAC field preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: EPA Section 608 technician certification of the type appropriate to the equipment serviced when assigned work requires certification. For regulated electrical work performed in Washington, a valid electrical trainee certificate with required supervision, or an electrician certificate appropriate to the assigned scope, unless a specific legal exemption applies. For regulated HVAC work performed in Idaho, holds the active Idaho HVAC apprentice registration, journeyman license, specialty credential, or other authorization legally required for the assigned duties. Performs apprenticeship work only under required supervision and performs no work outside the authorized scope. Obtains and maintains additional permits, registrations, or certifications required before performing the affected duties. #UGMUKG