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Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) Specialist

Position Number: 4496004
Location: Spokane, WA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) Specialist

Whitworth University

Salary: $56,347.20 - $59,280.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time Staff

Location: Whitworth University Campus

Department: Facilities Services

Closing: 9/30/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

Whitworth University is a place of fearless intellect and unconstrained commitment to the Christian faith, we equip our graduates to "honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity." Whitworth believes that integral to its core mission is modeling love and understanding across racial, ethnic, gender, socio-economic, sexual orientation, religious, and other expressions of human difference. As a result, Whitworth recognizes that an equitable and inclusive community is central to our identity as a Christian university committed to educating and developing critically thinking students.

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Position Summary
The Facilities Services Department at Whitworth University is seeking an HVACR Specialist to join our team of dedicated maintenance professionals. In this role you will perform a variety of skilled services in maintenance and engineering related to the heating, ventilation, commercial refrigeration, and air conditioning systems on campus, including the central steam heating plant. You will join a team of eight trades professionals who serve the Whitworth community today and sustain our campus for tomorrow. To learn more about the Facilities Services Department visit their webpage here.

Core Responsibilities
Boilers and Steam | 45%

Operate, service, maintain, repair, and recondition (as required) low-pressure boilers, including electric and natural gas-fired boilers.
Coordinate and perform annual testing and inspection of boilers and pressure vessels.
Maintain documentation to meet permitting compliance requirements for boilers and pressure vessels across campus.
Maintain campus steam and condensate loop.
Actively manage boiler chemical use.

HVACR Operations | 45%

Perform a variety of skilled/journeyman-level duties in the heating, ventilation, commercial refrigeration, and air conditioning systems, including the central steam heating plant, individual boiler or building heating and air conditioning systems, and campus underground steam distribution system
Operate, service, maintain, repair, and recondition commercial and residential electric and natural gas fired appliances, refrigeration plants and appliances, and air conditioning systems
Maintain/service, program, and repair all building HVACR electronic and pneumatic systems, controls, and computer-based energy management programs
Maintain a comprehensive, on-going, preventive maintenance program, including maintenance, operating, and other appropriate records and logs

Other | 10%

Assists in HVACR design and modifications as part of facilities remodeling and new construction as required
Perform emergency call-out services as required
Complete parts and materials requisitions for HVACR related systems
Supervise and train student workers when assigned
Perform other duties as assisgned, including assisting other trades

Minimum Qualifications | Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Journey-level experience in commercial and residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems or completion of journey level certification.
Refrigeration - Class II or Universal CFC license
O6A electrical license preferred
Gas I license
Mechanic II license preferred
Basic knowledge and experience in operation of low pressure boilers
Demonstrated growth in cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities and proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with students and other constituents across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, race, gender, varying abilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious perspectives.
A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning.
A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church.
Valid driver's license.
Demonstrated ability and knowledge in the HVACR trade including: general practices, methods, tools, materials, and related safety procedures
Willingness and ability to learn and be trained in new techniques relating to heating and cooling systems
Interpret and work from blueprints, drawings, and sketches
Ability to work within regulations set forth by state and federal safety codes
Respond to evening and weekend calls for emergency services and control work
Demonstrated maturity in dealing with students, staff and general public
Demonstrated ability to develop and work in a collaborative work environment and willingness to work outside area of specialization to assist with emergent needs of the department
Move heavy objects (50 pounds or more) long distances (more than 20 feet)
Reach high work areas with ladders and/or scaffolding and work at heights greater than ten feet
Dexterity, agility and flexibility to perform the requirements of the position
Lift, carry, push or pull a variety of tools, equipment and materials
Climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch to gain access to pipes, wiring and equipment
Handle a variety of hand and power tools
Near-visual acuity needed to read equipment diagrams and inspect parts
Depth perception, field of vision, and color vision needed in fitting and installing parts
Physical ability and conditioning to perform all duties of the position including limited work in cramped and uncomfortable positions, on ladders, scaffolding, man-lifts, ceiling crawl space, fan towers, underground utility tunnels, sewage-lift stations and roofs
Works outside, exposed to wet and cold/hot conditions, and exposed to noise and vibration from operating machinery

Position Details
A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate. A resume, cover letter, faith statement, and names, email addresses, and phone numbers of at least three (3) professional references will also be required.

Looking for resources to help with writing a faith statement? Check out our faith statement resource page for more information.

Learn more about our shared work to achieve and sustain inclusive excellence HERE.

Whitworth complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws that are applicable to religious nonprofit institutions and does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, or disability. With our Christ-centered commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, the university encourages applications from populations underrepresented at Whitworth including members of racial/ethnic communities, women, and persons with disabilities.

Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/whitworth/staff/jobs/4165717/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-and-refrigeration-hvacr-specialist

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