Refrigeration Mechanic

• Provides service support to the customer base within the Medical center regarding refrigeration maintenance
• Maintains the proper environment to ensure the medical center can perform its service to the community and support the function of building systems
• Maintains uninterrupted services primary working on refrigeration equipment used by a very diverse customer base including a trauma medical center, research and teaching facilities
• Complies with the safety regulations and policies of the University of Rochester, MCFO and all local state and Federal agencies having jurisdiction
• Performs service calls, work orders, preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and reconditioning work on refrigeration equipment such as medical refrigerators, freezers, water and ice dispensers, cold rooms, environmental chambers, coolers/freezers and ultralow freezers
• Dissembles, inspects, and troubleshoots refrigeration equipment both electronically and mechanically
• Uses specialized refrigeration tools such as scales, multi-meters, micron gauges and all other related refrigeration equipment
• Disassembles, inspects/examine system components such as receiver controls, electronic, pneumatic controls, dampers, and valves to detect mechanical, electrical, electronic and pneumatic malfunctions making recommendations, necessary repairs or replacement
• Has working knowledge of Building Automation Systems and related HVAC equipment
• Trouble shoots refrigeration equipment and mechanical systems
• Perform root cause analysis to identify failure and needed repairs to maintain safe and efficient operations
• Must solder, braze and weld all types of materials such as brass, copper, & aluminum alloys
• Must work with refrigerants and refrigeration equipment documenting results in the University CFC log, meeting EPA, local and State laws
• Acts in the capacity of instructor, trouble shooter and specialist
• Leads by example understanding own limitations and strives to learn more
• Investigates shutdowns, documents and provides notice to customers, trades and outside contractors
• Works with trades and outside contractors as necessary keeping the quality of work and costs in line

• High school education and 4-6 years experience as a refrigeration service mechanic
• experience in an electrical/mechanical trade education or related environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• CFC Universal Certification required
• Ability to read and write English and make mathematical calculations required
• Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations required
• Preferred candidates will have an associate's degree in a relevant field

associate's degree in a relevant field