HVAC Mechanic
United States·GainesvillemidQuick Summary
Completion of an approved heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems apprenticeship program; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience.
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HVAC Mechanic |
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Completion of an approved heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems apprenticeship program; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. |
| Job Description: |
- Maintain, repair, replace, and install fan coil units and large air handlers including outside air units and their associated components and controls
- Troubleshoot HVAC equipment, hydronic systems, and associated equipment
- Remove, transport, and install window air conditioning units and refrigerators up to 50 lbs.
- Maintain hydronic based heating and cooling systems (with associated components); compliance, inspection, installation, maintenance and operation of hydronic based systems include: centrifugal chillers, fan coil units, outdoor supply air units, steam to liquid heat exchangers, heating hot water pumps, chilled water pumps, domestic water pumps
- Assist with management of domestic water supply systems
- Maintain direct expansion (Dx) heating and cooling systems (with associated components): Split Dx systems from 1-20 tons, CRAC units, VRF systems (variable refrigerant flow), and mini-split systems, and water source heat pumps, and cooling towers
- Maintain and replace air filtration equipment, devices, and associated components
- Assist with management of energy efficiency and building optimization through management of pneumatic and digital building automation and control systems programming, scheduling, and communication
- Input and process work order requests utilizing web-based work order management system.
- Record detailed descriptions of work performed and notate preventative maintenance information
- Monitor building automation systems
- Procure quotes from outside vendors and contractors, as needed
- Assist with training, continuing education, and guidance for staff on position expectations, safe use of equipment; ensure staff follow prescribed policies and procedures
- Review plans and assist with creating recommendations for HVAC systems on capital and minor construction projects specific to self-performed work; ensure proper installation management after design and review
- Attend commissioning or other walkthroughs with vendors and contractors
- Advise on HVAC construction and renovation projects meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government regulations
- Perform general cleaning duties after the completion of maintenance tasks within buildings or properties.
- Maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment and keep parts and supplies in order.
- Repair equipment as needed
- Operates state vehicles
- Serve as on-site team lead ensuring proper task completion
$25 -$27 /hour; In addition, the University of Florida offer a very competitive benefits package.
Learn more by visiting: https://hr.ufl.edu/benefits
Completion of an approved heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems apprenticeship program; or a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Preferred:- Six (6) years of experience and general working knowledge of HVAC systems
- Knowledge of Automated Logic controllers, Belimo actuators and valves
- Working knowledge of Florida state building codes and other relevant codes and standards
- Knowledge of Mitsubishi VRF systems
- Knowledge of centrifugal chillers
- Knowledge of cooling towers
- Basic knowledge of steam, chilled water, and hydronic heating systems
- Demonstrated proficiency with computers and basic software applications (e.g. work order management systems, Microsoft Office products (e.g. Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to communicate with various levels of staff
- Demonstrated attention to detail, professionalism, dependability, and timeliness
- Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal
- Ability to perform stick, MIG, and TIG welding
- Ability to braze copper tubing
- Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
- Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a multi-faceted environment
- In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
- Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
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This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
- EPA Certification: Type I and II, or Universal required.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
Health Assessment Required: Yes
Advertised: Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Eastern Standard Time
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About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $52,000–$56,160 a year
- 20% below the $68,000 median for Mechanic jobs on Jobera (448 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
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- First seen
- November 4, 2026
- Last seen
- November 4, 2026
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- 0
- Trust Level
- 63%
- Scored at
- November 4, 2026
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