#838840

Classification Description

University of Michigan

Issued:	09/01/89	Classification Code # 838840
Supersedes:	NEW	FLSA NE

TITLE:

HVAC LEADER - FLINT

GRADE:

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

To perform or direct and guide the performance of others on the most complex mechanical work on HVAC circuit and Central Energy Plant equipment; coordinate work order processing; and to inspect completed maintenance and installation work for quality.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate and perform installation, maintenance and repair work for HVAC and Central Energy Plant equipment.
Inspect maintenance and installation work performed by HVAC staff for quality and completeness. Coordinate the processing and assignment of work orders.
Participate in the training of employees.

RELATED DUTIES

Install and maintain boiler and refrigeration equipment, such as pumps and compressors.
Inspect HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic environmental systems for defects or wear, and determine whether repair, replacement or maintenance is necessary for proper operations.
Balance, set and align power plant and circuit equipment and check tightness, alignment and settings to prevent defects and wear.
Maintain boiler, refrigeration, air handling and related equipment through preventative maintenance, such as replacing parts and fittings, and packing and lubricating bearings.
Fabricate parts and tools by machining, cutting, welding and bending metal pipe, steel and other materials.
Dismantle, repair and install HVAC and related equipment using cranes, slings, riggings, scaffolding, booms, block and tackle and other moving equipment.
Repair and replace electrical motors, pumps and related equipment, such as seals and bearing assemblies.
Repair air compressors, heat exchangers, valves, fans and other components of equipment in the Central Energy Plant and on the circuit.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Supervision is received from a designated official.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a four year trade or vocational high school with mechanical courses and completion of an apprenticeship in machine repair or allied trade, or six to eight years progressively responsible experience in machine repair or other related trade is necessary.
Considerable boiler and HVAC equipment repair and maintenance experience is necessary.
Considerable mechanical aptitude is necessary.
Ability to design, interpret and draw blueprints and sketches and make reports on job assignments.
Ability to use precision tools, such as micrometers, vibration meters and balancing equipment is necessary.
Ability to tolerate high levels of heat and noise is necessary.
Thorough knowledge of safety standards and procedures is necessary.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.