Gas Repair Technician

Workplace Culture NAU aims to be the nation’s preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
Special Information This position is posted as Gas Repair Technician, which is a working title.
The NAU system title for this position is Master Meter Operator.
This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation.
Opportunities for remote work are rare.
Will be required to work in confined spaces which include attics, furnaces rooms, crawl spaces & tunnels.
Working conditions could include inadequate lighting, restricted movement, dirty environment, air contamination, extreme temperatures, intense noise, and hazardous materials; moves heavy objects.
Technician may work outside in cold or hot weather or in buildings that are uncomfortable because the air conditioning equipment is broken.
In addition, technicians might work in awkward or cramped positions, and sometimes will be required to work in high places.
Hazards include electrical shock, burns, muscle strains, and other injuries from handling heavy equipment.
Employees of Facility Services are considered essential staff and must report to work when the university is closed for emergencies.
This position is required to participate in on-call, call back duties and snow removal, which can include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Under established circumstances will respond to emergency dispatch calls within set timeframes Administrative or Campus Living buildings.
Mandatory periodic On Call-An employee must remain available and be able to return to work in a reasonable period of time as determined by the supervisor.
Job Description Northern Arizona University is seeking an individual that is skilled in Gas Repair Technician duties.
This position installs, repairs, inspects, and maintains the university gas appliances, meters, regulators, and distribution lines to ensure they are operating effectively.
Inspects gas system processes, identifies areas for improvement within department, and makes necessary adjustments.
Monitors and maintains records of university gas system needs and compiles maintenance reports with information related to university gas systems to be used for recommendations.
Preventative Maintenance and Inspections - 50% Inspects all buildings (campus wide) meters, regulators, supply lines for leaks and improper usage.
Performs preventative maintenance work as required.
Preventative maintenance could include but is not limited to: Inspecting joints, valves, pumps, boilers, heaters, sinks, commodes, tanks, valves and other plumbing system components to locate malfunctions and repairs or replaces when necessary.
Maintains a scheduled preventative maintenance program ensuring gas appliances are checked according to schedule.
Maintains a preventative maintenance schedule for all furnace filter changes across campus.
Service Repairs and Installations - 20% Installs, services, and repairs stoves, forced air furnaces, wall heaters and other gas appliances using hand tools and test equipment.
Installs repairs and maintains water, gas, drainage, sewage and other plumbing systems.
Safety and Campus Response - 20% Will be responsible to respond to all odor calls/alerts alongside with NAU PD and Flagstaff fire department.
Ability to detect Gas odor.
(Will be trained on gas odor equipment).
Basic Plumbing skills (Training available to help within plumbing department).
Examines appliances to detect leaks or faulty pipe connections.
Determines possible misuse of equipment or potential safety hazards.
Daily Work Orders and Administrative Duties - 5% Will maintain I-pad for workorders and enter daily time, and manage incoming and outgoing e-mails.
Complies with all job-specific safety requirements and procedures identified in job-specific hazard assessments (required training, PPE use, standard operating procedures, etc.
).
Studies plans, drawings, specifications and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of repairs and/or installations.
Other - 5% Removes snow and ice from designated areas such as roofs, sidewalks and entryways as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications High school degree.
4-6 years of gas appliance repair or related experience.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications 4 years of heating experience.
Journeyman level position.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Working knowledge of furnace installation.
Knowledge of gas distribution systems and equipment including methods and materials used in maintenance and repair.
Ability to organize and prioritize work in a rapidly changing environment.
Knowledge of record keeping and inventory methods.
Knowledge of computer skills.
Skilled in the use of power tools and equipment related to overall mechanical repair work.
Ability to effectively communicate with campus partners.
The ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work in a team environment as well individually.
Driving Requirement Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a regular part of this position.
Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business become authorized by submitting Driver’s license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed.
The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose.
More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.
Background Information This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position.
Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting.
If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements.
Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.
Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report.
The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act.
The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus.
In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing.
This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities.
If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E.
Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
Salary Anticipated salary range is $54,779 - $68,474.
Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.
FLSA Status This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
The incumbent is eligible for overtime pay or compensatory time according to University policy.
Further, the employee must submit timesheets that accurately reflect all hours worked.
Benefits This is a Classified Staff (CLS) position.
NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents.
More information on benefits at NAU is available on the Human Resources benefits website.
Classified Staff employees are in a probationary status for their first six months at NAU.
NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan).
New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date.
Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits.
Additionally, new employees will begin participating in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date.
Learning and Development Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development.
New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.
Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship NAU will not provide any U.
S.
immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
Application Deadline January 8, 2024 at 11:59 p.
m.
How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page.
You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline.
If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.
edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution.
Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
Know Your Rights Poster NAU is an Employer of National Service.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.