Chilled Water Dist Tech

Position Summary:

The Chilled Water Distribution Technician is part of the Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) and is a key individual contributor responsible for the maintenance and operations of all chilled water systems on campus. This position ensures proper efficient operation in the summer months and conduct preventative maintenance on all equipment during the winter. Reporting directly to the Manager of BSC, CTLS and CWD the Chilled Water Distribution Technician will often be tasking with working closely with other CWD techs, the controls group, and the campus HAR technicians and electricians.

About the Work Unit:

Facilities provides facilities support for all construction, renovation, and routine maintenance of University space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic, administrative, residential, and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center. 

Facilities annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 400 employees.  This branch manages major capital project expenditures totaling ~$125 million annually and facility renewal, replacement, and large maintenance project expenditures totaling ~$20 million annually. The Facilities Business Operations Center provides support to the entire department, specifically regarding the areas of Finance, Employee Relations, Systems, Contracts and General Administration.    

Key Functions and Expected Performance:

Perform equipment repairs/updates as needed

• Chillers
• Cooling towers
• Chilled water pumps
• Condenser water pumps
• Refrigerant monitors

Perform Preventive Maintenance on the chillers which consist of

• Removal of ends so that evaporator tubes can be brushed, condensing tubes to be brushed every 3 years so that eddy current can be performed by an outside contractor
• Check all electrical connections to make sure they are all no loose connections
• Lubricate motors on the chillers per specification
• Check vacuum pump oil on the purge pumps 

Perform Preventive Maintenance on cooling towers which consists of

• Removal of screens to clean fill, and reinstall after tower cleaning is completed
• Clean hot decks, sumps and clean strainer in the tower
• Inspect gearbox, motor and coupling
• Check oil level in gearbox
• Check electrical connections and sump heaters 

Perform Preventive Maintenance on chilled water pumps and condenserwater pumps

• Clean pump strainers 
• Lubricate motor as needed 
• Check electrical connections
• Check for leaks
• Complete repairs as needed

Perform Preventive Maintenance on refrigerant monitors

• Monitor and change filters as needed
• Complete repairs as needed

Construction Job Projects

• Meet with vendors on job projects
• Perform project management to insure the work is being correctly performed 

       Other

• Perform flow studies on buildings throughout the campus to get better water flow through buildings and water loop
• Check AIM system for work orders and assign as needed.  Close out work orders when jobs are completed
• Research and order parts through storeroom as needed
• Attach work order numbers to vendor invoices for approval by Manager
• Perform any other work that is assigned by Manager

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility; this position reports administratively and functionally to the Manager of BSC, CTLS and CWD. 

Education and Certifications:

• High School Graduate or GED is required
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Recover Certification 

Experience and Skills:

• Formal mechanical systems training
• Experience with Trane, Johnson Controls/York, Daikin McQuay, and Carrier chillers 

• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach or stand for extended periods of time. 
• Must be able to lift as at least 70lbs
• Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records

About Us

Vanderbilt is a community of talented and diverse staff & faculty!

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice through:

• Working and growing together as a community of communities... we are One Vanderbilt.
• Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self, while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
• Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

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Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are.  We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

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