<p>Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.</p> <p>Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.</p> <p>This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.</p> <p>It is the mission of the Facilities Department at Colgate University to create the safest, cleanest, and most comfortable environment that further distinguishes Colgate University as a world-class educational institution. We work hard as part of a unified team, to make everyone who arrives on campus feel welcomed.</p> <p>"One team, one mission"</p> <p>The Facilities Department provides the physical environment, utilities, and facilities support services necessary to promote the educational and research activities of the university. To ensure quality service to our community, we provide strong coordination and communications between multi-functional groups and our customers, with a customer-oriented approach. Training and development of self-directed teams promotes a work environment that encourages employee initiative, engagement and development.</p> <p>The carefully preserved architecture, immaculate grounds, and a hillside setting rank Colgate's campus among the most beautiful in the nation.</p> <p>Accountabilities</p> <p>Under direct supervision of the Director of Facilities Operations the Summer HVAC Tech Intern will:</p> <ul> <li>Assist with the effort on HVAC maintenance and repair. </li><li>Assist in establishing HVAC project budgets and parts ordering. </li><li>Work with HVAC tools to properly diagnose and repair HVAC equipment. </li><li>Assist with the Building Automation operations, to include diagnosing and repairing the </li></ul> <p>BAS system.</p> <ul> <li>Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of chemicals as outlined by University policies and/or the supervisor. </li><li>Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety. </li></ul> <p>Requirements</p> <p>Professional Experience/ Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students on a daily basis. </li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and interact with a wide range of individuals. </li><li>Availability to work overtime as needed. </li></ul> <p>Certifications:</p> <ul> <li>A valid driver's license in accordance with the University's Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy. </li><li>EPA Section 608 - Universal Technician Certification. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications Education</p> <p>This opportunity has been created for current college students enrolled in an HVAC program.</p> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Required to stand for long periods of time. </li><li>Required to lift and carry up 50 pounds, while from time-to-time may be required to </li></ul> <p>assist with lifting objects up to 100 pounds.</p> <ul> <li>Required to work in all types of weather conditions. </li><li>Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner </li></ul> <p>including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of</p> <p>chemicals as outlined by University policies and/or the supervisor.</p> <ul> <li>Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety. </li></ul> <p>Other Information</p>