Job Description

Job Category: Facilities & Maintenance
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This competition will be used to fill two positions.
This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a .
Location - This is an in-person role with potential work locations at one or more of the following UofA sites: North Campus (Edmonton), Campus Saint-Jean (Edmonton), and South Campus (Edmonton).
Position Summary
The HVAC Filter Technician monitors and maintains the filters within air distribution systems on campus. This Technician ensures that air quality standards are met and that related HVAC systems remain in safe working order.
Responsibilities:

• Conduct scheduled visual inspections of air filters in various laboratory, teaching, office and mechanical room areas.
• Following all University safety policies and procedures, remove and safely dispose of dirty filters and replace with appropriate filter media.
• Following all University Safety policies and procedures clean heating and cooling coils using water, steam or other applications.
• Lubricate damper sections and clean air handling unit intakes, and plenums.
• Using the Building Automation System (BAS) monitor differential pressure readings to determine life expectancy of air filters and forecast upcoming replacements.
• Maintain appropriate filter inventory on campus.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Valid class 5 divers license and qualify for institutional driving privileges
• NCT level 1 National Air Filtration Association certification is an asset

Application Instructions
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About Us:
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Metis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms-physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Metis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L'Universite de l'Alberta s'engage a creer une communaute universitaire ou chaque personne se sent valorisee, ou les obstacles a la reussite sont elimines et ou des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se developper. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiees. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premieres nations, Metis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapees; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identite et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer a la diversification des idees et a l'universite a postuler.
About the Team: The team supports the University of Alberta through a range of essential services and works for operating, maintaining and renewing infrastructure across our campuses.

Skills Required