CENTRAL PLANT REPAIRER

Central Plant Repairer
The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Job Summary:
To assist with the basic maintenance, repair, and upkeep of central plant equipment and systems that support campus heating, cooling, and utilities.
 

Key Duties & Responsibilities: 
1.    Performs routine operations and preventive maintenance on chillers, refrigeration units, 
plumbing components, and related equipment; assists with repairs, modifications, and 
installations of associated controls and devices, including sensors, switches, meters, relays, 
and thermostats.
2.    Assists skilled trades in performing routine operations and preventive maintenance on 
chillers, refrigeration units, and related equipment. Tasks may include inspecting motor 
windings, testing amperage draws, changing oil, lubricating motors and pumps, pressure 
testing systems, and inspecting or replacing gears, bearings, and fasteners. May help 
prepare equipment for annual inspections, clean and recondition components such as 
purge drums and cooling tower louvers, and perform housekeeping duties in the Central 
Plant. Also monitors and maintains refrigerant, oil, and lubricants, and records equipment 
performance and inspection results.
3.    Performs other duties as assigned.
 

Hourly Pay Range: $19.80 - $25.75
 

High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of related experience required. 

Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current guidelines include possession of a valid driver's license issued in the United States, at least 21 years of age and at least 3 years of driving experience. Must maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
 

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.