The Heavy-Duty R/A Mechanic performs troubleshooting, inspections, testing, calibration, overhaul, repair, modification, installation, preventive maintenance, and in some cases fabrication on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, air compressor, and refrigeration systems/ equipment and their associated piping and controls systems.

Minimum: Typically requires high school diploma and three years of relevant HVAC experience, with a minimum of one year in HVAC controls; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess CFC certification.

Preferred: Vocational or technical training in HVAC operations or comparable training field; ten years’ experience in general HVAC work; experience in control system computer interface; and experience in an institutional setting utilizing built-up HVAC systems is preferred.

• Applies knowledge of HVAC and related systems to provide temporary or permanent repairs to keep critical equipment operating

• Selects, estimates, and orders necessary tools, equipment, and materials to accomplish repairs and modifications

• Applies thorough knowledge of HVAC and thermodynamic principals in determining and ensuring proper operation of campus HVAC systems

• Applies innovative techniques for troubleshooting and resolving operational problems

• Assists in design reviews of HVAC design specifications and drawings for new and renovated campus buildings and systems, including progress monitoring and inspections and initial checkout

• Provides and maintains operations and maintenance information on such systems

• Performs installation, configuration, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting on campus HVAC pneumatic controls systems

• Assists and trains other employees in becoming proficient in the performance of assigned duties

• Performs other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Knowledge of and experience in pneumatic, electronic, and digital control systems

• Knowledge of principles of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration, with associated control systems

• Knowledge of combustion systems, air and water balancing, thermodynamics, psychometrics, electrical power, air compressors and dryers

• Knowledge of HVAC system operations specifically Air Handlers, VAV's, pumped water systems, boilers, chillers, heat exchangers

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair chillers 40 tons and larger

• Basic electrical repair skills high (up to 480v) and low voltage (24v)

• Electric AC/DC controls troubleshooting skills including reading electrical diagrams

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics, including control schematics and ladder diagrams

• Must excel in troubleshooting of HVAC system problems

Review of applications will begin January 19, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.