HVAC​/Control Technician

About Us:

At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities.

Pennington Biomedical is located within state‑of‑the‑art research facilities on a 222‑acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Job Posting

Title:

HVAC/Control Technician

Position Type:
Classified

Department: LSUPBRC Admin
- Fac - HVAC (Paul J Lemoine ))

Work Location:

LSU
- Pennington Biomedical

Pay Grade:
Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world‑renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, invites applicants for a classified HVAC/Control Technician position in Facilities. The position is governed by State Civil Service regulations.

• Making Accurate Judgements: assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
• Displaying Expertise: demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject‑matter expertise in diverse and evolving contexts.
• Solving Problems: identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.
• Testing and Troubleshooting: systematically analyze, diagnose, and resolve problems that arise within a system, device, or software.
• Working Safely: maintain a safe work environment by following established safety rules, procedures, and practices.

Two years of experience or training in the installation or maintenance of pneumatic, electrical, or electronic control systems for heating (including boiler), ventilating, or air conditioning systems.

• Performs troubleshooting, maintenance, and basic repairs on HVAC, boiler, chiller, and control systems including control valves, thermostats, pressure switches, flow switches, fire detectors, relays, smoke detectors, and pneumatic control instrumentation.
• Conducts routine inspections and preventive maintenance of boiler and chiller rooms, including blowing down boilers three times per week, identifying leaks or operational issues, maintaining cleanliness of mechanical areas and laydown yard, and performing minor equipment repairs as needed.
• Assists with the maintenance, repair, and installation of building automation and energy management systems, including supporting contractors with Metasys System operations and control valve installations.
• Uses schematics, vendor manuals, and diagnostic tools such as volt‑OHM meters, pressure and temperature gauges, and manometers to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation issues.
• Responds to daily work order requests and participates in an on‑call rotation every 5–6 weeks to provide emergency maintenance and operational support for HVAC and control systems.
• Performs additional maintenance, repair, and operational duties as assigned to support facility and utility operations. Other duties as assigned.

• Appointment Type:
  Probational
• Career Progression:
  This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Work hours are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday
  - Friday. On‑call every 5‑6 weeks.
• Compensation:
  The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The approved hiring range is $21.05-$29.47.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development…