HVAC Control Technician; HVAC CNTRL TCHN

Job Summary

Under general direction of the Supervisor, provide technical skills and labor to operate, maintain, install and troubleshoot heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) control systems. Provide journey‑level programming knowledge to interface with the existing HVAC control systems (Siemens, Johnson, ALC).

1/16/2026 at 11:59pm

• Certificate of completion from a recognized union apprenticeship program, University apprenticeship program, accredited trade school or equivalent experience comparable to a journey‑level HVAC BMS control systems craftsperson.
• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record; or enrollment in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• No minimum education required.
• Journey‑level technical experience and knowledge of HVAC systems and controls (e.g., DDC, electromechanical, electronic, pneumatic).
• Installation and programming of VFDs; experience with 1‑phase/3‑phase 120/208/480 and class‑2 low voltage systems.
• Experience with steam, hot water, chilled‑water, direct‑expansion air conditioning and chiller systems.
• Proficiency with testing equipment: voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, airflow meters, temperature and humidity recorders, EMS service tools.
• Air‑balance skills, knowledge of lock‑out/tag‑out procedures, and ability to read technical data, specifications, blueprints, schematics.
• Computer skills: workflow data entry, MS Office, and use of control system software/firmware.

• Knowledge of ladder logic programming.
• Mathematical calculation skills.

• 35% Building Temperature Control System
• 25% Ventilation Troubleshooting
• 20% Operations of Digital Controls on Computers
• 15% Commissioning and Preventative Maintenance
• 5% Perform Other Tasks as Assigned

The FM Energy Conservation Office is a newly created team charged with maintaining, expanding and coordinating energy conservation efforts on campus.

• Salary: $44.12/hr – $52.72/hr.
• Frequency:
  Bi‑Weekly
• Grade: STEPS
• Job Title:
  
  HVAC CONTROL TECHNICIAN
• Job Code: 008222
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff – Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift: M‑F, 8‑5
• Location:
  
  Davis, CA
• Union Representation: K3‑Skilled Trades
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• Position is 100% on‑site.

Outstanding benefits and perks are offered. Please review the Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees or UC Davis Health Employees for eligibility and details.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid holidays, PTO, and sick leave.
• Continuing Education allowance.
• Professional development programs.
• Work‑Life and Wellness programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Supplemental insurance options.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Retirement benefits (pension and other plans).

• Standing, walking, sitting continuous 6‑8+ hours.
• Lifting 0‑25 lbs continuous; 26‑50 lbs frequent; over 50 lbs occasional.
• Pushing/pulling 0‑25 lbs continuous; 26‑50 lbs frequent; over 50 lbs occasional.
• Bending/stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, climbing frequent.
• Reaching overhead occasional.
• Keyboard use frequent.

• Chemicals, dust, gases, fumes frequent.
• Loud noise frequent.
• Humidity or temperature changes frequent.
• Radiation occasional.
• Operating vehicles or equipment frequent.
• Extreme temperatures occasional.
• Uneven surfaces frequent.

• Sustained attention and concentration frequent.
• Complex problem solving frequent.
• Organization and prioritization frequent.
• Communication continuous.
• Numerical skills continuous.
• Constant interaction continuous.
• Customer/contact occasional.
• Multiple concurrent tasks continuous.

UC Davis is a smoke‑free campus. This position may require working with hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases. The employee may be required for rapid‑response on‑call duties. Medical surveillance, pre‑placement medical exam, and safety compliance are required.

• Background check, drug screening, medical evaluation, functional capacity assessment, misconduct disclosure requirement.

UC Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t match every listed requirement. #You Belong Here