HVAC Control Technician; HVAC CNTRL TCHN

Job Summary

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

Job

Location:

Davis, CA
Full Time

• Must possess a certificate of completion from a recognized union apprenticeship program, University apprenticeship program, accredited trade school, or have the equivalent experience and training comparable to a journey level craftsperson in HVAC BMS control systems.
• Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• No minimum education required.
• Journey‑level technical experience and knowledge of HVAC systems and their controls (e.g., DDC, electromechanical, electronic, and pneumatic).
• Experience with installation of wiring and programming of VFDs; as well as experience with and knowledge of 1‑phase/3‑phase 120/208/480 and class 2 low‑voltage systems.
• Experience with basic operational modes of steam heating, hot water heating, chilled water building/process cooling systems, direct expansion air conditioners, and chillers.
• Skills to use testing equipment including but not limited to voltmeters, ampmeters, ohmmeters, airflow meters, temperature and humidity recorders, EMS service tools.
• Knowledge and skills in air balance, ability to check and adjust air volumes to maintain proper air changes and pressurization, knowledge of lock‑out/tag‑out procedures, and skills to review and understand technical data, specifications, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and craft terminology.
• Computer skills to retrieve workflow information, job assignments, and material data entry; experience with MS Office; and ability to use computer hardware, software, and firmware to operate, control, schedule, and monitor building systems and utilities as directed.

• Knowledge and skills to apply ladder logic.
• Skills to perform mathematical calculations.

• 35% – Building Temperature Control System
• 25% – Ventilation Troubleshoot
• 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 or Pay Range: $44.12/hr. – $52.72/hr.
• Salary Frequency:
  Bi‑Weekly
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  HVAC CNTRL TCHN
• UC Job Code: 008222
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): M‑F, 8‑5
• Location:
  
  Davis, CA
• Union Representation: K3‑Skilled Trades
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on‑site

• High quality and low‑cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs.
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family.
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave.
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Work Life and Wellness programs and resources.
• On‑site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services.
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles.
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement…