HVAC Engineer

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Full Time Manual Labor Denver, CO, US

7 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

The application window for this position has an anticipated end date of 09/08/2026.

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non-profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, music, and innovative, immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 employed team members in non-union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). In addition, we employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually. We have a strong volunteer program which includes more than 300 volunteers.

For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti-racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience and programming — has never been more present.

We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our Team.

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, this position’s primary function is to ensure that all HVAC equipment is running efficiently across the DCPA facilities. This includes all pumps, AHUs, VAV’s, FCUs, heat exchangers, low pressure steam, hot water systems, chilled water loops, heat exchangers, domestic water, BAS. This position takes the lead role in HVAC and lighting controls and equipment with dedicated attention to energy monitoring and improvements.

Secondary responsibilities include providing operation of fire systems, lighting, electrical systems, plumbing and other duties as assigned. This position will have direct responsibilities for all DCPA facilities, including the Helen Bonfils Theater Complex, Robert & Judy Newman Center for Theatre Education, and the company owned units at Brooks Tower.

• Oversee Building Automation System operation and responsible for increasing efficiency.
• Resolve issues with BAS to include making minor changes, troubleshooting, creating trends and minor repairs and calibrations.
• Preventative maintenance as assigned.
• Work in partnership with control’s vendor on resolving issues.
• Resolve issues with HVAC equipment through trouble shooting and repair.
• Make strategic recommendations for upgrades of equipment or changes in programming. This includes capital planning and lifecycle asset management.
• Make recommendations for increased energy efficiency.
• Assist vendors in code compliant testing of fire systems, elevators and electrical systems.
• Assist in training of BAS to other engineers.
• Assist other engineers as needed.
• Work events as needed this may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• This position is required to participate in the on-call rotation schedule.
• Provide leadership and project support regarding HVAC systems and contractors.
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter.
• Have working knowledge vendor relationships for facilities.
• Be an advising partner on capital improvement and renovation projects.
• Construction project consulting and system turnover.
• Developing and document standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Building automation systems (BAS) and energy management systems (EMS)
• Direct digital controls (DDC) troubleshooting and programming
• Variable frequency drives (VFDs)
• Air balancing and indoor air quality (IAQ) programs
• Preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Commissioning and retro-commissioning of HVAC systems
• Electrical troubleshooting, motors, and control circuits
• Other…