HVAC Mechanic

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance (DZCA) is a leader in animal care, wildlife conservation, and education. We are passionate about our commitment to excellence in support of our mission of Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations.

DZCA honors our animals, staff, and guests by conducting ourselves at the highest level of integrity through our Core Actions -- Inspire Awe:
Safety, Care, Connect, and by embracing our Core Values of:
Welcoming, Curious, United, Courageous, and Transformative in all that we do.

The HVAC Mechanic advances Denver Zoo’s mission and goals overseeing the preventative care and maintenance, inspection, repair, and installation of heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) systems and related equipment across the zoo campus.

Our team is made up of passionate and diverse professionals dedicated to providing excellent care for our animals while creating meaningful experiences for our guests. If you're excited to contribute your skills in a collaborative and innovative environment, Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance is the place for you!

Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs complex commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including fabricating parts and components as needed.

Conducts comprehensive inspections of facilities and equipment to identify HVAC needs, diagnose electrical, electronic, and mechanical system failures, and determine appropriate corrective action.

Programs, monitors, adjusts, and updates building automation system controls to optimize HVAC performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort.

Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs steam and hot-water boilers, circulating pumps, vacuum pumps, boiler-feed pumps, and associated auxiliary equipment.

Leads complex HVAC projects and coordinates installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs with internal trades teams and external contractors.

Mentors and supports team members by providing hands‑on technical training, guidance, and instruction on HVAC systems and safe work practices.

Installs, maintains, replaces, troubleshoots, and repairs commercial and industrial refrigeration, air‑conditioning, and related mechanical systems.

Installs, maintains, and repairs forced‑air heating systems, ventilation equipment, and ductwork.

Reads, interprets, prepares, and works from blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and specifications to complete installations and repairs accurately.

Performs and supports maintenance and repair work across multiple skilled trades to address facility needs.

Safely operates, inspects, and maintains tools, machinery, diagnostic instruments, and equipment used across various trades.

Utilizes Facility Dude to manage work orders, document completed work, communicate status updates, and maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.

Develops accurate estimates of the materials, labor, equipment, and time required to complete assigned projects and repairs.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; enrollment in or completion of technical school training in HVACR systems is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as an HVAC Mechanic, preferably in public facility settings such as nonprofit, commercial, or industrial environments, with expertise in HVAC maintenance and repair is preferred. Equivalent combinations of experience lived experience, and/or specialized skills will also be considered.

• Strong working knowledge of basic computer applications and digital control systems, with the ability to monitor building automation systems and respond promptly to system-generated alarms.
• Strong knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and…