HVAC Controls & Refrigeration Mechanic IV

HVAC Manager

This position is responsible for serving as the overall manager of the HVAC section of maintenance, including commercial refrigeration, natural gas heating systems, low-pressure steam, hot water boilers, chill water systems, and high and pressure cooling systems.

• Perform preventive maintenance of HVAC/refrigeration systems;
• Maintain overall responsibility for HVAC operations;
• Respond to temperature and environment management issues as they arise;
• Monitor and control EMS campus-wide;
• Track data, facilitate prioritization efforts from EMS reporting;
• Maintain records of supplies, time, and materials expended;
• Issue work assignments;
• Monitor work performance;
• Coordinate with trades and building schedules;
• Coordinate projects involving outside contractors;
• Monitor inventory;
• Submit estimates;
• Handle refrigerants/oil according to EPA standards/safety;
• Maintain and monitor work space and quality controls;
• Support other skilled trades;
• Manage installation of new systems - HVAC/refrigeration;
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and repair chilled water systems;
• Repair and maintain commercial refrigeration systems;
• Replace/repair compressed air systems;
• Repair pneumatic and electronic digital HVAC controls;
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Maintain availability for after-hours call-in, when necessary.

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models;
• Solid working knowledge of energy control systems;
• Ability to interpret blueprint specifications, drawings, and schematics;
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, parents, visitors, vendors, volunteers, and the general public;
• Knowledge of local contacts in trade to aid in problem solving;
• Knowledge of and skills to operate various HVAC/refrigeration testing and repair equipment;
• Ability to install complete HVAC systems ranging from small residential to large commercial;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Knowledge of systems analysis and systems evaluation activities;
• Knowledge of related mechanisms and mechanics involved, including machines and tools used;
• Knowledge of building and construction materials, methods, and tools;
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology;
• Knowledge of computers and electronics involved, including circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer hardware/software, and related applications/programming;
• Dependability, attention to detail, cooperation, analytical thinking, initiative, adaptability/flexibility, and leadership skills.

• High school diploma/equivalent is required;
• Associate's degree in air conditioning and refrigeration or a related field, is preferred;
• Five years of related experience required.

• Current, valid driver's license is required;
• EPA University Refrigerant license is required;
• Journeyman Gas Fitter's license is preferred.

Applicants must upload a resume at the time of application as well as provide contact information for at least three professional references. For questions, please email employment or call , option #2. Selecting an option other than #2 will result in a delayed response.

UNA is an equal opportunity employer. We seek a wide range of applicants for our positions so that our core values will be affirmed.

Staff Benefit Summary - For more details regarding each benefit listed below, please visit the HR website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or click on the links below. The benefits premiums listed below are effective March 1, 2026.

Health Insurance (Download PDF reader)

UNA has a fully-insured group health insurance program with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama, which includes medical, prescription drug, vision, psychiatric, and substance abuse benefits for full-time university employees, and their eligible dependents. The University covers the full individual premium for eligible employees.

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