HVAC Technicians

Job Summary

Looking for 3 positions from entry level to more experienced HVAC technicians to join our utilities team taking care of our main cooling plants and smaller remote cooling plants. Training and growth opportunities abound. As part of our utilities team you will be helping to keep our entire campus cooled year‑round working on small units to units as large as 2,000 tons.

Additionally, you will learn how to perform simple to advanced maintenance and how to utilize our Building Automation System for operation and troubleshooting of our many systems.

As a member of the Facilities Management team, you will enjoy working in a stable Higher Education environment with plenty of opportunities to apply what you know while learning new skills. Do you have excellent customer service and problem‑solving skills? Would you like to be challenged to take individual initiative in an environment that rewards your efforts with career growth opportunities?

Many of the roles on the University of Utah's Facilities Management Team are casual dress, tools are provided, and you'll be working on resolving issues with experienced and knowledgeable team members who will help you build on the skills you bring to the team. This position offers health and vacation, and retirement benefits. Apply today!

Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu

Install and repair facility heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Perform efficiency tests on HVAC equipment to ensure optimal function. Make recommendations for organization in order to improve efficiency or operation. Assist in the design of new facility's plumbing systems. Ensure all HVAC systems are in compliance with local or national regulatory requirements. May require certification in use of refrigerants.

Completes routine tasks under moderate supervision. Requires at least 1 year of related experience. This is an Intermediate Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S22682 Grade: S17

Install and repair facility heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Perform efficiency tests on HVAC equipment to ensure optimal function. Make recommendations for organization in order to improve efficiency or operation. Assist in the design of new facility's plumbing systems. Ensure all HVAC systems are in compliance with local or national regulatory requirements. May require certification in use of refrigerants.

Completes assignments with little supervision. May assist less‑experienced team members. Requires 3+ years of related experience. This is a Skilled Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S22683 Grade: S19

Install and repair facility heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Perform efficiency tests on HVAC equipment to ensure optimal function. Make recommendations for organization in order to improve efficiency or operation. Assist in the design of new facility's plumbing systems. Ensure all HVAC systems are in compliance with local or national regulatory requirements. May require certification in use of refrigerants.

Highest‑level support. Performs advanced tasks under minimal supervision. May mentor less‑experienced team members. Requires 5+ years of related experience. This is a Highly Skilled Level position in the Support track. Job Code: S22684 Grade: S20

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

• HVAC Technician, II:
  Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• HVAC Technician, III:
  Requires 3+ years of related experience.
• HVAC Technician, IV:
  Requires 5+ years of related experience.

• Having an EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification is a plus
• Experience on water‑cooled chillers is a plus
• Experience with cooling towers is a plus
• Experience with computer‑based controls and troubleshooting is a plus
• Experience with chemistry control of both closed and open hydronic systems is a plus
• Must have a valid driver's license

Requisition Number: PRN
43597B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Work Schedule

Summary:

Standard Monday – Friday schedule 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Will be in an on‑call rotation for nights and weekends for two weeks at a time a few times a year for emergencies.

Department: 01743 – Technical Resources

Location:

Campus

Pay Rate Range: $16.00 – $31.00

Close Date: 2/25/2026

Open Until Filled