HVAC Technician - Wittenberg University

In surveying the grounds of what is now Wittenberg University, the Rev. Ezra Keller, the college's first president and founder, remarked: "This is a lovely spot for a literary institution." Today, that lovely spot encompasses more than 100 acres of rolling hills and hollows in southwestern Ohio, with architecturally distinctive structures that embrace Wittenberg's past and provide a beautiful backdrop to the teaching excellence and Lutheran-affiliated learning environment that has defined Wittenberg University since its founding in 1845.

Nationally recognized for accessible professors,engaging classroom experiences, service opportunities, and valued athletics traditions,Wittenberg is home to 1,200 students, 30 majors, 3 graduate programs, a wealth of pre-professional and cooperative programs, and 25 varsity sports.

Wittenberg University is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive employee benefits package that attracts and retains talent to further the university's mission and contributes to the personal and financial well-being of employees and their families. From healthcare to our tuition benefit to vacation and holidays, our goal is to help our employees enjoy happy and healthy lifestyles, while maintaining a good work-life balance.

Wittenberg University is accepting applications for the position of HVAC Technician in Facilities Management.

Responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and reliable operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and related building environmental systems throughout the University. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment serving academic, administrative, residential, athletic, laboratory, and auxiliary facilities.

This position ensures the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of HVAC systems by responding to service requests, diagnosing equipment issues, performing repairs, and supporting energy-efficient building operations. Participates in emergency response activities, supports campus operations during critical system failures, and contributes to a safe, comfortable, and productive campus environment

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Monitor HVAC system performance and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce energy consumption.
• Assist with seasonal startup, shutdown, and recommissioning of HVAC systems and associated equipment.
• Support energy conservation initiatives and sustainability efforts through proper system operation and maintenance.
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service commercial, residential, and institutional HVAC systems and equipment.
• Diagnose heating, cooling, ventilation, and air-distribution problems using appropriate testing equipment and diagnostic procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including inspections, cleaning, lubrication, filter replacement, belt adjustments, and component testing.
• Repair and replace HVAC components such as motors, belts, bearings, pumps, valves, compressors, contractors, capacitors, thermostats, sensors, dampers, and controls.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical components associated with HVAC equipment.
• Service and maintain air-handling units, rooftop units, split systems, heat pumps, chillers, boilers, exhaust systems, pumps, and related equipment, as assigned.
• Respond to HVAC work orders and service calls in a timely manner and prioritize emergencies and building-critical issues.
• Monitor equipment operation and identify conditions that may lead to equipment failure or reduced system performance.
• Perform system adjustments and operational checks to improve equipment reliability, occupant comfort, and energy…