HVAC Control Technician

Department Summary

The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department's primary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity for student-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is the steadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helping them to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in their chosen sport. The department has approximately 250 administrative & classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectators annually and represents the University of Oregon in athletic competition with other universities & colleges.

Position Summary

The HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) Control Technician uses knowledge of air conditioning principles, HVAC equipment, and pneumatic and electrical/electronic/DDC controls to perform skilled work. This position performs “hands on” preventative maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting. Work performed includes, but is not limited to, replacing broken or worn parts, evaluating replacement alternatives, equipment set-ups, equipment alignment/calibration and maintaining appropriate state licenses. Equipment includes but is not limited to industrial/commercial/domestic HVAC and refrigeration equipment, motors, audio visual equipment, scoreboards, lighting systems, pumps, compressors, boilers, card access systems, building alarm and DDC control systems.

This position will provide event support for athletic and non-athletic activities/events. Event Support will include scheduling building automation equipment and repairing equipment, in addition to miscellaneous tasks required during the course of an event. The HVAC control technician shift is typically Sunday thru Thursday.

The purpose of this job is to maintain the Athletic Facilities Systems Equipment and support large Athletic Events. The Athletic Facilities Department believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope but not limit the incumbent nor the department to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors. This position assists in creating a work environment that emphasizes customer service, teamwork and the protection/preservation of the department’s physical assets.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school (two year program) in heating and air-conditioning and two years of full-time experience installing, altering, calibrating, repairing, and maintaining HVAC control systems and performing corrective and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Note, two additional years of qualifying experience may be substituted for the two years of education. For example, four years of full-time qualifying experience will meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally.
• Candidates with experience serving the needs of diverse populations are strongly desired.

Preferred Qualifications

• A current State of Oregon Limited Energy Technician Class B License.
• Experience with Siemens Building Automation Software.
• Experience with Daikin Heat pumps.
• Experience with Variable Refrigerant Flow heat pumps.
• Completion of an approved Industrial HVAC mechanic apprenticeship.
• HVAC certificate or associate's degree program.
• CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) experience.

Pay

$27.44 - $42.00 per hour

Schedule

Typically Sunday thru Thursday

Benefits

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.