Hvac specialist, facilities services (1851)

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Job Description

To perform journey-level installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; perform related work.

This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Examples of Duties

1. HVAC.
   • Analyzes, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on all HVAC installations, fire and boiler alarm and surveillance control systems (high and low pressure).
   • Defines and implements preventive maintenance programs for motors, steam condensate return traps, pumps, controls, compressors, auxiliary heating and cooling systems, and related devices.
   • Compiles reports for changes to the HVAC system which includes reporting costs, estimating values, and justifying changes.
   • Reviews work of contractors' new and remodel construction for compliance to specifications and compatibility with existing HVAC systems.
   • Maintains air distribution and balance systems and heat exchange equipment.
   • Adds chemicals and analyzes water treatment for chill water and heating systems.
   • Plans and installs auxiliary control systems.
   • Lights off, shuts down, and operates boilers.
   • Prepares system for winter carry-over and cold weather conditions.
   • Calibrates pipe and vent sizes and BTUs required for installations.
   • May design and install sheet metal.
   • Installs/inspects thermostats, and electrical wiring of furnaces, unit heaters, and cooling units.
   • Reviews new designs and concepts of HVAC systems.
   • Operates microprocessor fan control and fire alarm systems.
   • Programs computerized energy management equipment.
2. Miscellaneous.
   • Tests/maintains emergency electrical equipment such as generators and battery-operated lighting.
   • Inspects and maintains specialized items such as clothes washers, dishwashers, coolers, freezers, ice machines, and domestic refrigerators.
   • Runs wire, installs outlet boxes, repairs switches and light fixtures.
   • Repairs broken pipes, fixes leaks, and cleans blocked pipes.
   • Assists other maintenance and crafts staff performing their duties.
   • Responds to emergency call-backs.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:

• Charging, starting, and checking for proper operation of HVAC type equipment and related devices.
• Troubleshooting and repairing digital electronic and pneumatic HVAC control systems.
• Starting, stopping, and troubleshooting chiller operations and chilled water systems.
• Modifying and/or installing natural gas and water piping.
• Operating, maintaining, diagnosing problems, and repairing industrial type HVAC systems and control devices.
• Performing basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and sheet metal work.
• Welding and repairing material and brazing pipe.
• Cutting, brazing and soldering high pressure refrigerant piping.

Specialty Requirements

These positions at ISU require the ability to demonstrate successful completion of both a physical exam, including cardiopulmonary function testing and chest x-ray, and a respirator fit test. These positions at ISU require a valid driver’s license. These positions at ISU respond to emergency call backs.

Additional Information

ISU minimum for this classification is $21.25/hour, commensurate with education and experience. To be considered for this opportunity, apply on or before October 29, 2026. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Note: Thank you for your interest in positions at Idaho State University. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by logging into your profile and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions, please review our frequently asked questions.