HVAC Technician

The Division of Facilities at Kansas State University is actively seeking an HVAC Technician. This position ensures the efficient operation of campus-wide heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC-R) systems through advanced ...

  • 518577
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Fac Building Maintenance
  • Staff Full Time (USS)
  • Opening on: Nov 22 2024
  • On-site

About This Role

The HVAC Technician ensures the efficient operation of campus-wide heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVAC-R) systems through advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. Key responsibilities include:

  • System Maintenance and Repairs

    • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on industrial chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, and associated systems.
    • Maintain and upgrade electronic, pneumatic, and temperature/pressure control systems.
  • Energy Management

    • Operate and optimize energy management systems, adjusting controls and upgrading outdated components.
  • Specialized Equipment Support

    • Diagnose and repair HVAC-R components in scientific and commercial systems, including growth chambers, ultra-low freezers, and ammonia refrigeration.
  • HVAC Operations 

    • Maintain central HVAC systems, fume hoods, and building air balance.
    • Troubleshoot advanced controls, variable frequency drives, and electrical/plumbing issues.
  • General Support

    • Perform additional duties as assigned, ensuring compliance with safety standards and building codes.

About Us

The Division of Facilities is an action-oriented service organization within the K-State family. We plan, budget, build, operate, maintain, clean, supply and transport. We are custodians, landscapers, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, mechanics, project managers, engineers, architects, accountants, and administrative professionals — all stewards and leaders of an inspiring campus shared by many.

We wholeheartedly embrace the K-State traditions of excellence, integrity and professionalism, and we are enthusiastic champions of K-State's visionary goal to become a Top 50 Public Research University by 2025

Worksite Option

This position is on-site

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Two years of relevant experience
  • Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two years of experience in refrigeration-Air/conditioning repair work.
  • Prefer four years of experience in refrigeration and air conditioning work including two at the journey level.
  • Prefer journey level experience in electronic control service and repair. Prefer journey level experience in heating systems including electric, gas fired, heat pump, steam, and hot water.

Other Requirements:

  • Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Valid EPA Refrigerant Recovery Certificate with a universal rating.
  • Medical certification for respirator use within probationary period.  Maintain medical certification for respirator annually.
  • Daily: All types of HVAC equipment, state vehicles, EMS computer software, Electrical meters, AIMS computer software, electrical safety equipment, oxygen-acetylene torches, vacuum pumps, refrigerant recovery equipment, and refrigeration gauges.
  • Subject to on-call, standby and inclement weather response. This position is essential.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • Application and/or resume

Screening of Applications Begins

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$20.30 - $31.45 per hour

 

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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