Facility Energy Technician 3

State of Oregon•Portland, OR

About The Position

Facility Energy Technician 3 Oregon Department of Administrative Services Portland, Oregon (NE Portland, Lloyd District) If you’re an experienced HVAC/R professional who enjoys working on large, complex systems, this is your chance to put your skills to work maintaining critical state facilities across the Portland metro area. At DAS, you’ll work on chillers, boilers, data centers, labs, and commercial refrigeration systems that support thousands of employees and the public, all while enjoying stable hours and excellent benefits. What You’ll Do As a Facility Energy Technician 3 , you’ll be the go-to expert for HVAC and refrigeration systems across state-owned and leased buildings in the Portland area. Your work ensures optimal building performance and occupant comfort.

Requirements

Completion of a recognized HVAC/R apprenticeship program or a two-year HVAC/R accredited trade school in heating and air-conditioning or refrigeration AND two years of full-time experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position; OR Four years of full-time experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position; OR An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification (EPA 40 CFR Part 82)
Oregon Restricted Energy Technician License (LEB/LEA) or Limited Maintenance Electrical License (LME)

Nice To Haves

Strong troubleshooting skills for complex HVAC and refrigeration systems.
Ability to work with computerized facility management systems and energy management software.
Solid communication skills and practical math knowledge.
Familiarity with programming languages for system controls.
Team-oriented mindset with leadership ability for mentoring others.
Commitment to safety and compliance with environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on large-scale HVAC systems, including chillers (up to 567 tons), steam boilers (up to 500 HP), pumps, and control valves.
Install, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration systems for data centers, labs, walk-in coolers/freezers, and commercial kitchens.
Maintain and calibrate variable frequency drives, pneumatic and DDC control systems, and programmable logic controllers.
Fabricate and retrofit HVAC ductwork and components; calculate heat loads and airflow requirements.
Oversee and train junior technicians; respond to emergency calls in Portland, Hillsboro, Tigard, and Wilsonville.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.
Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Commuting : Access to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

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