HVAC Service Technician

Fort Lewis College • Durango, CO

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC Service Technician works within Fort Lewis College’s Mechanical Systems Maintenance work unit, part of Physical Plant Services. Physical Plant Services supports the College’s educational and public service programs by maintaining and managing campus facilities. The Mechanical Systems Maintenance work unit maintains, repairs, improves, and installs plumbing, heating, refrigeration, and ventilation systems to help create an effective environment for teaching and learning.

The position monitors, operates, maintains, repairs, and installs campus mechanical systems and equipment, including HVAC and refrigeration systems, central heating and cooling plants, building automation systems, and swimming pool equipment. The technician also investigates space-temperature and indoor-air-quality complaints, performs preventive maintenance, handles refrigerants in accordance with EPA regulations, and maintains work-order, labor, and materials records. The role includes administrative tasks, contractor work inspections, occasional assistance with snow removal, special events, emergencies, and other trades.

The starting wage is $30.90 per hour. The job announcement closes November 13, 2026.

Requirements

• Three years of HVAC work experience, or qualifying education or successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program substituted on a year-for-year basis; proof of substitution must be submitted with the application.
• Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training, work orders, email, and accessing safety data sheets.
• Reading, writing, and oral comprehension skills.
• Strong customer-service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Active listening skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing demands.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
• Ability to tolerate noise and vibration and to work in inclement weather.
• Ability to respond appropriately to supervision, follow policies and procedures, and cooperate with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to communicate and work politely, courteously, and cooperatively with internal and external customers, with a commitment to quality service.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have it at the time of application.
• Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check and a post-offer evaluation of lifting abilities.
• Must pass the College insurance agent’s review of the driving record and maintain a driving record meeting the Fort Lewis College Authorized Driver Policy to drive a campus vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate campus mechanical systems, including building HVAC and refrigeration systems, central heating and cooling plants, and the campus swimming pool.
• Install, replace, repair, and maintain boilers, chillers, cooling towers, refrigeration equipment, pumps, fans, air handlers, filters, air compressors, water heaters, furnaces, and other mechanical systems and equipment.
• Monitor, adjust, program, and troubleshoot the campus’s two building automation systems.
• Install, calibrate, and adjust control systems and related sensors, operators, and actuators.
• Investigate complaints about improper space temperatures or indoor air quality and take appropriate corrective action.
• Replace seals, packing, bearings, belts, couplings, and related components.
• Operate and chemically treat cooling towers and central chilled-water plants; winterize cooling towers and return them to operation in the spring.
• Service, repair, and install commercial kitchen equipment, including exhaust hoods, cookers, dishwashers, and gas appliances.
• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems.
• Follow EPA regulations when handling refrigerants and servicing refrigeration equipment, including maintaining accurate usage records.
• Operate and service pool equipment, including pumps and filters, and monitor and adjust chemical treatment in the swimming pool, glycol systems, and cooling towers.
• Use email, timesheet, and data-entry systems, including TMA, and check the TMA scheduler for new work orders throughout the day.
• Prioritize and address unassigned work orders, track labor and materials, close completed work orders daily, and keep work-order information accurate and current.
• Record work results and status in work orders so customers can access information about their requests.
• Order materials and supplies needed for mechanical-system repairs and operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, parts diagrams, and test-and-balance reports.
• Inspect contractor work on campus and observe equipment tests performed by contractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting with snow removal, special-event setup, emergencies, and other trades.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage through State of Colorado employee benefits.
• Retirement options through Colorado PERA, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans, plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee wellness resources.
• Annual and sick leave.
• Paid family and medical leave for eligible employees.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Additional Fort Lewis College benefits and discounts.
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed