(Auraria) HVAC Technician II (Pipe/Mechanical Trades II) - Swing Shift

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC Technician II operates, maintains, repairs, installs, and modifies heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) equipment, systems, and controls serving classrooms, offices, laboratories, restrooms, and other spaces throughout the Auraria Higher Education Center. The technician applies journey-level pipe and mechanical trades knowledge to independently troubleshoot HVAC problems, perform preventive maintenance, and monitor, test, and calibrate building automation and control systems. The role helps maintain safe, efficient, and reliable HVACR operations, including low-voltage controls and building automation systems. The technician also participates in emergency response, supports Campus special events as assigned, and assists with snow removal during active weather events. Positions in the HVAC Shop are equal peers; this role has no formal supervisory, work-leader, or lead responsibility for other employees. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The position requires the ability to stand for extended periods and to kneel, stoop, crouch, reach, and grab. It also requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly, and the ability to work in adverse weather during snow removal duties. A valid, unencumbered driver's license is required.

Requirements

Three years of professional HVAC experience demonstrating technical skill in repairing, installing, and servicing commercial HVAC equipment, or a combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship, and/or relevant related experience equivalent to three years.
Maintain a valid, unencumbered driver's license.
Ability to stand for long periods and to kneel, stoop, crouch, reach, and grab while performing job duties.
Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to move objects.
Willingness and ability to work in adverse weather while performing snow removal duties.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, and diagnose HVAC equipment using direct digital controls and portable test equipment.
Independently troubleshoot, repair, or replace HVAC equipment using appropriate tools, parts, and materials.
Maintain a safe, orderly work area and dispose of damaged parts and equipment according to applicable requirements.
Track work orders and document corrective maintenance activities in the TMA Work Order System.
Communicate repair status and related information to customers and report equipment deficiencies to the HVAC Supervisor.
Obtain and review contractor estimates for cost reasonableness when outside services are needed.
Coordinate with, oversee, and assist contractor technicians performing work on Campus.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment and inspect systems for potential operational or maintenance issues.
Use trade knowledge, tools, test equipment, parts, and materials to maintain and restore HVAC equipment performance.
Update equipment records in TMA, document preventive maintenance, and track assigned work orders.
Report maintenance issues to the HVAC Supervisor, prepare supporting documentation, and recommend corrective solutions.
Monitor, adjust, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and install pneumatic, electric, and electronic HVAC controls and related equipment.
Use building automation software to monitor equipment, adjust set points and schedules, and trend system performance.
Estimate labor, materials, and costs for HVAC equipment and control repairs or replacements.
Provide repair and maintenance information to customers and supervisors and maintain accurate records.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors and plan maintenance activities to minimize disruption to customers and Campus operations.
Respond to emergencies to protect health, safety, and Campus property and help minimize damage and service disruptions.
Support Campus special events as assigned and perform essential-service duties, including snow removal during active weather events.