(Auraria) HVAC Technician II (Pipe/Mechanical Trades II) - Day 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 throughout the Auraria Higher Education Center. The position applies journey-level pipe and mechanical trades knowledge to independently troubleshoot and correct HVAC problems, perform preventive maintenance, and monitor, test, and calibrate building automation and control systems. The technician also supports emergency response and Campus snow removal operations during active weather events. HVAC Technician II positions function as equal peers and have no formal supervisory, work-leader, or lead responsibilities. The work supports classrooms, offices, laboratories, restrooms, and other Campus spaces, maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable HVACR operations. The position uses the TMA Work Order System to track work and document maintenance, and building automation software to monitor equipment, adjust set points and schedules, and trend system performance. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

At least three years of professional HVAC experience demonstrating technical skill in repairing, installing, and servicing commercial HVAC equipment; alternatively, a combination of related education, a formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant related-occupation experience equal to three years.
Maintain a valid, unencumbered driver's license; provide a motor vehicle report if offered employment.
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, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 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 and orderly work area and dispose of damaged parts and equipment according to applicable requirements.
Track work orders in the TMA Work Order System and document corrective maintenance activities; communicate repair status 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 working on Campus.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspect HVAC systems and related equipment to identify potential 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, track assigned work orders, and report issues with supporting documentation and recommended corrective solutions.
Monitor, adjust, and calibrate pneumatic, electric, and electronic HVAC controls to ensure they operate within design standards.
Troubleshoot, repair, and replace malfunctioning controls and install HVAC control systems 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; maintain accurate records and provide repair and maintenance information to customers and supervisors.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors and plan maintenance activities to minimize disruption to customers and Campus operations.
Respond promptly to emergencies to protect health, safety, Campus property, and equipment and to minimize damage and service disruptions.
Support Campus special events as assigned and perform additional essential-service duties, including snow removal during active weather events.