HVAC Maintenance Mechanic

Why Work at BYU

At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.

Belonging Statement

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.

Employment Requirements

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.

In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.

HVAC Maintenance Mechanic

What you’ll do in this position:

An HVAC Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for support of auxiliary facilities, on-campus housing, and staff and tenants by providing preventive and corrective maintenance as well as response to service requests.  This would include the maintenance and repair of HVAC systems and associated mechanical, plumbing, and electrical ancillary devices. Provide support for Housing Maintenance Mechanics by assisting in general building repairs and troubleshooting. This role include on-call After Hours

The HVAC Maintenance Mechanic could also include (depending on experience) training, mentoring, and onboarding of new hires. They may work with and coordinate subcontractors, vendors, college departments and building representatives as needed. This position is expected to have advanced troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair skills and knowledge of housing HVAC, general maintenance, and mechanical systems. This position will demonstrate an elevated work ethic, attitude, level of emotional intelligence, and knowledge of campus housing.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
• Have a valid driver’s license for day and night driving.
• 2 - 5 years of experience performing HVAC maintenance tasks for multiple building components and systems, including but not limited to controls, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical.
• HVAC Training Certification, trade school education, or equivalent experience.
• Requires knowledge of and skills to maintain and repair building HVAC components and systems
• Has a valid Utah Drivers' License 
• Must be an independent worker without the need for constant supervision and be able to make decisions alone
• Requires knowledge of and skills to maintain and repair building HVAC components and systems
• Skills to work with numerous computer applications
• Has the ability to manage a parts inventory
• Has excellent interpersonal, communication, organization
• Ability to manage work processes and preventive maintenance scheduling, using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
• This position requires the applicant to pass a physical and lift test. Please see requirements below:

Moderate – Physical effort represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs.) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions

Occasional need to lift panels or equipment in the 20-50 lbs. range.  Rare occasions may require assistance in lifting or manipulation of items heavier than 50 lbs. including the use of a large auger on occasion.

Preferred

• 5- 10 years of experience performing HVAC maintenance tasks for multiple building components and systems, including but not limited to controls, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and refrigerant certified.
• 2 - 4years of technical training in a related field
• Ability to manage work processes and preventive maintenance scheduling, using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Plumbing license 
• Electrical license 
• Contractor’s license

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Generous vacation and sick time, plus 13 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Access to athletic facilities
• Excellent medical/dental benefits
• Short/long term disability benefits
• Paid parental and maternity leave
• Wellness program
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Typical Starting Pay:

$28.50 to $41.75 /hourly

$59,500 to $87,000 annually

The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.

**If the job has a post-end date, the last day to apply is the day before. If the job doesn’t have a post-end date, the job could close at any time on any day**