Job Description

Position Summary:

This is an HVAC Technician position with advanced BAS systems knowledge. This position will troubleshoot HVAC Mechanical systems and have the ability to utilize controls systems to aid in this effort. This position is a fully functioning journey level HVAC and Controls Technician, which is responsible for troubleshooting, installation, monitoring, repair, and service for the following systems: HVAC and Building Automation Systems (BAS) and all related hardware, software, and automated alarms, boilers, chillers, and HVAC equipment, and associated mechanical components. Troubleshoots, monitors, repairs, and services a variety of HVAC/R equipment including programing, calibrating, testing, monitoring and adjusting system parameters for efficient operation.

Full Consideration Date:

This posting will remain open until filled. 

Housing & Dining Services:

Please visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/ to learn about joining Housing & Dining Services (HDS) as one of the largest departments on campus and is responsible for the management, finance, administration, and program development of all University housing facilities, including residence halls, university apartments, and Mountain Campus.

Essential Job Duties:

• Troubleshoot HVAC and controls systems.
• Make repairs to HVAC equipment and control systems.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC and refrigeration equipment including large/small HVAC supply and return air handling units, energy recovery ventilators, exhaust fans, unit heaters, fan coil units, hydronic pumps, air compressors, control air dehydration and filtering systems, forced air heating/cooling units, boilers, chillers, piping systems, other mechanical devices and related electronic interfaces.
• Install, maintain, program, repair, and trouble-shoot a variety of Building Automation Controls and other specialized equipment for electronic monitoring, network communication, measuring and overall operation of building automation system controllers, extension modules, network automation engines and a variety of different types of controls hardware across multiple operating system platforms from different manufactures and protocols.
• Identify the appropriate parts that need to be ordered for timely repairs.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Minimum Required Degree:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience and/or Skills:

• Five-years of experience as an HVAC and Controls Technician.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced BAS and HVAC experience. 
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting High Efficiency Boilers.
• Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting Chillers.
• Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting Rooftop Heating and Cooling units.
• Experience maintaining, programming, repairing, and trouble-shooting a variety of HVAC and Building Automation Control systems including the end devices it controls.  
• Ability to utilize computer and cell phones to manage work orders and communicate with team.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with customers, peers, supervisors, management, contractors and partners.
• Customer service oriented.

Application Instructions: 

To apply, please upload a cover letter and resume that clearly outline your work experience, education, certifications, and any other relevant information demonstrating how your qualifications align with the required and preferred qualifications listed in the posting. Because the application system does not provide a separate cover letter upload field, both documents must be uploaded under the section labeled "Resume." Multiple document uploads are accepted, and applicants may upload their cover letter and resume as separate files.

Salary Range

$75,000 - $85,000

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.