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Position Overview
The HVAC Technician Position is responsible for providing on‑site monitoring in large buildings that house offices, classrooms, dorms, and labs. The technician installs, monitors, troubleshoots, services, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on refrigeration and air‑conditioning equipment, works with pneumatic and electronic controls, and handles system sizes typically up to 100 tons.
Must operate refrigeration recovery equipment in compliance with EPA guidelines for CFC and HCFC refrigerants and safely operate work‑issued vehicles.
Work Schedule : 7:30 am‑4 pm Monday through Friday. Flexible 4‑day work week options are available (10‑hour days Monday‑Thursday or Tuesday‑Friday).
Facilities Services within KU Operations KU Operations supports the university’s mission by maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment. You will be part of a team that delivers the services which enable teaching, learning, and research.
Benefits
Up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year
96 hours of sick leave per year
9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day
Retirement program
Medical, dental, life and disability insurance
Tuition assistance up to 12 credit hours per year (EDTAS scholarship available)
State of Kansas discounts on a variety of products
Professional development opportunities
Job Description 60% – HVAC Operations
Install, monitor, and troubleshoot refrigeration and air‑conditioning equipment per building design, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
Disassemble, repair, and reassemble air conditioners, growth chambers, cold rooms, refrigerators, and freezers (system sizes up to 100 tons).
Cut, bend, weld, and connect tubing and refrigerant lines.
Check resistance, amperage, and voltages on equipment.
Plan and layout piping systems for HVAC equipment.
Install and maintain electronic and pneumatic controls.
Monitor building systems, maintain operating logs, record gauge readings, and perform equipment calibration and adjustments.
Keep records and maintain an inventory of repair and maintenance parts.
Operate refrigeration recovery equipment per EPA guidelines and handle CGC, HCFC, and AFLC refrigerants.
Complete multiple tasks simultaneously, reach, grasp, lift, carry, and place moderately heavy loads, and operate motor vehicles as needed.
Work with equipment including centrifugal and air‑cooled chillers, VRF systems, gas‑fired heating units, DX cooling makes‑up air units, water‑source heat pumps, hydronic heating/cooling (including geothermal), 2‑pipe and 4‑pipe fan coil units, pneumatic and digital controls, and other HVAC equipment.
30% – Answers Calls
Respond to repair requests on HVAC equipment such as leaks, condensers, and compressors.
Treat condensing water with proper chemicals.
Operate applicable testing equipment.
10% – Lead Worker (Project‑by‑project)
Act as lead worker on projects as occasionally required, complete necessary paperwork and report status to supervisor.
Transport materials, tools, and supplies to work sites and clean tools and sites.
Perform other related work as assigned.
Position Requirements
Reach, grasp, lift, carry, and place moderately heavy loads frequently (up to 50 lb). Perform work above normal height, in confined spaces, and extreme temperatures (hot and cold).
Work overtime and respond to after‑hours emergencies as needed; report to work during inclement weather.
Digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications.
Maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Two (2) years of experience in refrigeration/air‑conditioning installation and repair. A vocational certificate or associate degree in this trade area may substitute one year of experience.
EPA CFC certification for refrigerants.
Valid driver’s license at hire and throughout employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years or more of experience with refrigeration/air‑conditioning units, DX residential and commercial, and small chiller systems up to 100 tons.
Experience working in a college or university setting.
Experience operating HVAC systems in large multi‑storied institutional or residential buildings.
Electrical knowledge and working understanding of the National Electric Code.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Customer‑service experience.
Additional Candidate Instructions Include current contact information (email and phone) and previous work experience with dates of employment. Provide contact information for three references.
Application review will begin Monday, November 3, 2025, and continue until a qualified pool is identified.
Application review begins Monday November 3, 2025. Anticipated start date Monday December 1, 2025.
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Must operate refrigeration recovery equipment in compliance with EPA guidelines for CFC and HCFC refrigerants and safely operate work‑issued vehicles.
Work Schedule : 7:30 am‑4 pm Monday through Friday. Flexible 4‑day work week options are available (10‑hour days Monday‑Thursday or Tuesday‑Friday).
Facilities Services within KU Operations KU Operations supports the university’s mission by maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment. You will be part of a team that delivers the services which enable teaching, learning, and research.
Benefits
Up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year
96 hours of sick leave per year
9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day
Retirement program
Medical, dental, life and disability insurance
Tuition assistance up to 12 credit hours per year (EDTAS scholarship available)
State of Kansas discounts on a variety of products
Professional development opportunities
Job Description 60% – HVAC Operations
Install, monitor, and troubleshoot refrigeration and air‑conditioning equipment per building design, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
Disassemble, repair, and reassemble air conditioners, growth chambers, cold rooms, refrigerators, and freezers (system sizes up to 100 tons).
Cut, bend, weld, and connect tubing and refrigerant lines.
Check resistance, amperage, and voltages on equipment.
Plan and layout piping systems for HVAC equipment.
Install and maintain electronic and pneumatic controls.
Monitor building systems, maintain operating logs, record gauge readings, and perform equipment calibration and adjustments.
Keep records and maintain an inventory of repair and maintenance parts.
Operate refrigeration recovery equipment per EPA guidelines and handle CGC, HCFC, and AFLC refrigerants.
Complete multiple tasks simultaneously, reach, grasp, lift, carry, and place moderately heavy loads, and operate motor vehicles as needed.
Work with equipment including centrifugal and air‑cooled chillers, VRF systems, gas‑fired heating units, DX cooling makes‑up air units, water‑source heat pumps, hydronic heating/cooling (including geothermal), 2‑pipe and 4‑pipe fan coil units, pneumatic and digital controls, and other HVAC equipment.
30% – Answers Calls
Respond to repair requests on HVAC equipment such as leaks, condensers, and compressors.
Treat condensing water with proper chemicals.
Operate applicable testing equipment.
10% – Lead Worker (Project‑by‑project)
Act as lead worker on projects as occasionally required, complete necessary paperwork and report status to supervisor.
Transport materials, tools, and supplies to work sites and clean tools and sites.
Perform other related work as assigned.
Position Requirements
Reach, grasp, lift, carry, and place moderately heavy loads frequently (up to 50 lb). Perform work above normal height, in confined spaces, and extreme temperatures (hot and cold).
Work overtime and respond to after‑hours emergencies as needed; report to work during inclement weather.
Digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications.
Maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Two (2) years of experience in refrigeration/air‑conditioning installation and repair. A vocational certificate or associate degree in this trade area may substitute one year of experience.
EPA CFC certification for refrigerants.
Valid driver’s license at hire and throughout employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) years or more of experience with refrigeration/air‑conditioning units, DX residential and commercial, and small chiller systems up to 100 tons.
Experience working in a college or university setting.
Experience operating HVAC systems in large multi‑storied institutional or residential buildings.
Electrical knowledge and working understanding of the National Electric Code.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Customer‑service experience.
Additional Candidate Instructions Include current contact information (email and phone) and previous work experience with dates of employment. Provide contact information for three references.
Application review will begin Monday, November 3, 2025, and continue until a qualified pool is identified.
Application review begins Monday November 3, 2025. Anticipated start date Monday December 1, 2025.
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