HVAC Mechanic II

HVAC Mechanic IIPosting Number - req26839Location - Tucson CampusAddress - Tucson, AZ USAPosition Highlights - The HVAC Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. This role involves diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring systems operate efficiently and safely. The HVAC Mechanic must be knowledgeable about industry standards, local codes, and safety regulations. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.Duties & Responsibilities - Repair work includes, but is not limited to, preventative maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, overhaul and repair of non-refrigerant components of building systems HVAC and Mechanical equipment. Maintains and repairs critical, specialized high-profile equipment, i.e. decorative fountains and non-refrigerated components of the stadium sky box heating and cooling equipment. Maintains assigned building systems and equipment and ensures that it is operating efficiently, functioning properly as per design intent and meeting established operational guidelines. Troubleshoots, repairs and overhauls equipment such as air handlers, exhaust fans, pumps, evaporative coolers, cooling towers, air compressors, vacuum pumps, bearings, electric motors, and other environmental changing devices and other mechanical equipment or electrical components. Installs, maintains or repairs air handlers, fan coils, exhaust fans, air compressors, pumps, vacuum pumps, evaporative coolers, belts, bearings, sheaves, and other ventilation and air conditioning equipment.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and various workstation software. Familiar with hand and power tools and with testing and troubleshooting equipment. Excellent communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Providing excellent customer service and educating clients on system usage and maintenance.Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.Minimum Qualifications - High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required. Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience is required, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, apprenticeship training, and relevant experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.Preferred Qualifications - HVAC Mechanic experience in a university setting.FLSA - Non-ExemptFull Time/Part Time - Full TimeNumber of Hours Worked per Week - 40Job FTE - 1.0Work Calendar - FiscalJob Category - Facilities, Grounds and InfrastructureBenefits Eligible - Yes - Full BenefitsRate of Pay - $22.77 - $28.46Compensation Type - hourly rateGrade - 6Compensation Guidance - The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represents a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.Career Stream and Level - OC2Job Family - Skilled Crafts & TradesJob Function - Facil, Grounds, & InfraType of criminal background check required: - Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)Number of Vacancies - 1Contact Information for Candidates - View email address on click.appcast.io Date - 8/19/2026Open Until Filled - YesDocuments Needed to Apply - ResumeSpecial Instructions to ApplicantNotice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report - In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at View email address on click.appcast.io.