HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.

Job Summary

The HVAC Technician supports the operation, maintenance, and basic repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems serving college facilities. This position assists in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and reliable learning environment across all campuses while providing excellent customer service to students, faculty, and staff. The HVAC Technician works under general supervision and develops knowledge of HVAC systems, controls, and campus infrastructure. This position requires flexibility to work; day, swing, or graveyard shifts and respond to campus needs as required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Operate, maintain, and assist in repairing HVAC systems and related components in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.
• Perform routine inspections and make rounds of mechanical and equipment rooms to identify potential issues and ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Assist in servicing, installing, repairing, and replacing HVAC and refrigeration systems, including split systems, packaged units, chillers, and cooling towers.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks on HVAC components such as valves, motors, belts, bearings, filters, and lubrication systems.
• Learn and assist with central heating (steam and/or hot water) and central chilled water plant operations.
• Learn basic building automation system functions (e.g., Metasys, Automated Logic, FX) to monitor system status and make approved adjustments.
• Respond to service calls, work orders, and system failures in a timely and professional manner.
• Complete, update, and close work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), including recording time and materials used.
• Learn the location and function of HVAC equipment, mechanical rooms, and electrical disconnects to ensure safe work practices.
• Submit and complete monthly expense reports.
• Respond to fire alarm systems and be familiar with the fire panels.
• Remove snow as needed to ensure safe passage around buildings during winter weather conditions.
• Complete required college training courses and comply with safety regulations and organizational policies.
• Position requires working day, swing, and graveyard shift at any campus when needed.
• Provide courteous and effective customer service while interacting with the campus community.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Zero (0) Three (3) years of direct, paid, full-time experience in experience in HVAC, building maintenance, or mechanical systems OR Associate degree or Two (2) years post high school and Zero (0) - Three (3) years of experience
• Equivalent combination of education and hands-on training
• Must have a valid driver's license to operate college vehicles.
• Must be able to move 80 pounds.
• Must be able to work from a ladder.
• Position requires working day, swing, and graveyard shifts at any campus when needed.
• Must be HVAC certified or have the ability to become certified within 24 months.
• EPA Section 608 Certification (Type I or Universal) Must obtain within 612 months of hire if not already certified

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Completion of an HVAC trade school program or technical coursework.

Salt Lake Community College is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students' lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment. Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education. Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options. This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.