Operations Staff (HVAC)

Operations HVAC Technician

The Operations HVAC Technician is a union-represented member of the Operations Department responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC, building automation/controls, and related mechanical systems throughout U.S. Bank Stadium. This position supports safe, reliable, and efficient building operation and event readiness by maintaining temperature, ventilation, humidity, and mechanical system performance before, during, and after events. The technician also supports general facility and event operations as assigned.

U.S. Bank Stadium, owned by the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority, is a multi-purpose stadium located in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota. With over 66,000 seats, this state-of-the-art facility hosts a dynamic range of events, including the Minnesota Vikings, concerts, family shows, college and high school sporting events, conventions, trade and consumer shows, community events, corporate meetings, receptions, private celebrations, and guided tours. Since opening in July 2016, U.S. Bank Stadium has hosted 2,000 events with over 10.3 million guests.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC equipment and related mechanical systems, including air-handling units, fan-coil units, supply and exhaust fans, pumps, motors, variable-frequency drives, coils, heat exchangers, control valves, dampers, and hydronic systems.
• Monitor and operate the building automation system (BAS), including equipment status, alarms, temperatures, humidity, schedules, setpoints, and trends; identify abnormal conditions and initiate corrective action.
• Troubleshoot HVAC controls and components, including sensors, thermostats, actuators, relays, contactors, starters, control valves, dampers, and low-voltage control wiring within the employee's training, qualifications, and union jurisdiction.
• Perform preventive maintenance such as filter changes, belt inspections and replacement, lubrication, coil and drain cleaning, bearing and motor inspections, damper/linkage checks, and collection of operating readings.
• Diagnose and respond to heating, cooling, ventilation, humidity, and occupant comfort issues throughout the stadium; make adjustments or repairs and escalate issues when additional support is required.
• Support event-specific HVAC operations by adjusting approved schedules, setpoints, and operating modes and monitoring building conditions before, during, and after events.
• Perform equipment startups, shutdowns, seasonal changeovers, functional testing, and return-to-service procedures for HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Complete assigned work orders and maintenance logs accurately, documenting inspections, operating readings, deficiencies, repairs, parts/materials used, and required follow-up.
• Coordinate and work with engineers, electricians, contractors, and service vendors during repairs, shutdowns, testing, commissioning, and other mechanical or controls work.
• Maintain HVAC tools, equipment, and parts in safe working condition and communicate needs for critical replacement parts and supplies.
• Follow all applicable safety requirements, including lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment, ladder/lift safety, fall protection, and safe electrical and mechanical work practices.
• Assist with general building maintenance, snow and ice operations, event conversions, and other Operations Department responsibilities when operationally required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Working knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, refrigeration fundamentals, mechanical equipment, and building controls.
• Experience using a BAS/BMS to review graphics, alarms, trends, schedules, and equipment operating conditions.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and sequences of operation.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and the ability to use common HVAC diagnostic tools and test equipment safely.
• Ability to identify equipment deficiencies, determine appropriate corrective action, and communicate when specialized support is required.
• Ability to use computers, mobile devices, and computerized maintenance/work-order systems to document work and review system information.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on stadium operations and the event calendar, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced facility environment with changing priorities.

Minimum Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, apprenticeship, or other formal training in HVAC, refrigeration, building automation/controls, electrical systems, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of hands-on experience with commercial HVAC, building controls, or related mechanical systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification preferred at hire and required before independently performing work that requires refrigerant handling.
• Experience in a stadium, arena, hospital, campus, high-rise, convention center, or other large commercial facility is preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts, aerial lifts, skid-steer loaders, snow-removal equipment, or similar equipment is preferred; required certifications must be obtained and maintained as assigned.

Other Qualifications

• Must be age 18 or older.
• Must maintain a professional, courteous, and service-oriented demeanor and appearance.
• Must maintain applicable licenses, certifications, training, and equipment qualifications required for assigned work.
• This is a union-represented position and is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/down stairs. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Employee may be asked to work at heights.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.