HVAC Mechanic II (UPDATED)

HVAC Mechanic II (UPDATED)

Posting Number
req26258


Department
Facilities Mgmt-Maint Services


Department Website Link
FM Services


Location
Tucson Campus


Address
Tucson, AZ USA


Position Highlights

Please Note: The Preferred Qualifications section has been updated.

The HVAC Mechanic II 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 II must be knowledgeable about industry standards, local codes, and safety regulations.

University Facility Services at the University of Arizona consists of over 700 employees and services over 13 million square feet of campus, keeping the grounds beautiful, classrooms clean and all utilities moving through the campus. TEAMWORK is our strength.

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!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Repair work includes, but is not limited to, preventative maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, overhaul and repair of building systems HVAC and Mechanical equipment.
• Maintain and repair critical, specialized high profile equipment, i.e. decorative fountains and stadium sky box heating and cooling equipment.
• Maintain assigned building systems and equipment and ensure that it is operating efficiently, functioning properly as per design intent and meeting established operational guidelines.
• Troubleshoot, repair and overhaul 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.
• Install, maintain or repair 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 (KSAs):

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and various work station softwares.
• Familiar with the use of hand and power tools, as well as testing and troubleshooting equipment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and educate clients on system usage and maintenance.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• In addition to the education and experience minimum qualifications, Apprenticeship program, technical training experience required.
• Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .

Preferred Qualifications

• HVAC Mechanic experience in a university setting.

FLSA
Non-Exempt


Full Time/Part Time
Full Time


Number of Hours Worked per Week
40


Job FTE
1.0


Work Calendar
Fiscal


Job Category
Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure


Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits


Rate of Pay
$22.77-$28.46


Compensation Type
hourly rate


Grade
6


Compensation 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 represent 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
OC2


Job Family
Skilled Crafts & Trades


Job Function
Facil, Grounds, & Infra


Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)


Number of Vacancies
1


Target Hire Date
7/6/2026


Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates
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Open Date
6/11/2026


Open Until Filled
Yes


Documents Needed to Apply
Resume


Special Instructions to Applicant
Finalist will be asked to provide contact information for three professional references, with at least one of the references being from a supervisor.


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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.Thesereports 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.
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