Journeyman HVAC-R Technician

Eastern Kentucky University; Richmond; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Kentucky University seeks a Journeyman HVAC-R Technician to install, maintain, and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment at the Richmond Campus. The role requires a Kentucky Journeyman HVAC license and EPA Refrigeration Certification, with 40 hours per week and on-call overtime.

Education of a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of related experience are required. The position is non-exempt and eligible for institutional benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Installs refrigeration equipment.
• Maintains refrigeration equipment.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory and/or policy requirements.

Job description

Title: Journeyman HVAC-R Technician

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 02R003 - Facilities Management

Division: 4R3000 - Campus Operations

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (40 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 40

Additional Schedule Details: On call and overtime hours

Posted Salary Grade: Non-Exempt - 43

Retirement: KERS

Contact Person: Eddy Cress

Job Summary/Basic Functions

A Journeyman HVAC-R Technician installs, maintains, and repairs all HVAC and Refrigeration equipment in accordance with established procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: Three years of previous and directly related experience required

Licensure & Certifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Kentucky Journeyman's HVAC License.
• EPA Refrigeration Certification

Job Duties

• 40% - Installs refrigeration equipment - (Essential)
• 40% - Maintains refrigeration equipment - (Essential)
• 10% - Ensures compliance with all regulatory and/or policy requirements - (Essential)

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source

Institutional

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Advertised

03 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time