Facilities Maintenance II - HVAC

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University is seeking a Facilities Maintenance II - HVAC to maintain and troubleshoot HVAC systems across university facilities. You’ll use building automation to improve energy efficiency and may lead teams on projects.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, inspections, and safety compliance, with the ability to read schematics and coordinate with other trades as needed.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience in building maintenance.
• Certificate from an advanced one year technical/vocational air conditioning and heating program, and two years of full-time experience in skilled commercial/industrial heating and air conditioning; OR a high school diploma or equivalent, and three years of full-time experience in skilled commercial/industrial heating and air conditioning.
• Must be familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures in building maintenance trade and safety.
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend common vocabulary; read blueprints or schematics if needed.
• Pre-employment physical examination required; annual may be required.
• Must have valid U.S. driver’s license for at least one year.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC systems in university buildings.
• Lead and direct project teams when needed.
• Perform day-to-day inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Work with building automation systems to optimize energy efficiency.
• Follow safety procedures and keep accurate maintenance records.

Education

High school diploma/vocational school or equivalent

HVAC certificate from advanced one-year program

Tools

Core 4 operator license/certification

Universal Certification in Refrigerant Transition and Recovery

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Work shift is Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

EEO Statement

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Facilities Maintenance II - HVAC

Job Category:

Job Category: Classified (non-exempt)

Department

Department Facilities Operations

EEO number:

EEO number: 26C400

Position FTE

100% FTE

Minimum Hourly Rate

Minimum Hourly Rate $27.41/hr

Salary Band:

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Under general supervision, the primary focus of the job involves HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) duties, including maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of HVAC systems in University-owned or leased buildings and facilities. This position utilizes the building automation system to troubleshoot and maintain HVAC systems for optimal energy efficiency. Individuals in this classification may also lead and direct teams on projects. Additionally, the role encompasses tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance, and general upkeep of these buildings and facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma/vocational school or equivalent. Five years of full-time experience in building maintenance.
• A certificate from an advanced one year technical/vocational air conditioning and heating program, and two years of full-time experience in skilled commercial/industrial heating and air conditioning; OR a high school diploma or equivalent, and three years of full-time experience in skilled commercial/industrial heating and air conditioning is required.
• Must be familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures; maintenance, electrical, plumbing, carpentry or HVAC . Knowledge of standard practices, materials and tools and knowledge of occupational hazards involved and safety precautions necessary for the building maintenance trade are required.
• Must be able to calculate basic math, including fractions, decimals and percentages. Must be able to read, write and comprehend common vocabulary. May be required to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts and/or templates.
• A pre-employment physical examination will be required before original appointment. An annual physical exam may be required.
• Must currently have possessed a valid U.S. driver’s license for at least one year.

Preferred Qualifications

Essential Functions and percent of time:

Specialized 80%

• Installs, maintains and operates components and equipment such as compressors, condensers, centrifugal refrigeration machines, heat pumps, evaporators, fans, pumps, tubing, valves, ducts, mechanical, pneumatic, air handlers, cooling towers, electronic and electrical controls of environmental heating and cooling systems.
• Troubleshoots and assesses mechanical problems/deficiencies to determine and complete necessary repairs and/or replacements to maximize system efficiencies.
• Reviews scope of mechanical repairs and modifications needed after testing and troubleshooting refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, ventilation and related control systems and equipment, then completes the repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance on system components for detection of scale and corrosion. Disassembles, cleans and reassembles moisture, oil and sedimentation traps, filters and strainer assemblies. Removes and replaces cartridge and filter elements.
• Performs periodic inspections of installed equipment, accessories and components to assure safety and proper assembly of installed equipment and serviceable conditions.
• Initiates corrective action when discrepancies are discovered and complies with technical procedures and codes.
• Checks, adjusts and maintains heating coils in air handling systems including auxiliary equipment in the piping systems connected to these coils.

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont’d):

Generalist 20%

• Repairing, installing, and maintaining various building systems and equipment, including electrical, roofing, flooring, plumbing, furniture, and office equipment.
• Responsibilities also include managing inventory, moving furniture, operating machinery for loading/unloading, and ensuring equipment and supplies are well-maintained.
• Assist with minor construction projects, HVAC repairs, and performing daily inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Role also involves planning, designing, estimating projects, and coordinating with other workers as needed.
• Training and instructing other maintenance staff is also part of the job, along with ordering and maintaining supplies.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and establish good working relationships.
• Utilization of technology such as iPads for reporting and accessing schematics is also required.

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

Conditions may require walking, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, heavy lifting (less than or equal to 65 pounds), high climbing, bending, working in awkward positions handling equipment and materials. There are conditions, equipment and materials present which require proper handling to ensure safety. Exposure to toxic gas, chemicals, high pressure gases, dangerous machinery, fumes and contact with insulation, dust particles and asbestos, and danger of electrical shock may exist. Includes some heavy lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time. Any combination of overtime, shift work, weekend and holiday work may be required. Employees will be required to wear protective clothing and/or respiratory equipment when conditions warrant. Note: If a respirator is required for duties specific to this job, an annual respirator fit test and physical examination will be required.

A Core 4 operator license/certification (Forklift Operator – Aerial Lift – Scissor Lift – Boom Lift – Rough Terrain Fork Lift) is required as part of your employment at the University. The University will provide the certification/training. Failure to obtain said license/certification when provided by the University shall result in separation from the University. In the case of promotion when the license/certification should have been obtained within one year of entry into the position, the affected employee shall be returned to their former bargaining unit position and shall displace the bargaining unit employee holding their former position. If the required license/certification should have been obtained more than one year after entry into the position, the affected employee shall be separated from the University.

OSHA 30-hour certificate/license required within (180) days. Failure to obtain said license/certification when provided by the University shall result in separation from the University. In the case of promotion when the license/certification should have been obtained within one year of entry into the position, the affected employee shall be returned to their former bargaining unit position and shall displace the bargaining unit employee holding their former position. If the required license/certification should have been obtained more than one year after entry into the position, the affected employee shall be separated from the University.

A Universal Certification in Refrigerant Transition and Recovery is required within one-hundred eighty (180) days of employment in this position. In the case of initial employment, failure to obtain said license/certification within the time limits stated shall result in separation from the University.

*Employees who operate University vehicles, or as a condition of employment, whose jobs require that they operate University vehicles, or that they operate their personal vehicles on University business, are subject to Wright Way Policy #2601, and must consistently meet the requirements of Risk Management for employees who drive under these circumstances.

Any combination of overtime, shift work, weekend and holiday work may be required.

This is a bargaining unit position.

Employees will be required to wear protective clothing and/or respiratory equipment when conditions warrant. Note: If a respirator is required for duties specific to this job, an annual respiratory fit test and physical examination will be required. This position may be designated as Essential and/or the employee may required to provide a means to be contacted during non duty hours or emergencies.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Work shift is Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/30/2026

First Consideration Date:

First Consideration Date: 10/13/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma/vocational school or equivalent and five years of full-time experience in building maintenance AND a certificate from an advanced one year technical/vocational air conditioning and heating program, and two years of full time experience in skilled commercial/industrial heating and air conditioning; OR a high school diploma or equivalent, and three years of full-time experience in skilled commercial/industrial heating and air conditioning?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess advanced working knowledge of Commercial/Industrial HVAC Direct Digital Controls (DDC)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess advanced working knowledge of Commercial/Industrial HVAC air handling units providing greater than 30,000 CFM's?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you possessed a valid U.S. driver’s license for at least one year?
  • Yes
• * How did you hear about this position at Wright State University? Please check all that apply.
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