Facilities Maintenance III - HVAC

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University seeks a Facilities Maintenance III - HVAC to inspect, maintain and repair university buildings and HVAC systems under general supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with HVAC certification or 3+ years of experience, strong safety knowledge, blueprint reading ability, and a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus an advanced one-year HVAC/vocational certificate.
• Or high school diploma and 3 years of full-time experience in skilled commercial/industrial HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs on university facilities.
• Rely on HVAC control systems for troubleshooting and repairs; supervise/guide other staff as needed.
• Read blueprints, equipment manuals and wiring diagrams to determine repair needs and parts.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety codes

Math proficiency

HVAC knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, plus HVAC certificate (1 year/training)

Two to three years of full-time HVAC experience

Tools

None

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Work schedule 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 III - HVAC

Job Category:

Job Category: Classified (non-exempt)

Department

Department Facilities Operations

EEO number:

EEO number: 26C354

Position FTE

100%

Minimum Hourly Rate

Minimum Hourly Rate $31.29/hr

Salary Band:

Salary Band: MWK3H

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Under general supervision performs tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repair to University owned or leased buildings and facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent, 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.
• Excellent working knowledge of safety codes, practices and procedures is required.
• Must be able to calculate basic math, including fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Required to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts and/or templates.
• Must possess advanced working knowledge of Commercial/Industrial HVAC .
• Commercial/Industrial HVAC includes chillers providing 100 tons or more of cooling, and air handling units providing greater than 30,000 CFM’s and experience with Direct Digital Controls.
• Must currently have possessed a valid U.S. driver’s license for at least one year.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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.

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

This position is designated as "Essential" and/or the employees may be required to provide a means to be contacted during non-duty hours for emergencies.

This is a bargaining unit position.

A pre-employment physical examination will be required before original appointment. An annual physical exam may be required. Maintenance/ WSU testing is required.

Essential Functions and percent of time

Specialized 90%

• Daily inspections, installations, general and preventive maintenance. Responds to emergency situations and evaluate and correct defects, utilizing proper protective gear.
• Utilizes HVAC computerized control systems for troubleshooting and repair work. Makes systems changes as necessary.
• Perform diagnostic process to determine problems – make repairs.
• Routinely directs and trains other employees in duties associated with the installation, maintenance and operation of heating units, air conditioners, boilers, refrigeration equipment and all related or auxiliary equipment, controls or gauges. May direct the daily work, training and orientation of other HVAC staff.
• Installs, maintains and operates components and equipment such as compressors, condensers, centrifugal refrigeration machines, heat pumps, evaporators, fans pumps, tubing, valves, ducts, and mechanical, pneumatic, 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 repairs and modifications needed after testing and troubleshooting refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, ventilation and related control systems and equipment, then completes the repairs.
• Documentation (Inventory reconciliation entering materials used on job, and entering time spent on job), completing working orders in tracking system.
• Installs mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic devices designed to control space temperature, and assesses if devices are operating properly. Adjusts thermostats, manual and automatic valves and mechanical linkage to maintain maximum system efficiency.
• Performs periodic inspections and preventative maintenance of installed equipment, accessories and components to assure safety and efficient operation. Initiates corrective action when discrepancies are discovered and complies with technical procedures.
• Required to perform on-the-job planning for completion of projects. Reviews scope of mechanical and electronic projects (including minor construction projects) and estimates part/material needs, other project costs, labor hours, staffing needs, etc.
• Operates forklift/aerial lift as necessary.
• Orders and maintains supplies. Determining material costs and purchases materials for job completion.
• Coordinates with other workers and trades as needed to complete work within the overall scope of multi-trade projects, and determining the design and construction of particular components.
• An employee in this class is responsible for collaborating with other trades, management, and staff personnel in determining the design and construction of particular components. Work is performed with considerable independence.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Activities and decisions are varied in nature, requiring the solving of both common and unusual problems. This position’s supervisor or other appropriate position is consulted for clarification of policies only where needed.
• Preventive maintenance of boilers and chillers during on and off season of equipment. Annual boiler inspections.
• Utilizes I-Pad for labor reports, floor plans, electrical/plumbing schematics and access to automated work order reporting systems.

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

Generalist 10%

• This position involves 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.
• Other tasks involve assisting with minor construction projects, HVAC repairs, and performing daily inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Additionally, the role 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

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 the university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and or education verification. 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 and operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is 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 schedule is Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/25/2026

First Consideration Date

First Consideration Date: 09/01/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent, 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
• * Have you possessed a valid U.S. driver's license for at least one year?
  • Yes
• * Do you possess advanced working knowledge of Commercial/Industrial HVAC chillers providing 100 tons or more of cooling?
  • Yes
  • No

3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy., Dayton, OH 45435 USA