HVAC

SVSU Saginaw Valley State University; United States; On-site; USD 35,679 - 42,430; Full time

Job summary

SVSU Saginaw Valley State University is seeking an HVAC Assistant to perform maintenance and repairs on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, strong math skills, and four years of job-related experience.

This full-time role involves operating, inspecting, and repairing HVAC systems, alongside scheduled inspections and interactions with maintenance personnel. The job offers an hourly wage of $25.90–$30.80 based on contract agreements.

Qualifications

• Four years of job-related experience or equivalent technical training.
• Valid Michigan Driver License.
• Ability to work alone or in a team.
• Ability to begin and follow through with job tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, install, and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair boilers and refrigeration systems.
• Conduct scheduled inspections and emergency service calls.

Skills

Strong math skills

Communication

Ability to read blueprints

Ability to follow HVAC safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVAC tools

Test equipment

Job description

Job Title

HVAC Assistant – Full‑time (Exempt or Non‑exempt)

Hourly Wage: $25.90–$30.80 (based on Support Staff Association Contract)

Workdays: Saturday – Wednesday, 9:00am – 5:30pm.

Job Summary

To maintain, repair, install, and perform preventative maintenance on heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning units and systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, maintain, and repair boilers and refrigeration systems.
• Maintain, install, and repair heating and ventilating units; may include heating and cooling coils, preheaters, dampers, and duct work.
• Install and repair HVAC control systems, pneumatic and electric.
• Repair and install broad-based cooling systems.
• Inspect, install, and repair piping fixtures and equipment; may include pumps, valves, heaters, piping, and fittings.
• Lubricate fans, motors, and pumps, and change filters and belts.
• Cut, thread, and assemble pipe using saw, pipe cutter, and threader.
• Fabricate and assemble tubing using saw, benders, and torch.
• Test components using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic test equipment.
• Insulate lines, components, and storage tanks.
• Clean HVAC systems.
• Maintain logs and records of temperatures, running times, and maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Test and treat cooling towers and boilers to maintain chemical treatment levels.

Related Duties

• Conduct scheduled rounds inspections and emergency service calls on campus.
• Assist other maintenance personnel as required.
• Assist in the maintenance of campus facilities; may include all duties listed on the Maintenance I Job Description.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision

Assignments and administrative supervision are received from the Assistant Vice President and/or his designee(s). May be responsible for student employees assigned to them.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, with strong math skills.
• Valid Michigan Driver License.
• Four years job‑related experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• Pass electrical and mechanical testing as determined by the University.
• Pass selected courses in refrigeration, heating and air conditioning or equivalent accredited courses.
• State of Michigan Boiler Operator License preferred.
• Certification of compliance with the Refrigerant Recycling Rule under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990 as amended.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, specifications, and instructional manuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others and maintain good working relations with supervisors, co‑workers, and the University community.
• Ability to work alone or as a member of a team, perform job duties within scheduled time limits, and adapt to rounds and emergency scheduling.
• Ability to compile, maintain, and process required logs and records.
• Ability to follow and apply both routine and specific HVAC safety procedures.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment.
• Ability to begin and follow through with the tasks or plan identified in the job description.
• Ability to report facilities or grounds maintenance needs which are observed.
• Ability to physically lift, carry, push, and/or pull HVAC tools, equipment, supplies, and related materials such as pumps, fans, motors, etc.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, maintain one's balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle while performing job duties.
• Ability to pass job‑related physical examination, skill test, and/or State/Federal mandated training, licensing, certification requirements, and required safety training within a reasonable period of time.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

Working Conditions

Subject to indoor and outdoor environmental changes, extreme temperatures, and potential hazards such as electrical currents, moving parts, high heat, high places, dust, chemicals, and fumes.

Job duties may require physical lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling HVAC tools, equipment, supplies, and related materials. Ability to stand, walk, climb, maintain balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle while performing job duties.

Must pass required physical examination, skill test, and mandatory training on time.