HVAC Controls Technician – Room Balancing & Commissioning

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Nebraska; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

No-cost life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Tuition assistance for employees and…

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Controls Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot low voltage electrical systems and HVAC controls within campus facilities. The role involves reading blueprints, balancing rooms, and assisting with commissioning across multiple levels while adhering to safety and campus standards.

Opportunities exist for progression through Levels I–IV with increasing responsibilities and mentorship duties.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent experience.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Thinking and reasoning skills.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Familiar with and able to operate tools and machinery.
• Basic computer skills.
• 2+ years of experience performing room balancing, commissioning, installing, and servicing HVAC controls.
• Strong analytical thinking and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of low voltage electrical systems and HVAC controls.
• Assist with commissioning and balancing of HVAC control systems.
• Learn to interpret schematics and blueprint drawings for installation and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Complete work orders and utilize an electronic time keeping system daily.
• Train, mentor, and verify work of others in installation and commissioning (higher levels).

Skills

HVAC controls

Blueprints

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Testing devices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multimeter

Energy Management System (EMS)

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Controls Technician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot low voltage electrical systems and HVAC controls within campus facilities. The role involves reading blueprints, balancing rooms, and assisting with commissioning across multiple levels while adhering to safety and campus standards.

Opportunities exist for progression through Levels I–IV with increasing responsibilities and mentorship duties.