HVAC Mechanic

City of Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Boulder seeks an experienced Facilities HVAC Technician to diagnose, operate, maintain, and repair HVAC-R systems across City buildings. The role requires contractor management, strong teamwork, and effective oral and written communication.

You will coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance and work on chillers, boilers, RTUs, VRF systems, refrigeration, and building controls. The position involves scheduling preventive maintenance, overseeing contractors, and ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in HVAC, Mechanical Systems, or a related field.
• Four to five years of progressively responsible commercial HVAC experience.
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a background check prior to first day and maintain screening.
• Must comply with FBI CJIS Security Policy.
• Knowledge of BAS, boilers, chillers, and building automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, inspects, cleans, adjusts, and performs preventative maintenance on HVAC-R equipment and components.
• Diagnoses and repairs BAS, HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, VFDs, thermostats, and related networks.
• Diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, controls, and BAS failures; provides technical training to staff.
• Operates, maintains, repairs, and optimizes boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, and related systems.
• Performs seasonal startup, shutdown, testing and commissioning of HVAC equipment.
• Coordinates, oversees, and inspects contractor work for compliance with specs, quality, schedules, and codes.
• Implements and maintains a preventive maintenance program for all HVAC systems.
• Investigates indoor air quality, ventilation, temperature, humidity, and occupant comfort concerns.

Skills

Self-directed work

Decision making

Work order tracking

Prioritization

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Group facilitation

Willingness to help

Courageous communication

Flexibility

BAS knowledge

Boiler & chiller operation

Codes knowledge

CMMS familiarity

CJIS policy compliance

Education

Associate’s degree in HVAC or related field

Job description

Application Deadline:

November 23, 2026

Compensation Details:

Hiring Range

34.51 - 50.05

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Description Summary:

Under limited supervision, diagnoses, operates, maintains, and repairs mechanical systems and equipment used for heating, ventilation and air conditioning of City buildings. This position requires a contractor management background with strong teamwork abilities, as well as effective oral and written communication skills. In addition, the role involves a wide range of exciting challenges, coordinating and scheduling the preventive and corrective maintenance required to keep the building HVAC systems in good working order. This position should have a strong knowledge of chillers, boilers, RTUs, split systems, VRF systems, refrigeration, and controls.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains, repairs, inspects, cleans, adjusts, and performs preventative maintenance on HVAC-R equipment and associated components including boilers, chillers, refrigeration systems, pumps, motors, valves, belts, bearings, filters, and controls.


• Diagnoses, programs, calibrates, and repairs building automation systems (BAS), HVAC controls, sensors, actuators, VFD’s, thermostats, and associated communication networks.


• Diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, controls, and building automation system failures; serves as the department's technical expert for complex HVAC troubleshooting and provides technical training to staff.


• Operates, maintains, repairs, and optimizes boilers, chillers, pumps, cooling towers, heat exchangers, and associated mechanical systems.


• Performs seasonal startup, shutdown, testing and commissioning of HVAC equipment and related systems.


• Coordinates, oversees, and inspects contractor work to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, schedules, and applicable codes.


• Implements and maintains a successful preventative maintenance program for all HVAC systems.


• Investigates and resolves indoor air quality, ventilation, temperature, humidity, and occupant comfort concerns.


• Performs HVAC-R Equipment condition assessments Identifying maintenance risks and update asset management database.


• Provides input on resource needs (staffing or funding) for HVAC systems and works with management to resolve.


• Cleans and adjusts HVAC-R systems and performs warranty services.


• Remains aware of conditions inside city facilities and creates service requests for any deficiencies found. Reports on major deficiencies to management.


• Maintains accurate maintenance records, equipment history, asset information, and work order documentation withing the work order system.


• Responds to emergency HVAC failures and critical facility outages during and after normal business hours as required.


• Participates in an on-call rotation and provides technical support during emergency situations.


• Maintains refrigerant records and performs refrigerant handling activities in compliance with EPA regulations.


• Reads and interprets blueprints, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, control schematics, and technical specifications.


• Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents.


• Ensures the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment.


• Uses all required safety equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to be a self-directed individual performing work that is credible and considered trustworthy by peers and leaders.


• Ability to make decisions with limited supervision.


• Ability to demonstrate experience in tracking work order requests.


• Ability to keep multiple priorities and objectives moving forward simultaneously.


• Ability to coordinate projects, including scoping, contracting, and managing budgets and schedule.


• Ability to work effectively individually and as a member of formal and informal teams by understanding the interests and concerns of others and being willing to share and receive information.


• Ability to demonstrate interest, skill, and success in getting groups to learn to work together.


• Ability to demonstrate a willingness to help in any capacity.


• Ability to demonstrate direct, courageous communication by openly sharing successes and challenges to support team learning and individual growth.


• Ability to be flexible and take assignments as assigned.


• Knowledge of and understanding of the different types of air distribution systems such as VAV, Fan Power Box, etc.


• Knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS).


• Knowledge of commercial boiler and chiller operation.


• Knowledge of applicable mechanical, electrical, energy, and building codes.


• Knowledge at a general level of computer operation for use on energy management system and Preventative Maintenance and work order system (CMMS).


• Must successfully pass a background check before first day of work and maintain acceptable screening.


• Must be able to comply fully with the FBI's Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in maintaining and repairing Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems.


• Experience in electrical, pneumatic, electronic and computer HVAC control systems.


• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.


• Boiler Operator Certification.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree in HVAC, Mechanical Systems, or a related field. Four (4) years of related experience may substitute for the education requirement only.


• Four (4) to five (5) years of progressively responsible commercial HVAC experience involving boilers, chillers, refrigeration, controls, and building automation systems.


• Must hold and maintain a valid drivers' license.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received:

Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Supervision Exercised:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Physical and Mental Effort: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits the employee to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation that permits the employee to review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written documents and materials, and to operate building test equipment and related building technician equipment. Sufficient manual dexterity that permits the employee to operate test equipment and related technician equipment, computer equipment and other office equipment. Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to work in a building mechanical facilities and outdoors. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines and changing priorities and conditions.


• Work Environment: Works in multiple citywide facility’s, potentially in small mechanical rooms and other maintenance areas, as well as in outdoor settings in all weather conditions, including inclement weather. Conditions include air contamination, Biohazard exposure such as sewage, wastewater, grey water, vibration, and noise. Ability to climb ladders. Ability to work nights and weekends.


• Machines and Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computers, telephones, calculators and copy machines. Assorted precision and non-precision hand tools and power tools. Welding equipment, scissor lifts, trailers, ladders, presses, cranes, saws, pumps, etc.

As part of the City of Boulder’s commitment to a future with equitable access to health, prosperity, and fulfillment that is not limited by a person’s race, ethnicity, age, gender, ability, religion, sexuality, or socioeconomic status, it is the city’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all individuals. The city does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or policy.