HVAC Mechanic II: Refrigeration & Controls Expert

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University is seeking an HVAC Mechanic II in Morgantown to troubleshoot, repair, and install HVAC/R equipment across university facilities. You will work with a team to maintain chillers, air handling units, and building control systems, ensuring safety and code compliance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and an EPA Universal Refrigeration License (preferred within first year). This is a full-time, on-site role with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; EPA license preferred and must be obtained within 1 year.
• EPA Universal Refrigeration License required for refrigerant work (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install HVAC/R equipment across campus facilities.
• Maintain shop equipment and keep work sites clean and secure.
• Receive work orders, coordinate with control, and update stakeholders on progress.
• Repair and maintain refrigeration and various types of chillers.
• Diagnose with test equipment and perform calculations; use hand and power tools.
• Read blueprints and interpret specifications; operate building control systems.
• May provide additional maintenance duties and emergency response when needed.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Refrigerant recovery

HVAC controls

Mechanical systems

Building codes

Blueprints reading

Math skills

Computer literacy

Warehousing

Height safety

Weather resilience

Stress tolerance

Hand-eye coordination

Auditory skills

Extreme temps

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA Universal Refrigeration License

Job description

West Virginia University is seeking an HVAC Mechanic II in Morgantown to troubleshoot, repair, and install HVAC/R equipment across university facilities. You will work with a team to maintain chillers, air handling units, and building control systems, ensuring safety and code compliance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and an EPA Universal Refrigeration License (preferred within first year). This is a full-time, on-site role with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.