HVAC Plant Maintenance Technician II (Pipe/Mechanical Trades II).

State of Colorado; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays per year

Paid vacation and sick leave starting

Set work schedule

Small crews (8-13)

Free access to Mines varsity sporting?

Job summary

Colorado School of Mines is seeking an experienced HVAC Plant Maintenance Technician II to maintain and optimize a range of commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems on campus in Golden, CO. You will work within a collaborative Facilities Management team to ensure reliable operation and safety compliance.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, building automation, and opportunities for professional growth in a campus environment with a structured weekday schedule.

Qualifications

• EPA Refrigerant Certification required.
• Experience troubleshooting HVAC mechanical, electrical and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and equipment documentation.
• Physically capable of demanding work and safety‑focused.

Responsibilities

• Maintain reliable operation of commercial HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and controls issues.
• Read wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and manuals.
• Document work orders and maintenance activities.
• Utilize Windows-based tools for reporting and tracking.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Team collaboration

Safety-focused

Mechanical aptitude

Education

EPA Refrigerant Certification

Three years related education/experience

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Department Information

Would you like to work in a beautiful small campus environment? Colorado School of Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder. For more information visit us at: www.mines.edu .

Department Information

Would you like to work in a beautiful small campus environment? Colorado School of Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder. For more information visit us at: www.mines.edu .

Other Perks Include

• 13 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation and sick leave which starts accruing your first month!
• Set work schedule
• Small crews (8-13)
• Free access to Mines varsity sporting events for you and 3 guests!

Description Of Job

Build Your HVAC Career with a Team That Invests in Growth

Are you an experienced HVAC technician looking for an opportunity to expand your technical expertise, work with complex commercial systems, and develop your controls knowledge? Join our Facilities Management team as a Plant Maintenance Technician II (HVAC) and become part of a collaborative, supportive environment where learning and professional growth are encouraged.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full-time schedule with weekday hours
• Opportunity to work on diverse and sophisticated HVAC systems
• Hands-on exposure to building automation and controls
• Strong culture of learning, collaboration, and knowledge sharing
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• Positive work environment with experienced industry professionals

What You’ll Do

Maintain Critical Building HVAC Systems

You will be responsible for maintaining the reliable operation of a wide variety of commercial HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including:

• Centrifugal, screw, scroll, and reciprocating chillers
• Cooling towers
• Heating and cooling pumps
• Air handling units and associated components
• Evaporative cooling systems
• Low‑pressure hot water boilers
• Air compressors and refrigerated air dryers
• HVAC controls and mechanical systems

Key Responsibilities Include

• Performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment adjustments
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and controls‑related issues
• Installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration equipment
• Reading wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals
• Documenting work orders, preventative maintenance activities, labor, and repair records
• Utilizing Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, and Word for work tracking and reporting

Support Laboratory Ventilation & Life Safety Systems

• Maintain and troubleshoot variable air volume (VAV) laboratory fume hood systems
• Measure and verify laboratory airflow and pressurization requirements
• Repair or replace fume hood air valves and control devices
• Inspect, test, and maintain HVAC‑related fire and smoke dampers and actuators
• Ensure systems operate safely and in accordance with applicable codes and standards

Complete HVAC Modifications & Improvements

• Perform minor ductwork and piping additions or modifications
• Evaluate load impacts to existing systems
• Support ventilation upgrades and equipment connections
• Interpret mechanical drawings to determine appropriate installation methods

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the asbestos abatement team if selected
• Perform other duties as assigned

What Success Looks Like

Successful candidates are:

• Hard‑working and dependable
• Technically sound with strong troubleshooting abilities
• Willing to share knowledge and collaborate with teammates
• Comfortable working independently
• Detail‑oriented and safety‑focused
• Excellent communicators who work effectively with customers and coworkers

Work Environment

This position works on‑site within a campus facilities environment and involves exposure to mechanical equipment rooms, rooftops, laboratories, and occupied buildings. Work may require climbing ladders, lifting equipment and materials, working in varying weather conditions, and adhering to industry safety standards and regulations.

Please Note:

This position reports to campus Monday‑Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

Residency Requirement

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Class Code & Classification Description

D6C2XX Pipe/Mechanical Trades II

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only:

• EPA Refrigerant Certification (Please attach to application)
• Experience troubleshooting HVAC mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, schematics, and equipment documentation
• Ability to safely perform physically demanding work in a variety of environments
• EXPERIENCE MUST BE CLEARLY DOCUMENTED IN THE "WORK HISTORY" SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. In addition, part‑time work will be pro‑rated.

Or

Education And Experience

A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years (Transcripts must be attached to application for educational credit).

Preferred Qualifications

• NATE Certifications or related HVAC technical training
• Experience with commercial chillers, boilers, air handling systems, and building controls
• Experience with laboratory ventilation systems and fume hoods
• Knowledge of HVAC‑related life safety systems
• Familiarity with building automation systems and controls
• Prior relevant state service

Conditions Of Employment

• Background check
• Pre‑employment physical
• Pre‑employment drug screen
• Motor Vehicle Record check

Appeal Rights

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: [phone]. Phone: [phone]. Email address: [e-mail]. The ten‑day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov .

Supplemental Information

Additional Information And Reasonable Accommodation Requests

It is the intent of Mines to comply with the applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and their implementation rules and regulations, in support of equal opportunities for qualified applicants with disabilities. To meet this goal, Mines will make reasonable accommodations during the employment selection process and within our working environment.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on our site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our Human Resources team at [e-mail] or 303.273.3250 for assistance.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.

Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission‑driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a community where our individual perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.