HVAC/R Technician

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; 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 3

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an HVAC/R Technician at levels III/IV to maintain and repair campus HVAC and refrigeration systems. The role requires upgrading skills across building systems, EMCS monitoring, and collaboration with internal teams and vendors.

The position supports a broad range of equipment, with on-site duties across campus in Lincoln, NE. Candidates should have HVAC-R education and multiple years of relevant experience, with EPA 608 certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in HVAC-R or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1+ year experience with refrigeration equipment in residential or light-duty commercial systems.
• 2+ years experience with HVAC maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and understand complex technical information.
• Strong time management, documentation and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of HVAC procedures, codes, and safety practices.
• EPA 608 Type I/II or Universal certification.
• Valid driver’s license and campus DUI policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair HVAC equipment per manufacturer specs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems and spaces.
• Understand how HVAC relates to each building and campus systems.
• Service, install, repair, and replace refrigeration systems.
• Use EMCS to monitor and control equipment conditions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
• Complete work orders and use electronic timekeeping daily.
• Train and mentor junior staff and verify work of others.

Skills

EPA 608 cert

Time management

Documentation

Organizational skills

Multi-project capability

HVAC codes knowledge

Brazing copper joints

Education

Associate’s degree in HVAC-R or related field

Tools

EMCS

CMMS

Tools & machinery

Job description

Position Information

Working Title

Department

Department UO Building Systems Maintenance-1004

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260835

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/15/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 10/23/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska and certified as a Lincoln Family-Friendly workplace, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• No-cost life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition assistance for employees and dependents.
• Exclusive employee discounts.
• Professional development through training and education.
• And many more!!

This position is part of a career ladder with pay commensurate with each level. Job duties are cumulative by level. Positions at higher levels are expected to perform the duties identified for that level as well as those established for preceding levels.

As a HVAC /R Technician III , you will:

• Maintain and repair all HVAC equipment and components to manufacturer recommendations and/or specifications.
• Periodically review, clean, identify, and repair potential issues, and perform preventative maintenance of all mechanical equipment and spaces.
• Develop and maintain competency in understanding how each HVAC relates to each building and familiarity with all HVAC equipment on campus.
• Service, install, repair, and replace refrigeration systems.
• Start, stop, review, and/or change conditions of HVAC equipment or systems utilizing the EMCS .
• Collaborate with internal parties and external vendors and manufacturers.
• Complete work orders and utilize an electronic timekeeping system daily.
• Train, mentor, review and verify the work of others.

As a HVAC /R Technician IV, you will:

• Service, install, repair, and replace heavy commercial refrigeration systems.
• Use the EMCS to trend data and monitor HVAC systems.
• Generate activity and outage notifications.
• Contribute to fostering a positive work environment, motivate and encourage staff to improve, and research and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Support leadership and contribute to the development and implementation of departmental vision and goals.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in HVAC -R, other related field of study, or equivalent experience.
• 6+ months experience working with refrigeration equipment such as coolers, freezers, and DX HVAC equipment for either a residential and/or light-duty commercial systems (education in lieu of work experience considered).
• 6+ months experience performing general HVAC maintenance and repair or demonstrated equivalent comprehension.
• Ability to comprehend and follow complex and technical information.
• Strong time management, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge, experience, and ability to operate a variety of tools and machinery.
• Skilled in brazing copper line joints.
• Knowledgeable of and skilled in the processes, procedures, and codes required of the trade.
• EPA 608 Type I and II or Universal certification.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.
• 1+ year experience working with refrigeration equipment such as coolers, freezers, and DX HVAC equipment for either a residential and/or light-duty commercial systems (education in lieu of work experience considered).
• 1+ years experience working with chiller and boiler operations, repair, and controls.
• 2+ years experience performing general HVAC maintenance and repair or demonstrated equivalent comprehension.
• 2+ years experience working with HVAC -R and/or demonstrated equivalent comprehension.
• 1+ year of experience brazing copper line joints to withstand high temperatures and pressure conditions.

This position requires the ability to lift 50 lbs., work from ladders and/or aerial equipment, be available by phone to assist with campus emergencies, and participate in regular rotations on the weekend and after-hours on-call schedule.

*Qualifications are cumulative. Candidates considered for placement at higher levels must meet the qualifications for that level as well as the qualifications established for the preceding levels.

Preferred Qualifications

HVAC /R Technician III , and IV:

• Bachelor’s degree in HVAC /R, other related field of study, or equivalent experience.
• Completion of all UNL and BSM required training courses.
• Knowledge of diverse types of air distribution systems such as Variable Air Volume and Double Duct.
• Proficient using an EMCS .
• Proficient using an CMMS .
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• 6+ months experience brazing copper line joints to withstand high temperatures and pressure conditions.
• 1+ years experience utilizing an EMCS and CMMS .
• 1+ years experience utilizing OEM controllers and applicable software.

*Preferred qualifications are cumulative by level and are not required for consideration.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Yes

Physical Required

Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary Salary commensurate with experience

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Some evenings/weekends/on-call work will be necessary.

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

• * Do you have an EPA 608 Type I and II or Universal certification?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please describe your experience installing, maintaining, repair, and all types of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, including years of experience.

  (Open Ended Question)