HVAC Systems Technician – Lab & Campus Facilities

National Institute of Standards and Technology; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks an A/C Equipment Mechanic to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex HVAC systems across campus. You will ensure laboratories and buildings meet environmental standards for reliable research operations.

Responsibilities include diagnosing system issues via blueprints and control systems, performing calibrations, and supporting snow removal duties as weather requires. Federal employment benefits apply.

Qualifications

• No specific length or level-of-experience requirements.
• Screen-out driver’s license required.
• Must meet the screen-out elements and achieve at least 50% overall score.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and regulate large HVAC systems to maintain temperatures, humidity, and air quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on HVAC equipment (packaged units, chillers, steam systems, boilers, controls).
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and specifications to plan, repair methods, and ensure codes compliance.
• Use building management control systems to diagnose and optimize performance.
• Assist with winter snow removal duties as required.

Skills

Driver's License

Job description

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks an A/C Equipment Mechanic to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex HVAC systems across campus. You will ensure laboratories and buildings meet environmental standards for reliable research operations.

Responsibilities include diagnosing system issues via blueprints and control systems, performing calibrations, and supporting snow removal duties as weather requires. Federal employment benefits apply.