HVAC Technician

The University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Retirement program

Paid time off (vacation)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The University of Kansas is seeking an HVAC Technician to monitor, maintain and repair refrigeration and air conditioning equipment across large campus buildings in Lawrence. You will operate and test systems, read blueprints, and perform preventive maintenance while adhering to EPA guidelines for refrigerants.

The role includes a 7:30am–4pm schedule, potential overtime, and responsibilities that include documenting work orders and assisting with project tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two years of refrigeration/air condition installation and repair experience; substitution option.
• EPA CFC Certification for refrigerants.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• HVAC Operations: Install, monitor and troubleshoot refrigeration and air conditioning equipment per specs and manuals.
• Answers calls: Respond to repairs, treat condensate water and operate testing equipment.
• Lead worker duties: coordinate with teammates, complete project paperwork, transport materials and equipment.

Skills

HVAC operation

Blueprint reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational certificate / Associate degree substitution

Job description

Position OverviewThe HVAC Technician Position is responsible for providing on-site monitoring in large buildings that house offices, classrooms, dorms, and labs. Installs, monitors and trouble shoots, services, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on refrigeration and air conditioning equipment as well as work with pneumatic and electronic controls. System sizes vary typically from 100 tons and below. Must be able to operate refrigeration recovery equipment in compliance with EPA guideline for CFC and HCFC refrigerants. This position requires the operation of work issued vehicles.

Work Schedule is 7:30am-4pm Monday to Friday.

Facilities Services within KU Operations plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching, learning and research. KU Operations supports KU’s mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university’s academic and research missions.

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KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options, and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities.

Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities! Details available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance

KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

Job Description

60% - HVAC Operations

• Installs, monitors, and troubleshoots refrigeration and air conditioning equipment according to building design specifications, blueprints, schematic drawings and maintenance and repair manuals.
• Disassembles repairs and reassembles air conditioners, growth chambers, cold rooms, refrigerators and freezers and equipment. System sizes vary from 100 tons and below.
• Cuts, bends, welds, etc., to connect tubing and refrigerant lines.
• Checks resistance, amperage, and voltages on equipment.
• Lays out piping systems for air-conditioning equipment systems.
• Installs and maintains electronic controls, installs, and maintains pneumatic controls.
• Monitors building systems equipment, maintains operating logs, records gauge readings, operates and maintains building systems equipment and repairs or replaces parts, calibrates thermostats, adjusts, and assigns pneumatic transistors and tests pneumatic controlled valve actuators.
• Keeps records and maintains operating file on machine information as needed for proper service and maintenance.
• Maintains inventory of items used in repair and maintenance work.
• Operates refrigeration recovery equipment in compliance with EPA guidelines and handles CGC, HCFC, and A2L refrigerants
• Installs, monitors, troubleshoots, and makes needed repairs to residential and commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Requires the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Requires the ability to reach, grasp, lift, carry and place moderately heavy load. Requires the ability to operate motor vehicles on occasion.
• Work with related equipment up to including:
  • Centrifugal chillers and air-cooled chillers
  • VRF systems
  • Gas fired heating and DX cooling makeup air units
  • Water source heat pumps
  • Hydronic heating/cooling, including geothermal
  • 2/pipe and 4/pipe fan coil units
  • Pneumatic and Digital Controls
  • And other HVAC equipment

30% - Answers Calls

• Answer and respond to requested repairs on HVAC equipment such as leaks, defects, condensers, and compressors.
• Treats condensing water with proper chemicals, as necessary.
• Operates applicable testing equipment.

10% - Occasionally acts as lead worker to others on a project-by-project basis. Completes necessary paperwork for project time accounting and other needs. Informs supervisor of status of work in process and on completion. Transports materials, tools and supplies to work sites. Cleans tools and work sites. Performs other related work as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Reach, grasp, lift, carry and place moderately heavy loads frequently and heavy loads occasionally (50 lbs) with or without accommodation.
• Perform work above normal heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures – both hot and cold, inside and outdoors.
• Work overtime and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
• Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather.
• Must digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications as required.
• Maintain valid driver's license throughout employment.

Required Qualifications

1. High School diploma or GED equivalency
2. Two (2) years of experience in refrigeration/air condition installation and repair work. A certificate of completion from a vocational school or an Associate degree in this trade area may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
3. Must have EPA CFC Certification for refrigerants.
4. Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain the license throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Three (3) years or more of experience in refrigeration/air condition/refrigeration equipment, DX residential air conditioning units, DX commercial air conditioning units and small chiller systems 100 tons and smaller, installation and repair work.
2. Experience working in a college or university setting as evidenced by application materials.
3. Experience working with HVAC systems in large multi-storied institutional or residential buildings as evidenced by application materials.
4. Electrical experience including a working knowledge of the National Electric Code as evidenced by application materials.
5. Ability to read and understand blueprints as demonstrated by work experience.
6. Experience in a customer service role as evidenced by application materials.

Additional Candidate Instructions

1. Current contact information including email and phone number
2. Previous work experience including dates of employment
3. Name and contact information to three references

Resume/Cover letter is optional.

Contact Information to Applicants

David Wyatt

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Advertised Salary Range Starting at $54,700

Anticipated Start Date Monday November 30, 2026