HVAC Technician

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas State University seeks an HVAC Technician to maintain, diagnose, service, and repair air conditioning and refrigeration systems for Housing and Dining Services. You will work as part of a skilled team ensuring a safe, comfortable living and learning environment for students and staff.

The role requires servicing complex chillers, air handlers, and energy management systems across residence halls, with emphasis on documentation, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Requires two years of relevant experience.
• EPA Universal refrigerant certificate required upon employment.
• Journeyman Mechanical License preferred.
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair commercial refrigeration and cooling equipment, including walk-in freezers, upright and chest refrigerators, ice machines, milk and ice cream machines, and water coolers.
• Perform preventive maintenance on complex systems such as chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, vacuum pumps, and related controls within large residence hall complexes.
• Install, service, and maintain HVAC, air conditioning, heat pump, and energy management systems across residence halls and foodservice facilities.
• Service electrical and plumbing components associated with refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Maintain accurate records, organize tools, and actively contribute as an engaged and productive team member.

Skills

Two years experience

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

HVAC Technician

Kansas State University

About This Role

The HVAC Technician plays a vital role in maintaining a safe,

comfortable, and well-functioning living, learning, and working

environment for Kansas State University students, residents, faculty, staff, and guests. This position works as part of a skilled team

responsible for servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing air

conditioning and refrigeration systems for Housing and Dining Services.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair commercial refrigeration and cooling equipment, including walk-in freezers, upright and chest refrigerators, ice machines, milk and ice cream machines, and water coolers.
• Perform preventive maintenance on complex systems such as chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, vacuum pumps, and related controls within large residence hall complexes.
• Install, service, and maintain HVAC, air conditioning, heat pump, and energy management systems across residence halls and foodservice facilities.
• Service electrical and plumbing components associated with refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Maintain accurate records, organize tools, and actively contribute as an engaged and productive team member.

About Us

Housing and Dining Services is a large, self-operated auxiliary department serving more than 5,000 students that call the K-State campus home. This "home away from home" meets more than the basic needs of students living with us - we provide affordable, safe and engaging accommodations and services for our residents, while finding unique ways to support them in their academic pursuits.

We pride ourselves on taking excellent care of our residents, and that is reflected in our recent Princeton Review rankings. The 2025 Princeton Review ranks us #2 Happiest Students, #2 Best Quality of Life, #8 Best College Residence Halls, and #14 Best Campus Food.

YOU can help make our residents and guests feel welcome and comfortable!

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires two years of relevant experience. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of tools, equipment and materials used in trade,
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• 4 years experience at the journeyman level
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• EPA Universal refrigerant certificate required upon employment.
• Prefer Journeyman Mechanical License

Sponsorship Eligibility

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Application Window

Applications close on: October 12, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$20.30-$30.00 per hour