HVAC Technician: Building Automation & Maintenance

City Utilities; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

City Utilities in Springfield, MO is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs across facilities. You will monitor building automation systems, troubleshoot issues, respond to alarms, and coordinate work with contractors to ensure reliable operation.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma, 4+ years in heavy commercial HVAC, and licenses including a journeyman or master mechanical license. Knowledge of Trane BAS and Johnson Controls DDC is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate or coursework from accredited college, vocational, or trade school in a related field required.
• Four years of progressively responsible experience in heavy commercial HVAC service field.
• Licensing: valid driver’s license; Journeyman or Master mechanical license from City of Springfield; balancing certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on HVAC equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot system problems and verify contractor work.
• Monitor building automation systems and respond to alarms.
• Coordinate and verify work of HVAC and electrical contractors.
• Assist in purchasing HVAC equipment and services; prepare requisitions.
• Review payments for completed work and purchases.
• Document updates to facility records and drawings.
• Monitor performance and prepare reports on changes and maintenance effects.
• Recommend system adjustments for better efficiency and comfort.
• Maintain professional relations with customers, contractors, vendors, and staff.
• Apply knowledge of building control systems including remote monitoring and alarms.
• Respond to alarms and dispatch contractors as needed.
• Coordinate system adjustments and cleaning to maintain IAQ.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Building Automation Systems

Electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Contractor coordination

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant certificate or coursework

Tools

Trane BAS

Johnson Controls DDC

Diagnostic tools & meters

Job description

City Utilities in Springfield, MO is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs across facilities. You will monitor building automation systems, troubleshoot issues, respond to alarms, and coordinate work with contractors to ensure reliable operation.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma, 4+ years in heavy commercial HVAC, and licenses including a journeyman or master mechanical license. Knowledge of Trane BAS and Johnson Controls DDC is required.