HVAC, Ventilation and Fleet Services Technician

Linfield University; McMinnville (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Linfield University is seeking a Heating/Ventilation and Fleet Service Technician for the McMinnville campus. The role focuses on preventive and routine maintenance of heating, ventilation, and fleet equipment, reporting to the Utilities Supervisor.

The position is full-time and requires hands-on diagnostics, repairs, and preventive work across campus systems. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, an active refrigeration license or ability to obtain within six months,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active refrigeration license or ability to obtain within six months.
• Journey-level HVAC and control maintenance experience.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license.
• Five years of HVAC and control maintenance/repair experience.
• Three years refrigeration repair experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and specification drawings.
• Ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to complete paperwork and organize work orders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a preventive maintenance program for heating and ventilation systems.
• Perform jobs from start to finish, including material selection, ordering, setup, testing, quality assurance, and cleanup.
• Track labor hours, materials, and equipment.
• Inspect and service HVAC components and report issues.
• Repair motors, dampers, valves, and related controls.
• Repair and maintain fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Respond to emergency system problems and take appropriate action.
• Maintain clean and hazard-free work areas.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Refrigeration repair

Trade tools

Blueprint reading

Work prioritization

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Refrigeration license or ability to obtain within 6 months

Journey-level HVAC and control maintenance

Valid Oregon driver’s license

Tools

Trade hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

Job Location: McMinnville Campus - McMinnville, OR | Position Type: Full-Time | Salary Range: $26.08Hourly

Linfield University is seeking a skilled and dependable Heating/Ventilation and Fleet Service Technician to join our Facilities & Auxiliary Services team. This position supports essential campus heating and ventilation systems and fleet equipment. We encourage candidates with relevant maintenance and troubleshooting experience to apply.

Job Title

Heating/Ventilation and Fleet Service Technician

Department

Facilities & Auxiliary Services

Reports To

Utilities Supervisor

FTE

1.00

Job Summary

Responsible for preventive and routine maintenance, repair, alteration, installation, and improvement of the University heating and ventilation systems, subsystems, controls, and fleet service.

Key Responsibilities

HVAC Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of a preventive maintenance program for heating and ventilation systems.
• Perform jobs from start to finish, including material selection, ordering, setup, testing, quality assurance, and cleanup.
• Track labor hours, materials, and equipment.
• Perform preventive quality assurance inspections per routine maintenance procedures.
• Inspect and service filters, belts, and control devices; report unusual issues.
• Follow manufacturer cleaning instructions and ensure corrosion control.
• Perform scheduled cleaning of air grilles and ducts.
• Evaluate HVAC system operation and troubleshoot problems.
• Repair plumbing leaks and perform duct and sheet metal repairs.
• Participate in the asbestos abatement program.
• Repair motors, dampers, braces, control motors, and attachments.
• Rebuild actuator motors, control valves, and steam and water valves.
• Perform minor refrigerant system repairs, including evacuation and recharging.
• Measure air velocity and balance systems; update balance reports.
• Adjust motors and fans for optimum performance.
• Install new equipment, ductwork, and controls per specifications.

Fleet Services Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, maintain, and repair University vehicles and equipment.
• Perform diagnostic and preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills using proper tools.
• Respond to emergency system problems and take appropriate action.
• Prioritize work and maintain communication with supervisors.
• Maintain clean and hazard-free work areas.
• Occasionally operate heavy equipment and forklifts.
• Maintain parts, supplies, tools, and requisitions.
• Assemble and install new equipment.

Knowledge and Experience

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active refrigeration license or ability to obtain within six months.
• Journey-level HVAC and control maintenance experience.
• Valid Oregon driver's license.

Experience

• Five years of HVAC and control maintenance and repair experience.
• Three years of refrigeration repair experience.
• Experience using trade hand tools and test equipment.
• Experience with boilers and plant equipment preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and specification drawings.
• Ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to complete paperwork and organize work orders.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed indoors and outdoors, frequently in confined spaces, and may require a fitted respirator. Requires constant hearing, seeing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds. Includes exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards, weather conditions, and chemicals.

E-Verify

Linfield University participates in E-Verify to verify the identity and work eligibility of all new employees.