HVACR Controls Technician — Campus Maintenance

Central Michigan University; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University is seeking an HVACR / Controls Technician to install, operate, maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and energy management systems.

The role requires an Associate degree in HVAC, 5+ years of commercial HVACR experience, relevant certifications, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Regular 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. hours; on-call, overtime, weekends and outdoor work are required.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to an Associate’s Degree in HVAC.
• Five years of work experience in commercial HVACR.
• Type II or IV Refrigerant Handling Technician Certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain cooling tower certification within one year.
• Working knowledge of HVACR controls and installation/adjustment of circuits.
• Knowledge of computer controls and related equipment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team with high service standards.
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings and use email/internet.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to be on-call and lift 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs skilled work in installation, maintenance, and repair of HVACR and related systems.
• Maintains boilers, air handling, chillers, cooling towers, and related components.
• Performs preventive maintenance and routine repairs on steam traps and systems.
• Maintains HVAC controls and computer interfaces; analyzes system performance.
• Coordinates with vendors, contractors, and other trades as needed.
• Plans work, sources materials, and maintains equipment records.
• Operates tools, meters, and testing devices to diagnose issues.
• Works outdoors in all seasons and adheres to safety standards.

Skills

HVACR systems

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Control circuits (digital/pneumatic)

On-call readiness

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree in HVAC

Tools

Energy management systems

Job description

Central Michigan University is seeking an HVACR / Controls Technician to install, operate, maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and energy management systems.

The role requires an Associate degree in HVAC, 5+ years of commercial HVACR experience, relevant certifications, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Regular 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. hours; on-call, overtime, weekends and outdoor work are required.