Onsite HVACR Technician — Critical Systems & Safety

Woodland Park Zoo; Washington; On-site; USD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Park Zoo is seeking a skilled HVAC professional to install, operate, maintain and repair HVACR systems across a busy, mission-driven facility. The role requires diagnosing complex issues, maintaining critical equipment, and contributing to safe, reliable operations in support of the zoo’s daily functions.

The candidate will work onsite with a Monday–Friday schedule, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and may be required for on-call weekend coverage to address emergencies and urgent equipment

Qualifications

• A highly skilled HVAC professional with broad expertise in HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Strong safety focus with knowledge of lockout/tagout, confined space and fall protection.
• Customer-focused, responsive to emergencies and able to balance multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains and repairs HVACR components including chillers, heat pumps, boilers and ventilation systems.
• Monitors and adjusts direct digital control systems for optimal performance.
• Responds to routine and emergency HVAC calls and documents maintenance activities.
• Plans preventive and corrective work and updates schedules and reports.
• Works collaboratively across trades to ensure reliable facility operations.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical knowledge

Plumbing systems

Safety culture

Tools

Direct digital control

VAV systems

Job description

Woodland Park Zoo is seeking a skilled HVAC professional to install, operate, maintain and repair HVACR systems across a busy, mission-driven facility. The role requires diagnosing complex issues, maintaining critical equipment, and contributing to safe, reliable operations in support of the zoo’s daily functions.

The candidate will work onsite with a Monday–Friday schedule, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and may be required for on-call weekend coverage to address emergencies and urgent equipment