Pipe Mechanical Trades II – HVAC Technician

University of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Colorado Denver Campus is seeking a PMT-II Facilities Maintenance HVAC Technician (Housing) to perform corrective and preventive maintenance on HVAC/R systems. The role involves on-call after hours, weekends, and holidays to support 24/7 operations across campus.

The position requires CFC Universal Certification and at least four years of HVAC/R experience with two years working on process chillers. Proficiency in CMMS and BAS is expected, with a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current CFC Universal Certification to work with refrigerants.
• Four years of progressively responsible experience in HVAC/R with at least two years on process chillers.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Effectively communicate with vendors and contractors.
• Maintain reports and inventory via electronic records and database.
• Operate university vehicles to transport tools/equipment to sites.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies and set priorities by urgency.
• Adjust BAS to building systems operating parameters.
• Collaborate with team to improve performance.
• Participate in after-hours call-back rotation.

Skills

CFC Universal Certification

HVAC/R experience

BAS/CMMS knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

CMMS

BAS

Job description

Job Title: Pipe Mechanical Trades II – HVAC Technician

Join the Facilities Management Department on the University of Colorado Denver Campus as a PMT-II Facilities Maintenance HVAC Technician (Housing). This is a full-time state classified position. The PMT-II Facilities Maintenance HVAC Technician position: On‑call after hours (which includes weekends and holidays to support 24 hours a day, 7 days‑a‑week operation). Maintain all facilities and operating systems in safe and efficient working order. The Refrigeration Technician position operates, monitors, services and\/or repairs a wide array of refrigeration equipment, HVAC systems, and associate hardware for all CU Denver campus buildings. It responds to emergency calls pertaining to HVAC and refrigeration problems, and emergencies throughout the campus, and ensures the safest and most efficient operation and training of personnel for the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) systems at CU Denver. The position handles work requests related work for occupants owned HVAC/R systems. You will record issues and make work reports via email, log your work in CMMS and monitor building systems in BAS and perform various other duties and tasks as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Effective Communication with vendors and contractors
• Maintain reports and inventory via electronic records and database.
• Operate university vehicles to transport necessary tools/equipment to work sites.
• Respond to alarms\/emergencies and make resolution. Set priorities based on urgency.
• Make necessary changes in BAS to various building systems operating parameters.
• Collaborate with team members to improve team performance.
• Work closely with the supervisor to implement leadership directives.
• Participate in after-hours call‑back rotation.

Work Location

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver, Colorado.

Why Join Us

Apply today to be part of a team, where the focus is supporting the University’s mission of educating the next generation. We are looking for someone with a solid maintenance\/service background. Someone who works well with others and has the desire to learn more and develop new skills.

You will be set up for success. We will provide you with the training necessary to become proficient in the equipment we maintain. There are also paid external training opportunities for beneficial technical and professional development courses. All of the hand and specialty tools you need will be provided. We offer a robust training program for anyone interested in growing their career options. From hands‑on work with journey level technicians and online self‑paced technical training, to paid external trades certifications and CU employee tuition assistance, CU can be the place to boost your career trajectory. Come to a place where you can develop a career, not just another job. For more information about the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical campus please visit: www.ucdenver.edu.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement Plans: State pension (PERA Defined Benefit) or 401(a) - Employer contributes between 10% and 21.5% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: Between 12/year and 24/year (maximum accrual between 192 hours and 384 hours) – specific amount depends on length of total State of Colorado service
• Sick Days: 10/year (360 hour maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Please make sure to include the following in your resume: job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours worked per week as minimum experience is calculated on a 40 hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a current CFC Universal Certification, in order to work with CFC’s, HCFC’s, and HFC’s
• Four years of progressively responsible experience in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration industry, with a minimum of two-year experience working with process chillers

Substitutions

• Successful completion of a formalized heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration apprenticeship program, or higher level, non‑correspondence course work in the same fields from an accredited vocational school or university may substitute for the experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with VRF refrigeration systems
• Experience entering, updating and modifying information in a database.
• Experience in refrigeration that includes inspecting, replacing, adjusting and calibrating electronic and refrigeration controls and components.
• Experience in performing mathematical functions to correctly and accurately calculate amounts of refrigerants used.
• Experience in performing preventive maintenance and repairs to HVAC/R systems and components.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience that demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds
• Experience that demonstrates strong customer service skills
• Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written form which includes the ability to check for typographical, grammatical and spelling errors.
• Mechanical Ability
• Physical Ability
• Planning and organization skills.
• Knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail] .

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range for this position has been established as $4,906 – $5,690 per month). This position may be eligible for a one time non-base building sign‑on bonus up to $2,000. Details of this recruitment incentive program will be provided during the interview process. This position is eligible for overtime compensation. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If you have prior state-classified service in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024. For more information about the Step Pay Program, please visit the 2024 Step Pay Program for State of Colorado Employees | DHR. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125