Senior HVAC Technician – Onsite Building Systems

University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tennessee Space Institute (UTSI) seeks an FS Trade Specialist IV specializing in HVAC to provide advanced skilled trade services for campus facilities. The role installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs building systems to support safe, reliable campus operations, often working independently with limited supervision.

The position performs complex trade work involving HVAC and related mechanical building systems, diagnoses non-routine issues, conducts preventative

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated experience performing skilled HVAC or related trade work involving facilities, infrastructure, or building systems.
• Knowledge of skilled trade methods, tools, materials, and safety practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, blueprints, and work orders.
• Ability to work independently and apply technical judgment to non-routine assignments.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage time effectively, and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, vendors, and campus stakeholders.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and comply with applicable codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced skilled trade work involving the installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC, mechanical, and related building systems and equipment.
• Diagnose system issues and determine appropriate corrective actions to restore safe and efficient operation.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities to improve reliability and efficiency of facilities systems.
• Respond to service requests and emergency calls to restore critical building operations.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and work orders to complete assigned work accurately.
• Coordinate work activities with other Facilities and Infrastructure staff to support campus operations, maintenance schedules, and projects.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Safety practices

Independent work

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational HVAC training

Job description

The University of Tennessee Space Institute (UTSI) seeks an FS Trade Specialist IV specializing in HVAC to provide advanced skilled trade services for campus facilities. The role installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs building systems to support safe, reliable campus operations, often working independently with limited supervision.

The position performs complex trade work involving HVAC and related mechanical building systems, diagnoses non-routine issues, conducts preventative