Temporary Help Pool - HVAC Technician

UT Health Sciences; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

UT Health Sciences in Memphis, TN seeks a Temporary HVAC Technician to support research, labs and campus operations by designing, fabricating, and maintaining specialized equipment and building systems.

This role requires six years of HVAC experience or equivalent, EPA Universal certification, OSHA 10, and a valid driver’s license; starting pay is $26.00 per hour, with potential after-hours work and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, pumps, pneumatics, hydraulics.
• Experience fabricating and repairing custom mechanical components.
• Experience with diagnosing and repairing complex systems.
• Ability to work independently and in teams

Responsibilities

• Design, assemble, and maintain custom scientific/lab equipment and control systems.
• Fabricate and repair mechanical/electronic parts not readily available.
• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC/refrigeration systems and large machinery.
• Conduct routine maintenance to ensure reliable operations of HVAC and fluid systems.
• Evaluate performance, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide training to student workers or junior staff
• Develop preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment lifespan
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, codes, and environmental standards
• Perform inspections and generate reports on system conditions and risks

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Fabrication & welding

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Machine shop equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

This position is not benefit eligible.

The Temporary HVAC Technician provides advanced technical expertise in support of the university’s academic, research, and operational needs. This position bridges research support with facilities operations by designing, fabricating, and maintaining specialized laboratory equipment while also ensuring the continuous performance of campus mechanical and building systems. This role involves performing various operations and services essential to maintain critical infrastructure and ensuring continuous operations.

Starting rate of $26.00/hour

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to design, assemble, and maintain custom scientific and laboratory equipment, including computer-based control systems.
• Fabricates, adapts, and repairs specialized mechanical and electronic parts not readily available through commercial sources.
• Installs, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical equipment such as refrigeration units, pumps, compressors, ductwork, sheet metal systems, and large-scale machinery weighing up to 15 tons.
• Conducts routine maintenance and adjustments to ensure reliable operation of heating, cooling, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems serving research and instructional spaces.
• Evaluates system performance, identify deficiencies, and implement solutions to minimize downtime and ensure continuity of services.
• Provides technical training and mentorship to student workers or junior staff engaged in mechanical, fabrication, or repair projects.
• Develop, modify, and implement preventive maintenance programs to improve system reliability and extend equipment lifespan.
• Ensures compliance with university safety protocols, building codes, OSHA regulations, and environmental standards when performing repairs and modifications.
• Performs detailed inspections and generate reports on system conditions, potential risks, and recommended corrective actions.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. (TRANSCRIPT IS REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE: Six (6) years of HVAC-related experience; OR combination of education and experience to equal six (6) years. Must have a valid Driver’s License.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Shelby County 1st class refrigeration operator’s license, EPA Universal Certification, and OSHA 10 Certification or higher required OR obtain Shelby County 1st class refrigeration operator’s license, EPA Universal Certification, and OSHA 10 Certification within six months of hire. Valid Driver’s License is required. (COPY OF LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED)

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of mechanical systems: HVAC, refrigeration, pumps, pneumatics, hydraulics.
• Knowledge of fabrication methods, machining, and welding.
• Skill troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical systems.
• Skill fabricating and adapting specialized components.
• Ability to work independently and in teams under changing priorities.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and system failures.
• Knowledge of OSHA, safety codes, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Skill using diagnostic tools, machine shop, and welding equipment.
• Ability to safely work in labs, mechanical rooms, outdoor and confined spaces.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is required to report to designated work locations to ensure the operation of essential campus functions or departments during an emergency, or when the University has suspended or delayed operations. May occasionally work weekends and evenings. May require overnight travel.

This position is not benefit eligible.