HVAC Control Technician

Gonzaga University, United States

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Spokane, WASHINGTON
Deadline: 19 Apr 2024

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Who We Are
At Gonzaga we don’t just state our mission. We live it every day as a Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic University. It is the reason we exist and the foundation for our purpose: educating students for lives of leadership and service. From students to faculty and staff members, everyone here knows what we stand for – and they know how valuable our mission is to the success of our institution.
Our diverse selection of benefits is part of Gonzaga’s commitment to care for and meet the needs of our employees and their families. The University provides full-time employees in their first year: a PPO Medical plan administered by Premera Blue Cross, employer-paid dental programs through Delta Dental, vision coverage through VSP, employer-paid Life Insurance, and optional employee-paid Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial, TIAA 403(b) Retirement plan including free onsite financial planning and advising, Employee Assistance Program through Supportlinc, Zagfit Wellness program with access to GU’s onsite fitness center and Spokane Transit Authority (STA) bus passes. Additionally, full-time (40 hours per week) staff employees accrue 4 hours of sick time per pay period (pro-rated for less than 40 hours/week), vacation time starting at 5 hours per pay period (pro-rated for less than 40 hours/week) and 17 paid holidays. Additional benefits such as Long Term Disability and Tuition Waivers are available after the first year of employment.
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Position Title HVAC Control Technician
Posting Number S2197P
Department Maintenance
Work Schedule
Schedule is – M-F 7 am – 3:30 pm
Non-exempt, multiple shifts, full-time: Department services Gonzaga University community on various day, evening, weekend shifts. Generally, shifts are assigned, and reassignment to other shifts may occur over time.
Employment Status Regular
Temporary or Fixed-Term Assignment End Date
Hours per Week 40
Months per Year 12
Job Purpose
​The HVAC Controls Technician monitors and assesses the operation of HVAC and other systems by way of a campus-wide Energy Management and Control System (EMCS) on a daily basis to assure safe, proper & efficient operation. Employees assigned to this position will install, service, repair, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on pneumatic, electric, electronic, and direct digital control (DDC) systems for heating, cooling, refrigeration and metering equipment.​
Anticipated/Budgeted Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week)
Minimum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 60902
Salary Midpoint (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 71650
Maximum Salary (Annualized 12 months, 40 hours/week) 82398


Essential Functions


Essential Function Category Title HVAC/R Controls maintenance and repair
% of time for section 90%
Function Details
  • Repair, maintenance, and servicing of HVAC/R equipment and controls, including but not limited to low pressure steaming boilers and hydronic boilers of various sizes, residential and commercial furnaces, packaged rooftop units, reciprocating, scroll and centrifugal chillers from 2 to 500-ton capacity, multi-zone air handling units, and their components: fans, belts, drives, dampers, damper operators (pneumatic and electronic), speed drives and control valves.
  • Experience in the building commissioning process including an understanding of the principles of system balancing for both air and hydronic systems.
  • Establish building occupancy schedules and keep them current throughout the academic school year, altering as needed for special events and holidays.
  • Establish and alter EMCS operating parameters such as setpoints, reset schedules, optimum start settings, and other control variables.
  • Diagnose and respond to system problems and customer requests or complaints by troubleshooting from the system-wide programming level down to the component level: sensors, controllers and mechanical operators.
  • Read and interpret wiring schematics and DDC control logic.
  • Use test equipment such as multi-meters, amp probes, air, and water flow measurement devices, setting up data acquisition systems, calibrating sensors and tuning control loops.
  • Install and modify HVAC equipment according to manufacturer’s installation manuals, integrating their operation into existing systems to improve operation and/or efficiency.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems in a timely manner according to schedules from the University maintenance policies and procedures.
  • Examine existing systems and make recommendations for repair, renovation, and upgrades.
  • Determines and procures the necessary parts and equipment utilizing University resources and appropriate outside vendors as required
  • Modify and upgrade HVAC equipment and control systems to accommodate new technology and/or energy conservation.
  • Assist in troubleshooting, upgrading or replacing control equipment such as lighting, security, and fire alarm systems that interface with the campus wide EMCS.
  • Assist vendors and plant staff with system shutdowns and scheduled outages.
  • Coordinate with outside contractors as necessary.
  • Fill in after-hours and on weekends in order to keep campus systems operating as required.
    • This position is subject to after-hour callbacks for emergencies and seasonal shift changes.

  • The conversion of conceptual ideas, identified by a member of the community, into a cost-effective and functional end product.
  • The ability to manage projects, including design, estimating, material identification and time management.
  • Procure necessary parts and equipment utilizing University resources (warehouse) and appropriate outside vendors.
  • Perform cost accounting of project materials and labor time.
  • Essential functions listed here require the physical and environmental demands to carry out these duties.


Other Functions


Other Functions
  • Participate positively in department meetings, training activities, continuing education programs and other associated department activities.
  • The ability to perform skills in other maintenance crafts.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.


University Competencies


University Work Values
Promoting Excellence in Academic Endeavors and Professional Practice
• Fostering intellectual depth, competence, reflection, and creativity in pursuing exemplary, rather than satisfactory, outcomes
Sharing Responsibility for Mission Identity and Leadership
• Making a personal commitment to learn about Gonzaga’s mission, discovering ways to contribute individually and collaboratively to our distinctive learning and research community
Affirming a Commitment to Human Dignity
• Engaging one another with profound respect, professionalism, and cura personalis while supporting one another’s continued learning, development, and maximizing of potential
Advancing a Culture of Inclusiveness
• Developing cultural fluencies and global awarenesses, and practicing habits that enable us to value, recruit, and support community members from historically underrepresented backgrounds
Caring for Our Common Home and Integral Ecology
• Growing ecological awareness of and respect for the interconnectedness of human and non-human life, and the need to develop and practice habits that are mutually beneficial to all life
Cultivating Individual and Community Accountability
• Demonstrating mutual commitment to our shared project by holding ourselves and others responsible for actions, expecting appropriate behavior, and aligning activities with ethical and professional standards


Qualifications/Knowledge Required/Years Experience Required


Degree Required HS diploma or GED
Certifications and/or Licensures required
  • ​City of Spokane Mechanics II gas license​
  • Washington State L&I 06A Electrical License
Knowledge Required Specialist Knowledge in field
Years Experience Required 5-7.99 years
Minimum Qualifications
  • Knowledge of building maintenance, repair techniques, and materials.
  • Ability to use various power equipment, including drills, roto-hammers, hand tools, etc.
  • Knowledge of safety hazards and precautions related to the building and maintenance trades.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to work independently, as well as establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with staff, faculty, and students.
  • Valid driver’s license; proven driving ability with good driving record.
  • Ability to work on weekends, shift work, overtime, and on-call.
  • Ability to pass pre-employment physical as required for the position.
Desired Qualifications
​​N/A
Physical / Environmental Qualifications
These physical and environmental demands are considered essential to completing the essential functions.
  • Frequent exposure to disagreeable environmental conditions, including inclement weather, dirt, and dust.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds, occasionally.
  • Ability to operate power equipment including vehicles.
  • Physical strength in back, arms, and legs to be able to perform tasks as related to the position.
  • Ability to handle routine exposure to chemicals, aerosols, thinners, solvents, paints, etc.
  • Capable of working at heights, occasionally.
  • Close contact with various types of building materials.
  • The capability of working in various positions including standing for long periods of time.


Posting Detail Information


Open Date 04/05/2024
Close Date 04/19/2024
Open Until Filled No
Application Review Begins On 04/19/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996.
Clery Statement
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics
The safety of all members of the campus community is of vital concern to Gonzaga University. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the law enforcement authority of Campus Security, policies concerning the reporting of any crimes which occurred on the campus (and other specified locations), other security and safety-related policies, as well as the crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be found in the Campus Safety and Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report. The Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide is also available.
A copy of the report can be found online at www.Gonzaga.edu/Clery . A paper copy of the Campus Safety & Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report or the Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide may be obtained by contacting the Student Development Office on main campus, College Hall 120. The Florence Guide may also be obtained on the Florence campus in room 105.

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