HVACR Technican

Job Summary:

The PMT-II HVACR Technician will operate, monitor, service, and/or repair Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) systems, and associated hardware for all CU Anschutz Campus buildings. The technician will respond to emergency calls about HVACR problems and emergencies throughout the campus. This position helps to ensure the safest and most efficient operation of equipment for the HVACR systems at CU Anschutz.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completes work requests for preventive maintenance and repairs to refrigeration systems. Inspects, replaces, adjusts, programs, and calibrates electronic and refrigeration controls and components. Install, repair, and replace systems and components. Systems include 4°C to 37°C environmental rooms, process chillers, and walk-in freezers. Operates university vehicles to transport equipment and tools to work sites. Records maintenance data in a computer.
• Completes work requests for preventive maintenance, repairs, and installations to building and occupant-owned heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) systems, components, and controls. Operates university vehicles to transport equipment and tools to work sites. Records work performed in a work order data system. Types of systems include package systems, split systems, chillers, CRAC units, AHUs, FCUs, RTUs, exhaust fans, humidifiers, furnaces, and snow melters.
• Uses servicing and recovery equipment to recover CFC, HCFC, and HFC-type refrigerants, while following EPA guidelines. Stores and reuses all types of refrigerants. Participates in and monitors the refrigerant recovery program. Enters information into a database and maintains hard-copy records of all refrigerant handling activities. Accurately weighs and records tank tare weights and gross weights. Performs mathematical functions to correctly and accurately calculate amounts used.
• Provides training and assistance to other employees.
• Participate and assist in emergencies based on their magnitude and nature. Supports various special events both in preparation and during the event.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located at Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora.

Why Join Us:

Apply today to be part of a team, where the focus is on doing the job right, not maximizing profit. Working at a campus allows you to learn the buildings, equipment, and people, without always having to walk into an unfamiliar situation. We are looking for someone with a solid background in the industry. Someone with a good attitude, who works well with others, and has the desire to learn more.

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 hand and specialty tools you need will be provided. Here you can have an improved work-life balance, where the times you will have to work outside of your normal schedule are rare. Your work at Anschutz will directly support medical research and education. Come to a place where you can have a career, not just another job. For more information about the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, please visit www.cuanschutz.edu

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, holidays, and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

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:

• This position requires three years of experience in the HVACR industry. 
• This position requires EPA Universal Certification to work with refrigerants on all types of equipment. If the applicant does not currently possess a Universal (Type 1, 2, and 3), then the applicant must agree to obtain it within 6 months of hire.

Substitution: Appropriate education or successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship related to HVACR can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

NOTE: This position has been designated as essential personnel and will be required to respond to emergencies as needed. Position may also be required to stay late, come in early, or cover shifts as needed. If hired, you will be required to provide effective off-hours phone contact info for emergency call-in purposes.

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:

•  At least four years of experience in the HVACR industries.
• Commercial HVACR experience. 
• Experience with medium and/or low-temperature refrigeration applications. 
• Experience working with chillers.
• Experience with large motor and bearing repairs – 10HP and above. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• This position requires the ability to work and communicate with customers, peers, and trades helpers.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to manage stressful situations calmly and professionally.
• Mechanical ability: able to learn how to diagnose and troubleshoot a problem and be able to fix it. 
• Physical ability that meets the physical requirements assessment for the position

How to Apply:

Questions should be directed to: Megan Freije at [email protected]

Application Materials Instructions:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This announcement is open until May 10, 2024.

To apply, please submit the following materials to this posting:

• A cover letter and resume that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines your qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Classified Staff positions have specific application requirements:

• Submit all required documents indicated in this posting and include a current email address and phone number. 
• Please address minimum qualifications, competencies, and preferred qualifications in your cover letter, as these along with previous work experience will be used in the assessment process.
• Click here to view Veteran and other General Information regarding Classified Staff positions: https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

For those who meet minimum qualifications, the comparative analysis process will include one or all of the following: 

• Preferred Qualifications Application Review based on the preferred qualifications listed in the posting. 
• Candidates will be evaluated and rated against the preferred qualifications based on information submitted within their application materials.  Note: Candidates are not physically present for this portion of the comparative analysis. 
• Interviews based on the job requirements, preferred qualifications, and competencies listed in the posting. 
• Candidates will be evaluated, scored, and ranked based on oral responses
• Interviews may be over the phone, videoconference or in-person

You will be notified via email if the comparative analysis process changes or includes additional assessment tools other than those listed above.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE PER MONTH ($4,669 – $5,136).

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of compensation at the time of posting.

This position is/is not eligible for overtime compensation.

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

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 [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 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 . 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 .