Hvac Maintenance Technician - Air Conditioning/Refrigeration

A rare opportunity to maximize technical skills and potential, while enjoying career stability. Join the MSU Bozeman team of technicians responsible for operating industry-leading technologies, including central heat pump plants and geothermal bore fields.

This position is responsible for performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of refrigerant-based HVAC/R equipment across the MSU Bozeman campus. Work vehicle, tools, specialized training, clothing allowance, computer workstation, vacation, sick leave, retirement package and an excellent work environment are provided.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and troubleshoot all types of refrigerant based HVAC systems, including some limited specialty food service and laboratory equipment.
• Perform repairs and oversee repairs by outside contractors for specialized refrigerant based HVAC/R systems and equipment on an “as needed basis.”
• Work individually or as a team member as job conditions demand.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Valid Universal EPA Certification for proper handling and use of refrigerants.

• High school diploma or equivalent plus ONE of the following:
  • Five (5) years full-time (or part-time equivalent) work experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of HVAC equipment.
  • Successful completion of Vocational/Technical institute training (minimum of two years).
  • 1,200 hours of equivalent formal certification program training in refrigeration, air-conditioning, and/or controls.
  • Journeyman-level pipefitter-refrigeration certification or equivalent.

• 1,200 hours of equivalent formal certification program training in refrigeration, air-conditioning, and/or controls.
• Five (5) years full-time (or part-time equivalent) work experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of HVAC equipment.
• Journeyman-level pipefitter-refrigeration certification or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Vocational/Technical institute training (minimum of two years).

• Demonstrated competence using specialized equipment of the HVAC/R industry such as welding, soldering/brazing, digital multi-meter, recovery equipment, vacuum pumps, etc.

• Demonstrated competence using personal computers and software.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience working in a university, institutional or commercial environment.

• Experience with the operation of computerized building management/controls systems.

• Experience with computerized maintenance systems.

The Successful Candidate Will

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

Physical Demands

• Troubleshooting energized equipment in a safe and qualified manner.
• Ability to transverse elevated catwalks, stairs, ladders, ascending/descending manholes and crawlspaces.
• Working under temperature extremes.
• Performing physical tasks associated with the operation of HVAC/R equipment, including valve operations, moving materials (package weights to 50 pounds is common), and maintenance/repair work.
• Working with and around moving equipment such as motors, pumps and fans.
• Handling and feeding water treatment chemicals and reagents.

This position has supervisory duties?

No

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

Upon completion of a successful search

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Special Instructions

Diversity Statement

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment/dualcareer.html.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html.

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