Position Details Position Information Requisition Number S4544P Home Org Name Preventive Maintenance Division Name VP, Facilities Management Position Title HVACR Technician I/II (1st shift) Job Class Code ND18/ND19 Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term No Limited Term Length Job Summary Auburn University Facilities Management is looking for a motivated and skilled HVACR Technician to help keep our campus comfortable, efficient, and running smoothly. As part of our Preventive Maintenance team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring that the university’s heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems are operating at their best—supporting the students, faculty, and staff who make Auburn such a special place. Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University? • Auburn University was named a “Best in Alabama” employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years. • Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity. • Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver. Essential Functions Level I: • Performs routine repairs and preventive maintenance to a variety of building heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration ( HVACR ) equipment including air handling units, heat pumps, exhaust fans, fan coil units, variable air volume boxes, motors, pumps, air distribution machinery, pneumatic and digital controls, hot and chilled water distribution and variable volume systems. Performs seasonal transitions of systems to and from heating and cooling. • Performs basic repairs of HVACR systems and equipment including air handling units, chillers, heat pumps, exhaust fans, fan coils units, variable air volume boxes, motors, pumps, air distribution machinery, pneumatic and digital controls, hot and chilled water distribution and variable volume systems. • Assists in major component replacement and systems repairs under the supervision of higher level technicians. Assists in executing HVACR system repair projects, such as the replacement of air handling units, chillers, or boilers as well as emergency repair efforts to repair such units. • May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on-call period or rotation. Work-ready status requires an employee to return to the worksite within forty-five minutes while being physically and mentally unimpaired and fit for duty, able to safely perform all essential job functions with no risk to self, coworkers, students, public, or property. Level II: • Performs installation, replacement, or repairs to a variety of building heating, ventilating, chillers, air conditioning, and refrigeration ( HVACR ) equipment including: refrigeration, air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, chillers, heat pumps, hermetic compressors, light commercial furnaces, boilers, burners, intake and exhaust fans, economizers, humidifiers, capacity controls, semi-hermetic compressors, split systems, flame safeguard controls, air compressors, air driers, and packaged units. • Assists in planning, scheduling, and executing major HVACR system repair projects, such as the replacement of air handling units, chillers, or boilers and to lead emergency repair efforts to repair such units. • Inspects and troubleshoots HVACR systems and their components (e.g. air handling units, chillers, heat exchanges, heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilation equipment, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating operating status and material condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending a proper course of action. • Oversees and plans assigned work orders using Facilities Management AIM work order system to prioritize and schedule work to best meet the need of Auburn University and its customers. Identifies options, develops solutions, and takes action when responding to customer requests. • May be required to serve in an on-call status and remain work-ready when scheduled for an on- call period or rotation. Work-ready status requires an employee to return to the worksite within forty-five minutes while being physically and mentally unimpaired and fit for duty, able to safely perform all essential job functions with no risk to self, coworkers, students, public, or property. Why Work at Auburn? • Life-Changing Impact : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. • Culture of Excellence : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. • We’re Here for You : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. • Sweet Home Alabama : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. • A Place for Everyone : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Level I- High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience as an HVACR technician. Level II- Some college; vocational or Associate’s Degree plus 5 years of experience as an HVACR technician. Substitutions allowed for Education: Level II- When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education. Internal candidates may be required to provide training and certification requirements as outlined by the Auburn University Facilities Management Policy for some positions: https://fm.auburn.edu/facilities-workforce-development/ Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Level I: • Knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration theories, principles, and systems operations. • Knowledge of understanding of all major HVACR system components; what they do, how they work, and how to install or replace them. • Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices for HVACR systems. • Basic knowledge of electrical systems, single phase and three phase electrical systems including wire sizing. • Basic knowledge of generator operation and repair, workplace safety, and safe work procedures. • An understanding of industrial safety procedures and practices pertaining to working around operation equipment. • Ability to perform preventative maintenance on HVACR equipment, such as changing filters and belts, cleaning units, working on thermostats, valves, ductwork, gauges, diffusers, etc. • Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVACR systems including proper recovery/reclaiming or refrigerant, finding and correcting superheat or sub cooling, sweat cooper, soldering/brazing, insulating refrigerant lines, performing leak test, flush lines. • Ability to assist in the installation, repair, and/or replacement of common HVACR system components such as AHUs, VAVs, DX Units, Hydronic systems, chillers, boilers, variable frequency drives, and heat exchangers. • Ability to wire circuits/components. • Ability to read blueprints and electrical and mechanical system drawings. Level II: • Journeyman level knowledge regarding the installation, maintenance, repair and proper operation of a wide array of complex HVACR systems. • Journeyman level knowledge regarding a wide array of complex HVACR systems components such as AHUs, VAVs, DX Units, Hydronic systems, chillers, boilers, variable frequency drives, and heat exchangers. • Journeyman level knowledge regarding troubleshooting, assessment, and diagnostic techniques for complex HVAC and refrigeration system problems. • Journeyman level knowledge regarding project management and the planning, directing, scheduling, and managing of HVACR system repair projects; HVACR control systems and the ability to install repair, and replace control components; digital controls and the ability to install, repair, and replace digital control components; pneumatic controls and the ability to install, repair, and replace pneumatic control components. • Journeyman level knowledge in the use of air and water flow measurement equipment and the ability to accurately use such equipment; building air and water “test and balance” procedures and practices and the ability to test and balance a building system. • Basic knowledge of fire alarm systems and how they interact with HVACR system operation and controls. • Supervisory skills, along with the ability to communicate tasks and direction to subordinates in a clear and concise manner. • Ability to install, repair, and/or replace a wide array of HVACR system components such as AHUs, VAVs, DX Units, Hydronic systems, chillers, boilers, variable frequency drives, and heat exchangers. • Ability to troubleshoot, assess, and diagnose routine HVAC and refrigeration systems problems. • Ability to assist in planning and executing HVACR system repair projects. • Ability to install, repair, and replace HVACR control components, digital control components, pneumatic control components. • Ability to accurately use of air and water flow measurement equipment. • Ability to test and balance a building system. • Ability to use building automatic systems (such as Johnson Controls Metasys system) to find and trouble shoot issues. Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Level I: Valid Driver’s License. Universal Refrigerant Card or must obtain within the first 90 days of employment. Level II: Valid Driver’s License. Universal Refrigerant Card. North American Technician Excellence ( NATE ) HVAC Support Technician Certification or approved equivalent per Auburn University Facilities Management Policy: “Training, Education & Certification Requirements for Mechanical and Electrical Trades Personnel”. Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications • Advanced Knowledge in Pneumatics and DDC controls for HVAC systems • Advanced knowledge in servicing and maintaining Air Cooled Chillers • Senior Analyst level for NATE . Posting Detail Information Salary Range $38,350-$69,780 Job Category Facilities/Skills Trades Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 06/27/2025 Closing Date Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more. Special Instructions to Applicants · Only completed applications will be considered, so please provide all requested information in each section. This should include all employment history and required application documents. · If required, be sure to attach cover letter and resume. · Please include a copy of any required or relevant certifications/licenses in the “Other Documents” section. · Please answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately. Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/54331 Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents • Resume • Cover Letter Optional DocumentsSupplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). • * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates. • LinkedIn • AcademicKeys • The Chronicle of Higher Education • DiversityJobs • HigherEdJobs • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium) • Indeed • RecruitMilitary • The Tuskegee News • Professional organization or journal • Veterans Assistance Services • Disability Assistance Services • State Employment Service • Social Media • AU Job Bulletin • Notified by an Auburn employee • College or university Career Services • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com) • Other • * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University: • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee • Not an Auburn or AUM employee • * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? • Yes • No • * Do you have at least 2 years of experience as an HVACR technician? • Yes • No • * Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to selection? • Yes • No
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