HVAC Maintenance Technician

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 HVAC 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 HVAC systems and commercial and residential equipment, including some limited specialty food service and laboratory equipment.
• Perform repairs and oversee repairs by outside contractors for specialized HVAC 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.

• Demonstrated competence using specialized equipment of the HVAC and HVAC 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

• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment.
• Provide and promote strong customer service to the campus community.
• Communicate effectively with employees and the public both in person and other forms of communications.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with supervisor, coworkers, customers and the public.
• Effectively operate and respect work-related equipment.
• Maintain computerized records, work proficiently with computerized maintenance management systems, e-mail and other computer applications as required.
• Be a successful team player.
• Represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.

Position Special Requirements/Additional InformationMust possess currently or be eligible to obtain a valid State of Montana Driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record (less than 12 points). Do NOT send a copy of the driver’s license.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands

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

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 4
Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:Review of applications will be on a continual basis, until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

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

Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran’s status, sex, age, political ideas, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.

Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, PO Box 172520, Montana State University, Bozeman MT 59717-2520; 406-994-3651; recruitment@montana.edu .

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.

MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/equity/policies/grievanceprocedures.html.