<p>Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job</p> <p>Announcement</p> <p>Details</p> <p>Open Date 12/10/2025 Requisition Number PRN43789B Job Title HVAC Technicians Working Title HVAC Technician Career Progression Track S00 Track Level S4 - Highly Skilled, S3 - Skilled FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary</p> <p>8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday</p> <p>Overtime as needed and on-call required.</p> <p>VP Area President Department 00460 - Sunnyside Apartments Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $30.00 to $33.00/h DOE Close Date 01/23/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary</p> <p>The HVAC Technician will install, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems for Sunnyside Apartments, including both central plant equipment and building-specific mechanical systems. This role supports Sunnyside operations and helps maintain system reliability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.</p> <p>Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu</p> <p>The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems across Sunnyside facilities.</p> <p>Perform efficiency tests and preventive maintenance, while recommending system improvements.</p> <p>Assist in design and planning for system upgrades or plumbing integrations.</p> <p>Ensure compliance with local and national HVAC regulations.</p> <p>Recharge air conditioning and refrigeration systems using appropriate refrigerants.</p> <p>Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration-related electrical components.</p> <p>Help maintain cooling towers and water-cooled equipment.</p> <p>Utilize building automation systems for monitoring and diagnostics.</p> <p>Complete documentation and participate in rotating on-call schedule.</p> <p>Mentor or assist less experienced technicians depending on level.</p> <p>Work with a diverse range of equipment including water cooled heat pumps, cooling towers, pumps, air handlers, and refrigeration systems.</p> <p>Perform efficiency testing and system optimization.</p> <p>Use BAS controls for diagnostics and operation.</p> <p>Participate in after-hours on-call rotations.</p> <p>Work collaboratively with skilled team members while also exercising independent problem-solving.</p> <p>Other duties, as assigned.</p> <p>HVAC Technician, III.</p> <p>Completes assignments with little supervision. May assist less-experienced team members.</p> <p>Requires 3+ years of related experience.</p> <p>This is a Skilled Level position in the Support track.</p> <p>HVAC Technician, IV</p> <p>May mentor less-experienced team members.</p> <p>Requires 5+ years of related experience.</p> <p>This is a Highly Skilled Level position in the Support track.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).</p> <p>Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:</p> <p>HVAC Technician, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience.</p> <p>HVAC Technician, IV: Requires 5+ years of related experience.</p> <p>Preferences Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information</p> <p>The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.</p> <p>This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.</p> <p>The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.</p> <p>Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.</p> <p>Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.</p> <p>To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/</p> <p>Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu</p> <p>https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.</p> <p>Posting Specific Questions</p> <p>Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).</p> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>What is your highest level of completed education? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>None</p> </li><li> <p>High School Diploma or Equivalent</p> </li><li> <p>Associate Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Master's Degree</p> </li><li> <p>Doctorate Degree</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>How many years of related work experience do you have? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Less than 2 years</p> </li><li> <p>2 years or more, but less than 4 years</p> </li><li> <p>4 years or more, but less than 6 years</p> </li><li> <p>6 years or more, but less than 8 years</p> </li><li> <p>8 years or more, but less than 10 years</p> </li><li> <p>10 years or more, but less than 12 years</p> </li><li> <p>12 years or more, but less than 14 years</p> </li><li> <p>14 years or more</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>How many years of HVAC experience do you have? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>None</p> </li><li> <p>1 year</p> </li><li> <p>2 years</p> </li><li> <p>3 years</p> </li><li> <p>4 or more years</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Are you licensed to handle refrigerant, a 608 certification? </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li><li> <ul> <li>Do you have a valid drivers license </li></ul> </li><li> <p>Yes</p> </li><li> <p>No</p> </li></ul> <p>Applicant Documents</p> <p>Required Documents</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>List of References </li></ul> <p>Optional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Cover Letter </li></ul>