HVAC Maintenance Technician (HVAC/Refrigeration)

Montana State University, United States

Updated: about 23 hours ago
Location: Bozeman, MONTANA
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Position Details
Position Information


Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 25351
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Austin Cochran
austin.cochran@montana.edu
(406) 994-6017
Classification Title Refrigeration Technician
Working Title HVAC Maintenance Technician (HVAC/Refrigeration)
Brief Position Overview
The HVAC Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of HVAC equipment across the MSU Bozeman Campus.
Position Number 4N1426, 4N0602, 4N0115
Department Facility Services
Division University Services
Appointment Type Skilled Craft
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation Plumbers
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary $37.56 - $44.73 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type Skilled Craft
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Recruitment Type Open

Position Details


General Statement
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 graduation or G.E.D. plus ONE of the following:
    • Two (2) years full-time (or part-time equivalent) work experience in the HVAC industry.
    • Successful completion of Vocational/Technical institute training (minimum of two years)

  • Familiar with 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.
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    Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
  • Competence using specialized equipment of the HVAC/R industry such as welding, soldering/brazing, digital multi-meter, recovery equipment, vacuum pumps, etc.
  • Experience with heat pump systems.
  • Experience with the operation of computerized building management/controls systems.
  • Experience with computerized maintenance systems.
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    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 Information
    Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver’s license, must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days of hire.)
    The final candidate selected for this position will be required to successfully pass a background check.
    This position can be hired at one of four levels:
  • Refrigeration Technician-In-Training – $37.560/hour
    Staff at this level meet the minimum qualifications listed above.
  • Refrigeration Technician I – $39.810/hour
    Includes the position requirements of the Refrigeration Technician-In-Training and candidate must possess enhanced technical capabilities such as use of specialized equipment of the HVAC/R industry, experience with operation and maintenance of heat pump systems and operation of computerized building management/controls systems.
  • Refrigeration Technician II – $42.200/hour
    Includes the position requirements of the Refrigeration Technician I and candidate must possess enhanced technical capabilities such as ability to independently diagnose control circuits or geothermal heat pump systems. Includes general understanding of campus cooling systems such as chillers, cooling towers and closed loop systems.
  • Refrigeration Technician III – $44.730/hour
    Includes position requirements of a Refrigeration Technician I and Refrigeration Technician II. Candidate can oversee programs and complex projects from start-to-finish with minimal supervision such as all aspects of chiller, cooling tower and closed loop system operation and maintenance. Includes demonstrated competence with specialty systems such as lab equipment and food service equipment, and campus geothermal energy districts. Staff must be willing and able to lead/train others in processes and procedures.


    • An in-house Training Program is in place for Refrigeration Technicians to acquire additional skills.
    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.
    Our benefits package includes:

    • Medical / Dental / Vision
    • Retirement
    • Tuition waiver
    • Annual and sick leave
    • Holiday pay
    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 3
    Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search
    Position End Date (if temporary)
    Open Date
    Close Date
    Applications will be:
    Screening of applications will begin on May 5, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
    Special Instructions
    EEO Statement
    Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
    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.