Job Description
HVAC Mechanic
Posting Number: SP005218P
Division/College: Facilities Management
Department: Facilities Management-Shops/Misc.
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement:
Position Overview:
The position ensures proper operation of HVAC mechanical systems.
This is an essential position that will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.
Duties may include:
- Respond to service calls
- Assist with troubleshooting HVAC systems
- Test systems for proper operation
- Diagnose problems and malfunctions
- Maintain, repair and replace parts and equipment
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Three years working with HVAC systems, including air handlers, pumps and associated mechanical equipment OR possess a current State of Idaho HVAC Journeyman’s license
Required Education:
- None
Required Other:
- Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
- Ability to respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend call-out duty on a regular rotation
- Be at least 18 years of age
Additional Preferred:
- HVAC trade vocational certificate
- Experience in the following areas:
- Maintaining and repairing air handler units, fan coil units, fume hoods and unit heaters
- Installing commercial air handling equipment and associated ductwork
- Maintaining pumps, valves, air compressors and electric motors
- Using and maintaining tools and equipment normally associated with HVAC mechanical repair and service
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Must be able to:
- Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
- Climb and work from ladders, scaffolding and scissor lifts
- Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Work in inclement weather conditions
- Participate in a medical surveillance program and respirator fit test
Degree Requirement:
N/A: No degree requirement
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE: 1.0
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 03/31/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
The priority consideration date for applications is 4/15/26. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.
When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51213
