Job Summary
The Housing Facilities Services (HFS) unit at the
University of Colorado, Boulder is seeking applications for
an
HVAC Technician! This position is responsible for the
operation, maintenance, and repair of building wide heating,
ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems in a
complex university housing environment that includes residence
halls, apartment complexes, office and administrative spaces, food
service areas, and classrooms. Additionally, this role supports a
diverse portfolio of facilities to ensure reliable system
performance, occupant comfort, and safe building operations.
Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and
repairs on mechanical systems such as air handlers, chillers,
boilers, energy recovery units, and fan coil units, while
responding to service calls and resolving issues efficiently. This
position contributes to indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and
sustainability goals, and works collaboratively with other trades
and capartnerslders. Adheres to all safety guidelines, codes, and
regulatory requirements to maintain compliant and high-performing
facilities.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
Who We Are
The
Division of Student
Life consists of 36 departments that provide student
support and services dedicated to helping students become
successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU
Boulder.
Housing Facilities Services (HFS)
Housing Facilities Services (HFS) is a comprehensive facility
management operation that provides around-the-clock support to over
10,000 residents and 20,000 conference guests annually. Services
include maintenance, repair, renovation, project management,
capital construction, housekeeping and grounds-keeping operations.
HFS has approximately 200 full-time employees and approximately 60
part-time and student staff, who all strive to give residents the
best living experience possible.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Preventive Maintenance:
- Perform regular, scheduled, maintenance on a broad range of
multi-space/multi-use & single-space/single-use HVAC equipment
including cooling towers, fan coil units, exhaust fans, furnaces,
unit heaters, PTAC's, variable air volume units, split systems,
boilers, make-up air units, heat exchangers, evaporative cooling,
air compressors, transfer fans, energy recovery units, hydronic
systems, and commercial pumps.
Replace or clean filters, inspect and clean coils, and inspect
burners and combustion tuning.
Conduct safety checks, check belts, pulleys, and bearings to
verify proper air flow.
Inspect dampers and actuators, as well as diffusers and
grilles.
Check VAV box operation and inspect wiring and
connections.
Check drain pans and condensate lines. Exercise valves. Follow
manufacturer recommendations and campus standards. Diagnose failure
modes. Follow prescribed checklists. Make repairs.
Document failed preventive maintenance tasks and note equipment
at or near the end of its service life.
May perform maintenance and repairs on building pneumatic or
DDC control system components.
Reactive Maintenance:
- Respond to customer focused complaints or internally identified
requests for service related to comfort, temperature, air flow,
exhaust, noise, vibration, leaks, failed preventive maintenance
tasks, or other reported issues.
- Respond to alarms.
- Inspect related equipment or system and diagnose root causes of
issues.
- Make necessary repairs and ensure that they restore systems to
intended functionality. Document equipment records and work orders
in CMMS.
- Report unsuccessful repairs or delays due to parts
availability.
Other Duties:
- Attend scheduled training and department meetings.
- Complete assigned vehicle inspections.
- Follow campus and organizational safety procedures.
- Periodically review and provide feedback on construction
documents or equipment specifications.
- Participate in facilities audits.
What You Should Know
- The anticipated work schedule for this position will be Monday
- Friday, from 7:00am - 3:30pm.
- Subject to call-in evenings, weekends, and holidays based on
Essential Services designation.
- This position operates University vehicles and requires an
active Driver's License in good standing.
What We Can Offer
The annual salary range for this position is $58,862-$70,637.
Our outstanding benefits include:
- Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days and 11
holidays per year.
- Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
- EcoPass for free RTD rides.
- Opportunity for career growth within the division of student
life and the CU Boulder campus!
Benefits
At the
University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive
benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado
and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and
programs through the
CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be authentic. Be dynamic. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Three years of experience in an occupational field related to
the work assigned to the position.
- Appropriate education or successful completion of a formalized
apprenticeship program will substitute for the required experience
on a year-for-year basis.
- EPA 608 Universal Certification.
What You Will Need
- Proven experience working with technical systems including:
heating systems, cooling systems, air distribution systems,
ventilation systems, and refrigerants.
- Experience operating computerized maintenance management
systems
- Mobile phone and tablet proficiency.
- Knowledge of manufacturers' or installers' warranty
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
What We Would Like You to Have
- 4-5 years experience working on a wide variety of HVAC
equipment and systems related to the systems included above.
- Experience working in a higher education residential living
environment.
- Experience in testing, adjusting, & balancing (TAB).
- Solid understanding of commissioning, retro-commissioning, and
re-commissioning practices and activities.
- Working knowledge of DDC, pneumatic, and other types of
building controls.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by
October 27, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For
consideration, please apply through
CU Boulder Jobs .
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.
Essential Services
This position is designated “essential/critical services.” The
incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus
emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or
man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts
during emergency campus closures.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu