HVAC Technician IV

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a HVAC Technician IV. The HVAC Technician IV performs advanced skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems across university facilities. This position serves as a senior technical resource for HVAC operations, diagnosing complex system failures and ensuring reliable, efficient, and safe operation of equipment. The position requires advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, building automation systems (BAS), electrical and mechanical controls, and applicable codes and standards. The HVAC Technician IV may provide technical guidance and assistance to other maintenance personnel and works independently on complex assignments requiring a high level of technical judgment. May be required to respond after hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays to support campus operations or emergency response. May participate in an on-call rotation.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced troubleshooting, repair, installation, and maintenance of commercial HVAC equipment and systems, including air handlers, rooftop units, heat pumps, split systems, chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, exhaust systems, refrigeration equipment, and associated mechanical components.
• Independently diagnoses and repairs complex electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and digital control systems, using meters, gauges, diagnostic equipment, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer documentation to identify and correct system deficiencies.
• Operates, monitors, troubleshoots, and adjusts building automation systems (BAS) to maintain appropriate environmental conditions, optimize equipment performance, identify system alarms and faults, and support energy efficiency initiatives.
• Performs preventive and predictive maintenance on HVAC and mechanical systems, including inspections, cleaning, lubrication, filter replacement, belt and bearing maintenance, refrigerant system checks, equipment testing, and documentation of maintenance activities.
• Responds to complex HVAC service requests and emergency conditions, including after-hours as necessary, and prioritizes work based on operational impact, and restores critical building systems while minimizing disruption to university operations.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to HVAC and multi-craft maintenance personnel, including troubleshooting support, knowledge transfer, equipment-specific instruction, and assistance with complex repairs and projects.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to receive, document, prioritize, complete, and close work orders while maintaining accurate maintenance records.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of commercial and institutional HVAC/R systems, equipment, components, and operating principles.
• Strong knowledge of building automation systems (BAS), including monitoring, programming, troubleshooting, alarms, scheduling, setpoints, and equipment integration.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, motors, controls, variable frequency drives, sensors, actuators, and digital control systems.
• Knowledge of refrigeration principles, refrigerant systems, heat transfer, hydronics, boilers, chillers, pumps, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance principles and facility maintenance best practices.
• Proficiency using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), building automation systems (BAS), and standard computer applications.
• Ability to diagnose complex HVAC problems using electrical meters, gauges, testing equipment, schematics, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Must have the ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, often in adverse weather conditions. Including but not limited to, lifting, pushing, pulling objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work heights up to 60 feet using man lifts and ladders; operate vehicles, heavy machinery, trucks, and golf carts.
• Must be able to understand and follow specific oral and written instruction.
• Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced maintenance personnel.
• Ability to perform minor repairs as needed. Able to operate small hand tools, and also larger power tools; Balancing; Bending Over; Carrying; Climb up and down ladder; Climb up onto and down from equipment. Crawling; Crouching; Eye/hand coordination; Grasping; Kneeling; Constant lifting; Moving; Pulling; Pushing; Reaching; Reaching Overhead; Repetitive use of hands/arms; Repetitive use of legs; Sitting.
• Standing; Stooping; Talking; Twisting; Walking (include distance).

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED; completion in recognized technical or vocational training in HVAC preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in commercial or institutional HVAC/R maintenance, repair, installation, and troubleshooting, including experience with complex HVAC equipment, electrical controls, and building automation systems.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Georgia HVAC contractor license (Class II preferred) appropriate to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a university, healthcare, industrial, or other large commercial facility environment is preferred.
• Additional manufacturer, controls, electrical, or industry certifications are preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume, and Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

No job description available

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background Check

• Position of Trust

Organization

The University of North Georgia is a member of the University System of Georgia and holds designations as a state leadership institution and as The Military College of Georgia. With more than 18,000 students, the University of North Georgia is one of the state's largest public universities. The regional, multi-campus university offers more than 100 programs of study ranging from certificate and associate's degrees to professional doctoral programs.

The University of North Georgia's educational experience provides a solid foundation to help students become civic, professional and military leaders who serve communities locally and globally. UNG's student-focused environment includes quality education, service, inquiry, and creativity.

UNG is one of only six senior military colleges in the United States and its residential Army ROTC program consistently ranks among the best in the country. UNG competes in NCAA Division II in baseball, softball, golf, basketball, soccer, mixed rifle, and women's cross country.

The University of North Georgia has seven academic colleges and institutes: the College of Arts and Letters, the Mike Cottrell College of Business, the College of Science and Mathematics, the College of Education, the College of Health Professions, University College, and the Lewis F. Rogers Institute for Environmental and Spatial Analysis.

At the undergraduate level, UNG offers the Associate of Arts (A.A.) and the Associate of Science (A.S.) degrees and the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS); Bachelor of Arts (BA); Bachelor of Science (BS); Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA); Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA); and Bachelor of Science-Nursing (BSN).

Graduate degrees offered at UNG include: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT); Education Specialist in School Leadership (EDSSL); Master of Education (Med); Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT); Master of Arts in history (MA); Master of Arts in International Affairs (MAIA); Master of Science in clinical mental health counseling (MS); Master of Science in family nurse practitioner (MS); Master of Science in nursing education (MS); Master of Science in physical education (MS); Master of Science in criminal justice (MS); Master of Public Administration (MPA); Master of Business Administration (MBA); Master of Music (MM).

The University of North Georgia was formed through the consolidation of North Georgia College & State University and Gainesville State College, two of the top-performing schools in the University System of Georgia, in January 2013. Positioned in the fastest-growing region of the state, UNG comprises five campuses and online opportunities united by a single mission focused on academic excellence and academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

UNG's campuses are located across the northeast Georgia region in Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Gainesville, and Oconee County. With easy access to metro Atlanta and Georgia's mountain and piedmont areas, the region features vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities, including Lake Lanier and the Appalachian Trail.

The University of North Georgia is part of the University System of Georgia Complete College Georgia (CCG) initiative to improve the retention, progression, and graduation of students. Grounded in the successes and strengths of the past and inspired by the potential of the new University of North Georgia, UNG's Complete College Georgia plan seeks to advance educational attainment in the northern part of the state, contributing to the region's workforce and economic prosperity.

To obtain application information for the University of North Georgia, call the Admissions Office at 706-864-1800, or for a closer look at the university, visit www.ung.edu.