Job Details

Maintenance Technician II - HVAC

Position Number: 7013361
Location: Columbus, GA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Maintenance Technician II - HVAC

Job ID: 296396
Location: Columbus State University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

University Operations

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician II - HVAC performs skilled maintenance and repair work across campus facilities, with primary emphasis on HVAC service, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. This position is intended for a higher-skilled technician who can respond to routine and urgent work orders, diagnose equipment and building system problems, and complete repairs with limited supervision. While the role supports general maintenance needs, the ideal candidate will bring strong residential HVAC experience, including split systems, heat pumps, package units, gas furnaces, and related controls. Work may also include minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general building repairs as needed to support campus operations.

Responsibilities

Significant Duties & Responsibilities include: Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC systems and related equipment, including split systems, heat pumps, package units, gas furnaces, exhaust fans, air handlers, motors, belts, filters, thermostats, condensate systems, and basic controls.; Responds to service calls, diagnoses equipment and building system problems, and completes repairs using standard tools, meters, gauges, schematics, manufacturer literature, and work orders.; Performs routine inspections, filter changes, belt replacement, coil cleaning, drain line clearing, and other preventive maintenance tasks to improve reliability and extend equipment life.; Performs general building maintenance, including minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, door hardware, and interior and exterior repairs as needed.; Assists with repairs to building piping systems, including domestic water, drain, sewer, condensate, and other related systems.; Maintains lighting and basic electrical systems, including lamp and ballast replacement, device replacement, and low-voltage work within assigned skill level.; Documents labor, materials, findings, and completed work in the work order or maintenance management system and identifies repair options that improve efficiency and value.; Coordinates with outside contractors as directed, assists other trade areas during emergencies or heavy workloads, participates in rotating on-call after-hours duties, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include: High school diploma or GED and at least five (5) years of skilled maintenance experience, including strong HVAC service, repair, and preventive maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.; Residential HVAC experience is required.; EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is required.; A valid Driver's License is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications include: Experience with heat pumps, split systems, package units, and gas-fired heating equipment is strongly preferred.; Trade school, apprenticeship, or vocational training in HVAC, mechanical systems, or a related field is preferred.; Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or work order system is preferred.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary for this position is $51,503 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include: Good working knowledge of residential HVAC systems and a solid understanding of light commercial HVAC equipment and components.; Knowledge of standard practices, tools, materials, and safety procedures used in HVAC and general maintenance work.; Ability to diagnose and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building issues with limited supervision.; Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and work orders.; Skill in the safe use and care of hand tools, power tools, electrical test equipment, gauges, ladders, and maintenance equipment.; Ability to communicate clearly, provide good customer service, and work effectively with faculty, staff, students, contractors, and coworkers.; Ability to prioritize work, handle multiple assignments, and respond appropriately to urgent service issues.; Ability to monitor contractor work and report deficiencies or concerns.; Must demonstrate polite, cooperative, and respectful behavior and support a safe, service-oriented work environment.; Works effectively with others, shares information and resources, and supports team decisions.; Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Wilson, Hiring Manager, via email at wilson_kelly2@columbusstate.edu.

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

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

Other Information

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

Background Check

Standard

Special Applicant Instructions

Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=296396&PostingSeq=1