Position Summary
The Facilities Services Department at Whitworth University is seeking an HVACR Specialist to join our team of dedicated maintenance professionals. In this role you will perform a variety of skilled services in maintenance and engineering related to the heating, ventilation, commercial refrigeration, and air conditioning systems on campus, including the central steam heating plant. You will join a team of eight trades professionals who serve the Whitworth community today and sustain our campus for tomorrow. To learn more about the Facilities Services Department visit their webpage here.
To ensure full consideration, submit your application by March 26, 2025. Applications will be reviewed starting that week, and the position will remain open until filled.
Core Responsibilities
HVACR Operations | 90%
• Perform a variety of skilled/journeyman-level duties in the heating, ventilation, commercial refrigeration, and air conditioning systems, including localized boilers and steam hot water heaters.
• Operate, service, maintain, repair, and recondition commercial and residential electric and natural gas fired appliances, refrigeration plants and appliances, and air conditioning systems
• Utilize Lock out tag out system when performing work on equipment
• Maintain/service, program, and repair all building HVACR electronic systems, controls, and computer-based energy management programs
• Maintain a comprehensive, on-going, preventive maintenance program, including maintenance, operating, and other appropriate records and logs
• Interact with campus systems to access As-builts and building documentation necessary for troubleshooting systems.
Other | 10%
• Assists in HVACR design and modifications as part of facilities remodeling and new construction as required
• Perform emergency call-out services as required
• Complete parts and materials requisitions for HVACR related systems
• Supervise and train student workers when assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting other trades
Qualifications and Core Competencies
Education and Experience
• Completion of a vocational program or apprenticeship in HVAC technology, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Experience with tools and equipment used in HVAC installation and maintenance.
• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning.
• A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church.
Certification and License
• Heating Mechanic I license
• Universal CFC certificate.
• Valid drivers license.
Applicants with experience who can obtain the certification in the first 90 days of employment will be considered.
Core Competencies
• Commitment to safety protocols and regulations in the HVAC industry.
• Knowledge of building control systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and basic computer competencies.
• Basic understanding of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and components.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and technologies in the HVAC field.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and work in various indoor and outdoor environments.
Preferred
• O6A electrical license.
• Heating Mechanic II license.
• Journey-level experience in commercial and residential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems or completing journey-level certification.
Other Details
Schedule
Full Time (1.0 FTE) | 12 months | 40 hours per week
This position responds to evening and weekend calls for emergency services and control work. Requires a valid driver's license.
Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university’s mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, faith statement, and contact information for at least three professional references. A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate.
You are on this webpage because a position at Whitworth sparked your curiosity. If you find yourself questioning hitting the apply button because you might not meet 100% of the qualifications, we think you should do it! When you click apply and submit an application, your application is reviewed by a committee of real, living, and breathing human beings who want to understand your background, experience and skills to find ways you relate to the key competencies needed for success in the position.
Whitworth complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws that are applicable to religious nonprofit institutions and does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, sex, or disability. With our Christ-centered commitment to building a diverse and inclusive community, the university encourages applications from populations underrepresented at Whitworth including members of racial/ethnic communities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
At Whitworth University, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our faculty and staff by offering an extensive benefits package. Eligible employees can enjoy a variety of benefits, including:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-matched retirement plans
• Tuition remission programs available for employees, their spouses, and dependents
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Accrued vacation and sick leave based on full-time equivalency (FTE)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Resources for Christian vocation and calling
• No cost access to the University Recreation Center (UREC) and the Megan E. Thompson Aquatic Center
• 17 paid holidays throughout the year
To discover more about these offerings, please visit our benefits page.
