Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.This position is eligible for the following benefitsmedical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20167075S
Job DescriptionUnder general direction of a lead worker or supervision by departmental administrator performs highly skilled installation, repair, & preventive maintenance on Building Automation System Controls; periodically inspects operation of equipment. Provides work direction, training and mentoring of lower-level air quality technicians and/or other trades workers performing craft duties.
- Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.
- Provides work direction, training & mentoring of lower-level air quality technicians and/or trade workers performing craft duties.
- Repairs air conditioning, refrigeration & heating systems, thermostats, relays, valves, controls, compressors & filters; solders piping as necessary.
- Periodically inspects & tests installed equipment for proper assembly of components, checking for any needed repairs & compliance with technical orders, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, specifications, handbooks, laptops (with the appropriated software), & established procedures; troubleshoots system to solve problems.
- Installs & operates refrigeration, air conditioning & heating units.
- Installs, repairs, calibrates & troubleshoots pneumatic, electric, electronic, & DDC controls; verifies proper installation & operation using diagrams & schematics; generates new documentation, suggests & makes required modifications to systems as needed.
- Performs inventory control, work scheduling & completes necessary documentation. Uses computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Repairs, maintains and installs air compressors.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications- Knowledge of employee mentoring*, training* and development*; inventory control*. Journey-level working knowledge of air conditioning & heating technology.
- Installation and maintenance of air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and controls equipment;
- Ability to interpret variety of technical material in books, journals and manuals, and laptop computers (with appropriate software);
- Ability to read and write common vocabulary in sentence structure;
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals & percentages;
- Ability to apply principles to solve practical problems;
- Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form;
- Work independently or with others;
- Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community
- Demonstrate dexterity and skill in use of craft-associated hand and/or power tools & equipment;
- Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures;
- Ability to work at heights;
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.;
- An established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.
Training & Experience:- 48 months skilled experience in Building Automation System controls and software, or equivalent;
- Successful completion of any pertinent tests may be required;
- Valid driver's license.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:- May be exposed to dirt, grease, odors, cramped conditions, extreme hot or cold temperatures, heights, and electrical hazards; may be exposed to dangerous machinery; confined spaces.
Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of employee mentoring, training, development and inventory control*
*Developed after employment
DepartmentControls & Instrumentation
Pay Rate: AFSCME|08|$24.62 - $27.72 hourly rate
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Job Open Date10/14/2026
Posting Close DateOctober 28, 2026
Job Category: Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment
Planning Unit: Vice President for Finance & Administration
Work SchedulePN188975Work Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Days Off: Saturday & Sunday
Campus: Athens, Ohio
Expected hours worked per week40 hours per week
Expected duration of assignmentPermanent
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.Scott Lindstrom,
lindstrom@ohio.eduNon-Discrimination StatementOhio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Pay GradeAFSCME|08|
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