Eastern Washington University Hiring for HVAC Technician – Energy Management System (EMS) at Cheney campus Full Time

Working Title:

HVAC Technician – Energy Management System (EMS)

Posting Number:

2023032CP

Classification Title:

HVAC Technician

Classification Code:

621J

RCW Exemption Criteria:

No Exemption

EWU Position Number:

C99052

CUPA Code:

No Match

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit :

BU 1

% Full Time:

100

Salary / Wage Range:

CS – 50E

Salary Information:

$55,608 – $67,764
Please note that in addition to the salary listed a 4% salary increase will be added effective July 1, 2023.

Term of Appointment:

12 months per year

Location:

Cheney campus

County:

Spokane

Background Check:

Yes – Both

Responsible HR User:

Kenlyn Mackey

Responsible HR User Email address:

[email protected]

Job Summary:

• A leading university starts with leading facilities. Eastern Washington University is currently seeking a HVAC Technician within our growing maintenance and facilities department. This position reports to the Maintenance Specialist 4 Supervisor of the EMCS/HVAC shop and works from the EMS shop. The primary function of this position is installation/upgrades of building automation and monitoring campus building / room temps and equipment. To include but not limited to the Energy Management System (EMS), HVAC temperature controls, utility meter (water, steam, condensate and electrical) and the electronic network used to communicate with these systems.
• On top of salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.

Diversity Statement:

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment:

• During the course of university employment this position will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value; as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
• All new employees must comply with EWU immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR.
• Upon hire employees will complete our required Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Hazing, Harassment and Title IX training. Online training can be accessed at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on our Human Resources site: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/

Physical Demands :

• Successful candidate must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis. Successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-placement physical.
• Must be able to: work in confined spaces, high work, crawlspaces, hot, cold, wet, dry, and spaces and conditions that vary
• If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Kenlyn Mackey at [email protected].

Pre-Placement Physical :

Yes

Hearing Test :

Yes

Medical Monitoring Post Hire :

Yes

Protective Equipment :

Eye, face, hearing, and UV protection; Fall protection, FR clothing, Hard hat, Inclement weather gear, Gloves, Respirator, Safety boots, Tyvek coveralls University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.

Required Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or GED
* Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
* Experience in monitoring and adjusting thru manipulating control programs , heat and air conditioning in buildings using automated building monitoring and control systems
* Journey-level standing as refrigeration mechanic or steamfitter as attested by:
Completion of recognized apprenticeship in refrigeration or steamfitter trades or
Full journey-level status in Plumbers and Pipefitters Union.
* Candidate must demonstrate interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility and/or diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 06A Electrical License
• Commercial, industrial, or institutional experience a plus.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to: work in confined spaces, high work, crawlspaces, hot, cold, wet, dry, and spaces and conditions that vary
• Understanding of safe work practices
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Excellent customer service skills, professional and courteous demeanor

Work Schedule Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

7am – 3:30pm or 8am – 4:30pm Monday-Friday;
Possibility of four (4) ten hour days per week.

Posting Date:

05/12/2023

Open Until Further Notice:

No

Closing Date:

05/29/2023

Screening to Begin:

05/30/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants:

It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

1. Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
2. Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. Please list at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
3. Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
4. Diversity Response – As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Application Types Accepted:

Application

% of Time:

75

Responsibility / Duty:

* Support construction workforce installations and upgrades of EMS, temperature controls, utility metering and other building automation and monitoring equipment. Assist in the research and preparation of projects, specification and drawings for minor and major capital projects.
* Diagnose equipment and software malfunctions of the facilities automation systems monitoring equipment. Install, repair, replace or upgrade electronic, HVAC and temperature control equipment as necessary. Maintain, repair, test and install EMCS computer equipment, peripherals, communication.
* Monitor and adjust thru manipulating control programs, heat and air conditioning in buildings using automated building monitoring and control systems controlled thru EMCS. Respond to customers with necessary information on time line for installation, upgrade repairs and impact on user areas.
* Assist consultants and commission agents with new systems set up and interfaces with existing equipment. Write deficiency reports on new systems installation for needed corrections. Assist with estimates and feasibility justifications for upgrades and capital replacements.
* Perform computer equipment installation and setup as required. Install and upgrade computers, software, printers, network devices and other peripherals. Troubleshoot and repair computer hardware as necessary to support system.
* The AiM work order system is the accountability tool used within Facilities and Planning. All staff will use AiM as intended to track, request and manage shop operations and individual daily assigned work.

Essential Function Indicator:

Yes

% of Time:

25

Responsibility / Duty:

* Follow departmental standards priorities of repairs and schedule revisions. Complete all departmental paperwork as needed.
* Work in field, as necessary maintaining electronic, electric and pneumatic peripheral equipment when needed to keep systems operating correctly.
* Work with other trades to troubleshoot, upgrade or replace control equipment and equipment that interfaces building and facilities monitoring and automation equipment. Cross train trades shops staff at appropriate level on systems hardware related interfaces with other equipment. Assist with equipment shutdowns and scheduled outages. Coordinate with contractors working on site when shutdowns are required.
* Order and pickup materials from vendors as necessary
* May respond to other temperature control, heating and cooling trouble calls.
* Other related duties as required.

Essential Function Indicator:

Yes