HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician

Salary

$25.71 - $28.08 Hourly

Location

Main Campus (BG), OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

BGSU01775

Division

Finance & Administration

Department

Energy Management

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Pay Grade

29

• Description
• Benefits

Summary

Under the general supervision of the MEP Superintendent, Senior HVAC Tech, or higher-level supervisor, the HVAC Technicians are responsible for maintaining heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and cooling equipment.

Essential Functions

• Completes work orders to repair air conditioner and heating systems and units, refrigeration systems, pneumatic and electrical controls, pumps, motors and fans. Installs air conditioning units, including both window and central systems,heating units, dehumidifiers, pumps, motors, fans and pneumatics. Resolves issues of airflow related to space comfort.
• Monitors and assesses issues in the BAS (Building Automation System). Performs needed resets, adjustments, or repairs either through the BAS or out in the field.
• May perform a variety of routine, general and preventative maintenance on HVAC and other building/department equipment, fixtures and structures, including electrical, plumbing, doors, pools, custodial equipment and computer equipment.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies; works during inclement weather; and works to support various events on campus during non-business hours
• Performs related duties based on departmental need

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

• One year related experience required

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the University's insurance

Additional Information

Essential Competencies

• Knowledge of basic mathematical skills Knowledge of basic reading skills
• Ability to carry out verbal and/or written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and written
• Detailed-oriented and highly accurate
• Ability to work in changing environment
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to interact effectively with students, faculty and/or staff or the public and represent BGSU appropriately
• Ability to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities
• Knowledge of computer skills, such as MS Office, presentations, spreadsheets and/or database entry/query
• Ability to operate computers and peripheral equipment such as printers
• Knowledge of basic science and scientific methods
• Ability to operate hand and/or power tools appropriate to the trade
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems and controls

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by July 27, 2026.

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

• Experience must be fully documented on the official application.
• The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.
• Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.

Uploads

• Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)
• Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

EEOC Know Your Rights

OCRC Know Your Rights

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email ohr@bgsu.edu.

BGSU is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Benefits

Bowling Green State University provides a comprehensive benefit program as part of a total compensation package. This includes medical, prescription, dental, vision, health accounts (medical & dependent), life & disability insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance program and tuition fee waivers for employees and their eligible dependents as well as paid time off, flexible work options, holidays and parental leave. For more information, please visit Benefits-at-a-Glance.

Employer Bowling Green State University

Address 1851 N Research Drive

Huntington Building

Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403

Phone (419) 372-8421 Human Resources

(419) 372-2865 Student Employment

Website https://www.bgsu.edu/human-resources/careers.html