FACILITIES SERVICES
Job Description
Campus Engineering & Operations
Control Technician, HVAC
Job Code: 8828 – Contract Classified
Department Introduction:
Campus Engineering provides professional engineering support for the design, construction, operation and maintenance
of all University facilities. Campus Operations maintains and operates critical building systems including fire/life safety
systems, elevator systems, building environmental systems and controls, central clock systems, high voltage distribution
systems, and a utility shutdown coordination program. Campus Operations also provides emergency maintenance
response service to the Seattle campus community, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Campus Utilities produces steam,
emergency electrical power, chilled water, and compressed air for the campus
Job Purpose:
Perform journey level work in the operation, inspection, testing, servicing and maintenance of mechanical, pneumatic,
electronic and direct digital controls (DDC) for heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) of the complex building
systems.
Duties and Responsibilities:
 Troubleshoot and resolve operation and maintenance problems of complex building environmental control
systems that are both pneumatic and DDC
 Install, modify, diagnose, test, repair, calibrate and operate a variety of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical and
electronic equipment in HVAC systems
 Perform alteration, repair, and maintenance of buildings, facilities, and equipment
 Suggest operation strategies for campus HVAC systems to ensure continuous and reliable service
 Operate vehicles such as University vans and trucks to transport tools and equipment to various worksites
 Respond to emergency situations such as HVAC outages in order to minimize or prevent loss of property,
damage to research activities, and disruption to life-safety systems
 Perform the work in accordance with applicable safety rules and environmental regulatory requirements and
maintain records as required according to environmental requirements
 Work with other trades to troubleshoot and repair system failures related to all aspects of the HVAC equipment
and systems
 Work with the preventive maintenance program on equipment, components, and systems
 Assist with record keeping for the preventive maintenance program of the environmental control systems
 Maintain and update system schematics through red line system changes and create if necessary, mechanical,
pneumatic, and DDC system schematics
 Participate in and follow through with CEO process improvement initiatives (Balanced Scorecard, Lean, Ideas
Systems)
 Comply with occupational health and safety regulations that apply to work actions and conduct on the job,
including the use of personal protective equipment whenever required; report safety infractions to the supervisor
 Work with Campus Engineering, Capital Projects Office, contractors, Facilities Services trades, building
occupants, and other clients as necessary for scheduled and planned required work
 Operate a variety of hand and power tools
 Demonstrate strong personal integrity, trustworthiness, responsibility and accountability
 Possess the ability to handle stressful situations and changing priorities effectively
 Demonstrate a positive, optimistic, success-oriented attitude
 Demonstrate professional demeanor which includes being tactful, civil and courteous
 Demonstrate professional work ethics
 Follow all University and Facilities Services policies and procedures
 Attend and actively participate in all required meetings and training
 Perform other duties as assigned
 Regular and predictable attendance is required
Core Competencies:
02/04/15
Page 1 of 3









Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness
Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively
Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems
Be responsible and accountable
Use organizational skills and provide attention to details
Maintain a positive, optimistic and success-oriented attitude
Exercise professional demeanor, which includes being tactful and courteous
Exhibit a professional work ethic
Continuously promote a safe work environment
Required Skills, Experience and Knowledge:
 Completion of a four-year approved institution course as a Control Technician Trainee; OR four years of
applicable experience in installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical and pneumatic control systems
 Vocational or trade school training in control mechanisms may be substituted, year-for-year, for work experience
up to a maximum of two years
 Equivalent education/experience may substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal
requirements, such as license/certification/registration
 Experience working with complex building environmental control systems, a wide variety of systems, and in the
repair, service, maintenance, and operations of equipment, components, and systems
 Ability to read and interpret blue prints related to building HVAC systems
 Have possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license recognized by the State of Washington and have a
good driving record
 Must be strong team player and must be able to work independently and as a team member
 Possess excellent skills in building a working crew harmony
 Must possess excellent customer service, written and oral communication skills
 Must be able to communicate appropriately with clients, staff and students to present a professional image
 Must be conversant with at least one of the following DDC control systems: Johnson Controls Metasys (PMI or
ADS/ADX), Siemens Apogee, Alerton (IBEX or BACtalk)
 Experience in basic desktop computer skills, maintenance work request and work order programs
 Have knowledge and understand of safe work practices and policies
 Must be able to wear all proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
 Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding the use of
chemicals, supplies, and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures
Desirable Skills, Experience and Knowledge:
 Five or more years of experience, as an HVAC control technician working with complex building and laboratory
environmental control systems, with a wide variety of systems and in the repair, service, maintenance, and
operations of equipment, components, systems and etc
 Experience with fume hoods and bio-safety cabinets
 Have experience working independently as an HVAC control technician for a licensed HVAC contractor or as an
employee of a public agency
 Detailed knowledge in working with the DDC systems from Johnson Controls, Siemens and Alerton
 Demonstrated ability to work with clients during building ventilation system shutdowns and inconveniences
 Ability to work independently to improvise necessary system component repairs
Conditions of Employment:
 Must be able to work in a diverse workforce
 Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment
 Must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions
 Must be able to communicate effectively with staff and on portable hand-held radios
 Must be able to lift or carry heavy objects, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, restricted movement areas,
mechanical/electrical spaces, ventilation fan housing, etc. for extended periods of time and be able to climb
ladders and work at heights
 Must be able to work both independently and as a team member
 Must be able to follow all Washington State safety rules and regulations
 Must maintain a professional appearance at all times
02/04/15
Page 2 of 3








The position requires working with asbestos containing equipment, following proper procedures
This position requires the wearing of personal protective equipment appropriate to the job task
And with the proper personal protective equipment, work in animal research areas
Additionally, approved safety shoes must be provided at the employee’s expense and worn on the job
The position is subject to callback outside normal working hours to respond to emergencies, and occasionally
scheduled overtime
Must be able to respond to system emergencies during regular business hours and outside of regular business
hours
A tuberculosis (TB) test is required for work assignments in nonhuman primate areas
A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification will be required prior to hire
02/04/15
Page 3 of 3