Western Washington University, with over 16,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands and the North Cascades Mountain range. The city lies 90 miles north of Seattle and 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia. Western is the highest-ranking public, master's-granting university in the Pacific Northwest, according to the 2022 U.S. News & World Report rankings.

Western Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through advancing inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity. Western's greatest strength is the outstanding students, faculty, staff, and alumni/ae who make up its community. Western supports an inclusive governance structure for all and provides a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive. In pursuit of this excellence, individual employees are expected to establish and maintain productive and effective inclusive working relationships amongst diverse populations including staff, faculty, administration, student, and external constituents. Further, individual employees are expected to have the ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economic, societal, environmental) into all aspects of performing their job duties.

FDO Mission:
To plan, develop, manage, and maintain Western's facilities in a manner that supports Western's strategic plan, vision, and mission.

FDO Vision:
Achieving excellence in all areas of responsibility, while continuously improving and responding to the ever-changing needs of the university.

• HVAC/R equipment, controls, steam heating systems and other associated systems.
• Low voltage controls for associated electrical/electronic equipment.
• Direct Digital Controls (DDC) and associated electronic components.

• High School graduate or approved equivalent
• 06A Electrical license or training card
• Possession of an EPA recognized refrigerant handling certificate
• Demonstrated experience in doing work in commercial and/or institutional settings
• Completion of a two-year approved institution course as a Control Technician Trainee
  
  • OR equivalent institutional course such as an AAS degree in HVAC/R Technology
  • OR four years of applicable experience in installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC/R equipment, and electrical and/or 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 will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as licenses, certifications, and registration.
• Experience working in sensitive situations, such as operational offices, classrooms, dorm rooms, rest rooms, etc.
• Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work
• Physically perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform daily work tasks independently under limited supervision.
• Possess technical accuracy and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work with computer hardware and software required to track work orders and record time worked.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a friendly and cooperative manner with students, staff, and faculty at all levels of the organization and in contacts with the public.
• Ability to manage time well and work under pressure situations with tight schedules and deadlines to complete projects.

• Strong commercial refrigeration experience and skills.
• Experience with Siemens Apogee Building Automation Control Systems (BACS), DDC controls and computer-based networked controls with central monitoring.
• Experience with pneumatic controls systems.
• Experience with HVAC System Balancing TAB procedures and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality work with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, including written, graphic, and verbal.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of applicable Washington Administrative Code (WAC) regulations and local building codes.
• A knowledge of Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA), Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA)
• Rules and regulations, standard job safety rules, and proper use of a face respirator.
• Experience with reading and comprehending various computer program languages.

Application materials should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications.

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or genetic information in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. See WWU’s Policy on Ensuring Equal Opportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and Retaliation. Inquiries may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Western Washington University, Old Main 126 (MS 9021), 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; 360.650.3307 (voice) or 711 (Washington Relay); crtc@wwu.edu

Western Washington University is committed to achieving excellence through advancing inclusive success, increasing our Washington impact, and focusing on transformational education grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and based on innovative scholarship, research, and creative activity. Western’s greatest strength is the outstanding students, faculty, staff, and alumni/ae who make up its community. Western supports an inclusive governance structure for all and provides a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive. In pursuit of this excellence, individual employees are expected to establish and maintain productive and effective inclusive working relationships amongst diverse populations including staff, faculty, administration, student, and external constituents. Further, individual employees are expected to have the ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economic, societal, environmental) into all aspects of performing their job duties.

WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources Disability Services, 360.650.3303 or 711 (Washington Relay).

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: This report is provided pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act ("The Clery Act"). It includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on Western's campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Western; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report in printed or alternate formats by contacting the Office of the Vice President for Enrollment and Student Services at vpsa.office@wwu.edu. The report can be found at: Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires which includes a sexual misconduct background check.