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Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technician

Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

The purpose of this position is to provide space comfort for the entire campus community and the buildings they occupy. The person in this role will install, maintain, and service building and departmental heating ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. This position coordinates work with other trades and must be certified to perform work to levels set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency. The person in this role must be able to diagnose complex equipment problems, use sophisticated diagnostic equipment and EPA approved refrigerant reclaim equipment. This is a full time, on-campus position. Generous benefits include health, retirement, considerable time off, and access to multiple tuition scholarship programs for employees and dependents.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and repair refrigeration and cooling equipment; conduct seasonal chiller inspections and related operations/maintenance; maintain and repair refrigeration equipment on campus in accordance with EPA specified guidelines; maintain and repair air and water cooled equipment; maintain and repair ice machines, drinking fountains, and other auxiliary equipment
  • Maintain and repair steam boilers and heating equipment; daily operation of boilers includes keeping operational log, conduct boiler chemistry, and safety testing; maintain and repair main district boilers and steam/condensate loop; conduct yearly steam shutdown and related steam loop and system repairs; maintain and repair all remote boilers, gas and electric heating equipment
  • Maintain and repair air handling, exhaust, and ventilation equipment; install, troubleshoot and maintain air handling units, exhaust systems, and rooftop units; operate and repair controls on all air handling, exhaust and ventilation systems; troubleshoot, repair and maintain lab fume hoods and all auxiliary air handling equipment
  • Operate and maintain building controls systems; troubleshoot, repair, and maintain pneumatic and DDC systems on campus; interact with and troubleshoot BACnet control systems, issues with ALC, Alpha Controls, and Siemens Desigo BAS Controls; update and maintain HVAC-R building alarm logs
  • Operate and maintain pool controls and equipment; conduct daily testing of pool water and chemistry; troubleshoot, repair, and maintain pool filtration equipment, heating equipment, pumps, and controls

Requirements and Knowledge:

  • A high school diploma/GED required
  • Completed apprenticeship program preferred
  • 5 years of HVAC experience
  • EPA Certification required; Certified Pool Operator must be obtained within 1 year of hiring
  • IL State driver’s license
  • Physically able to climb stairs and ladders, often with equipment. Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to perform duties within the environment of a heat plant, exposure to extreme heat and active steam lines. Must work in confined spaces.
  • Awareness of and adherence to safety protocols are of paramount importance.
  • This position requires an on-call rotation among crew members; occasional nights and weekends

Please download the application at . Please provide copies of any completed technical apprenticeship(s) and/or certification(s). Review of applications will begin immediately and the position is open until filled. Submit to:

hr@ iwu.edu

Human Resources, Holmes 209

1312 Park Street

Bloomington, IL 61701

Fax: 309-556-1710

Mechanic $32.64/hr, based on experience

37.5 hours/week

The final candidate will pass a pre-employment physical and background investigation.

An overview of IWU benefits can be found here. Illinois Wesleyan University does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment for this position. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a community that values a wide range of perspectives and backgrounds among our outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to contributing to and enhancing our community in these areas. Illinois Wesleyan University is an EEO Employer. Illinois Wesleyan University’s sexual misconduct policy may be accessed at https://www.iwu.edu/title-ix/sexual-misconduct-policy.html. Illinois Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting excellence through a variety of viewpoints.

Pay: From $32.64 per hour

Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s):

  • To ensure full consideration, have you emailed applicant materials directly to hr@iwu.edu?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • HVAC/R: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Drivers License (Required)

Location:

  • Bloomington, IL 61701 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Bloomington, IL 61701 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33

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