Journey HVAC Specialist

Full Job Description

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a skilled Journey Heating and Air Conditioning Specialist to support our Region Four facilities. This position is based at the UDOT Price District Office and will primarily maintain facilities in the eastern portion of southern Utah, with regular travel throughout the region.

Principal Duties
This position performs the following duties:

• Operates and maintains low-pressure steam, hot water, and glycol boilers.
• Installs, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs HVAC systems, equipment, and controls.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
• Diagnoses system malfunctions and makes necessary adjustments or repairs to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Evacuates, charges, and recovers refrigerants in compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Uses and maintains a variety of hand tools, electrical, mechanical, and automotive equipment.
• Trains and mentors staff on HVAC principles, equipment operation, and safety standards.
• Develops and prepares training materials, instructional aids, and documentation.
• Coordinates maintenance activities to support operational and institutional needs.
• Works collaboratively with maintenance and service teams to ensure timely and effective system performance.

The Qualified Candidate Will Have:

• Three or more years of HVAC or related experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC system operation and maintenance.
• Ability to install, repair, and maintain electrical systems.
• Working knowledge of welding methods and techniques.
• Practical understanding of plumbing methods and practices.
• Ability to travel within the Region Four area.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of HVAC or related experience.
• Technical certificate or associate degree in HVAC, mechanical systems, or related field.
• Additional related certifications (e.g., EPA 608, NATE, OSHA, Universal Refrigerant).
• Experience with building automation systems or maintenance software (CMMS).
• Experience in public-sector or large-facility environments.
• Supervisory or mentoring experience.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency and sustainability practices.

Why Should You Join Our Team?
The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is, “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want – and we make sure they can do it safely.

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you'll be a great fit.

Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer.

The Agency
UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation please click here.

Additional Information

Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.

Work requires physical exertion.

May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

May be required to provide 24 hour on call services.