HVAC Specialist

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

8/12/2026

Entity:

Wisconsin

Job Code:

410037

Job Title:

HVAC Specialist

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

JOB SUMMARY

The nature of the services provided by this position may affect UW Health Patients, Visitors, Employees, and other departments.  A wide variety of both internal and external relationships is involved in carrying out the duties of this position.

The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) Specialist is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, adjusting, and modifying HVAC control systems (pneumatic, electric, and electronic equipment).  The position is responsible for specialized advanced environmental controls and routine maintenance and repair of the HVAC environmental systems. The position may train operators on workstation procedures used to monitor and control the facility. This position may work in various locations owned or operated by UW Health. The Hospital and Clinic operations environment requires quicker than normal response to system and equipment failures

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Review work orders and individual complaints to locate, identify, and troubleshoot equipment, and system malfunctions.

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Inspect malfunctioning controls or equipment to determine source of problem and decide on appropriate action to correct the problem.

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Install new, and remodel old control, systems, or components.

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Redesign existing controls and equipment for maximum efficiency.

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Balance air and water flow distribution to optimize system performance.

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Read printouts and interpret the information provided to make changes to the computer programs which control the operation of fans, chillers, pumps, dampers, and controls.

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Assist in the determination to incorporate existing systems with new equipment.

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Determine energy management savings and conservation.

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Work with and, at times, direct contractors and vendors hired by UW Health.

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Maintain records and written documentation associated with codes of all applicable local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.

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Maintain and repair pneumatic and electronic control systems.

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Perform HVAC analysis to recognize systems malfunctions, interpret diagrams and make appropriate repairs or adjustments to complete system.

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Review plans and specifications for new and remodeling projects and recommend changes and/or modifications.

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Order supplies using requisition system.

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Perform additional duties as assigned that may include assisting Trades or Maintenance Technicians.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Non-Clinical

JOB REQUIREMENTS

No minimum education required.

Required

2 years

Previous Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Building Automation System controls experience or combination of formal training and experience.

Required

2 years

Experience working in a healthcare environment with specialized requirements (operating rooms, airborne isolation rooms, protective environment rooms etc.)

Preferred

Must possess a current, valid driver’s license issued by the individual’s state of residence. Must be at least 21 years old or have a minimum of three (3) years of driving experience to operate a Personal Vehicle, Patient/Visitor Vehicle, or standard UW Health Fleet Vehicle. ​

Required

BOC (Building Operator Certification), or American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineer (ASHRAE) or Operations & Performance (O&P) Management Certification or equivalent to the above

Preferred

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification

Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Knowledge of building automation and other computerized systems

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Knowledge of and ability to diagnose and repair digital, electronic and pneumatic controls

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Knowledge of sophisticated air handling equipment and associated parts

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Knowledge and ability to maintain and adjust computer based environmental controls used to balance elements (i.e. inside temperature, humidity, air velocity, time of day usage, system capabilities, and energy efficiency)

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Ability to read and interpret design prints and controls drawings

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Knowledge of building codes, and code requirements of regulatory agencies

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Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications

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Critical thinking and complex problem solving skills.

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Ability to ensure compliance requirements are followed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

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Sedentary: Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Up to 10#

Negligible

Negligible

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Light: Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all of these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that they can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.

up to 20#

Up to 10# or requires significant walking or standing or requires pushing/pulling of arm/leg controls.

Negligible or constant push/pull of items of negligible weight

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Medium: Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that they can also do sedentary and light work.

20-50#

10-25#

Negligible-10#

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Heavy: Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that they can also do medium, light, and sedentary work.

50-100#

25-50#

10-20#

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Very Heavy: Very heavy work involves lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more. If someone can do very heavy work, we determine that they can also do heavy, medium, light, and sedentary work.

Over 100#

Over 50#

Over 20#

Other - list any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications not indicated above:

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.