Air Quality Tech 2-U (HVAC)
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Offers steady employment with a clear skill utilization but demands physical labor and specific licensing.
- Steady hourly wage with benefits
- Hands-on work in HVAC systems
- Stable role in facilities management
Pros
- Solid hourly pay and benefits package
- Stable job within an established institution
- Chance to work with a team of skilled technicians
Cons
- Physically demanding role with on-site work
- Limited advancement opportunities in a technical capacity
- Need for specific certifications like EPA refrigerant handling
Who it's for
Mid-Level / Skilled Trades • On-site
Good fit
- Experienced HVAC technicians
- Individuals seeking steady trade work
- Skilled workers interested in facilities maintenance
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates without skills certification
- Those preferring administrative roles
- Individuals averse to physical labor
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About the job
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL You are invited to submit an application to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position. Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success. Perform master HVAC work; supervise variously skilled Air Quality workers in HVAC work. Approved certificate from an accredited related apprenticeship program, Two (2) years of related work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement Must have an EPA refrigeration certificate Valid driver's license with an acceptable record One (1) year related experience Shift: Varies Starting Pay Rate: $32.59 per hour Post Probationary Rate: $32.59 per hour Application Deadline: 11/04/2025 Application Information Candidacy for this role will be determined by: Do you have active passing test scores on file with HR for this job title? If you would like to qualify for this position using those test scores, upload a letter to the “Additional Documents” section stating your name, address, test score, exam date, and expiration date. Please note that the preferred method of communication is by email – make sure we have an email on file that you regularly check. Are you eligible to receive Ex-Veteran Credit? To receive additional credit for military service you must have a DD214 stating you received an Honorable Discharge and must send us a copy. To receive credit do one of the following: [[salaryMin]] UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. REQ: 100245 SF:LJN (OMJ) SF:RM SF:HED, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,000 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 350,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $88.8 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu. Job Overview
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