Definition

This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The pay range for this position is $27.8730 - $31.5357 per hour, DOE.

The Missoula County Facilities Department is seeking a HVAC ENGINEER to join their team. This position primarily performs duties related to the installation, repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems at various Missoula County sites for the Facilities Maintenance Department. Also performs all of the technical building and grounds maintenance work of a Building Engineer.

Details: Priority screening will begin on Thursday, June 19, 2025. It is in your best interest to apply by this date. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established, or the position has been filled.

To Apply

Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested/submitted.
Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, a resume, and documentation of EPA 608 Type 2 Refrigeration certification.
Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.

Representative Examples of Work

Repairs and maintains chillers, cooling towers, heat pumps, HVAC and well water-cooling systems. Performs service repair and maintenance of heating equipment, ventilation equipment, boilers, pumps, and related equipment. Repairs and replaces refrigeration compressors and system components; troubleshoots electrical components of large refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Brazes ACR copper fittings and uses a vacuum pump and recovery unit for making repairs. Repairs and replaces electronic digital control systems; programs and services building automation controls Adjusts settings or logic from a laptop or a desktop computer. Observes county building structures, envelopes and systems; reports any maintenance issues or unsafe conditions to the supervisor. Monitors preventive maintenance schedules and computerized control systems, performs preventive maintenance on hydronic circuits, boilers, and building access control systems. Performs maintenance and fixture replacement on lighting systems. Assists with maintenance and repairs at remote mountain transmitter sites in all weather conditions. Performs work to repair specialized building systems including: fire and security systems; tube transport system; inmate phone system; and video arraignment system. Makes plumbing, electrical, and minor welding repairs. Assists with fire extinguisher maintenance. Monitors supply inventory, maintains computerized records, and notifies the supervisor when supplies or parts are needed; places orders for supplies. Picks up supplies or materials as required. Adheres to tool control policy. Performs grounds maintenance including snow removal, de-icing; lawn maintenance and work on lawn sprinkler systems.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires high school graduation or GED.
Requires EPA 608 Type 2 Refrigeration certification. NATE Core certification desired.
Requires four years of HVAC installation, repair and maintenance experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Montana Driver's License and pass a driving history and extensive criminal background check.

Physical/Environmental Demands

The work is performed at a wide variety of facilities county wide including but not limited to: County courthouse and other office buildings; county fairgrounds; mountain transmitter sites; etc. The work requires considerable physical activity, occasionally in adverse weather conditions and in facilities in various states of repair. Requires work in detention cells and exposure to inmates. Requires frequent walking, stooping, bending, climbing of stairs and high ladders and lifting of moderate to very heavy objects (50 to 100 plus pounds) with the use of mechanical or people assists. The work requires the physical ability to operate a snowmobile, drive a four-wheel drive motor vehicle, and operate a forklift and other equipment. Requires work outside of the normal workday and the employee will be subject to on-call assignments that requires carrying a pager and a cell phone. Work may cause exposure to health threats such as sewage and blood-borne pathogens.

Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in a scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!

Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.

Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

Excellent Medical Health Benefits – Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

Flexible Benefits Plan – Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insurance are offered through Mutual of Omaha.

Public Employees Retirement System – Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.

Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS) – A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Supplemental Retirement Benefits are offered through Valic or Nationwide.

Sick Leave – Full-time employees accrue 7.38 hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Vacation Leave – Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays – The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.

Paid Parental Leave (PPL)- In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

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