Facility Energy Technician 3

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Facility Energy Technician 3

Oregon Department of Administrative Services

Portland, Oregon (NE Portland, Lloyd District)

If you’re an experienced HVAC/R professional who enjoys working on large, complex systems, this is your chance to put your skills to work maintaining critical state facilities across the Portland metro area.

At DAS, you’ll work on chillers, boilers, data centers, labs, and commercial refrigeration systems that support thousands of employees and the public, all while enjoying stable hours and excellent benefits.

What You’ll Do

As a Facility Energy Technician 3, you’ll be the go-to expert for HVAC and refrigeration systems across state-owned and leased buildings in the Portland area. Your work ensures optimal building performance and occupant comfort.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on large-scale HVAC systems, including chillers (up to 567 tons), steam boilers (up to 500 HP), pumps, and control valves.

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration systems for data centers, labs, walk-in coolers/freezers, and commercial kitchens.

• Maintain and calibrate variable frequency drives, pneumatic and DDC control systems, and programmable logic controllers.

• Fabricate and retrofit HVAC ductwork and components; calculate heat loads and airflow requirements.

• Oversee and train junior technicians; respond to emergency calls in Portland, Hillsboro, Tigard, and Wilsonville.

View the entire job description here.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of a recognized HVAC/R apprenticeship program or a two-year HVAC/R accredited trade school in heating and air-conditioning or refrigeration AND two years of full-time experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position;

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Four years of full-time experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position;

OR

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Special Qualifications:

Required Licenses:

• Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification (EPA 40 CFR Part 82)

• Oregon Restricted Energy Technician License (LEB/LEA) or Limited Maintenance Electrical License (LME)

Desired Attributes:

• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex HVAC and refrigeration systems.

• Ability to work with computerized facility management systems and energy management software.

• Solid communication skills and practical math knowledge.

• Familiarity with programming languages for system controls.

• Team-oriented mindset with leadership ability for mentoring others.

• Commitment to safety and compliance with environmental regulations.

How to Apply

Ready to join our team?

• External Applicants: Click “Apply” on the job posting to submit your application.

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

Important Application Requirements:

Attach a current resume that clearly shows how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes listed in the posting. Only complete applications received by the deadline will be considered. Applications submitted without a cover letter and resume may not be reviewed.

Why DAS?

At DAS, innovation and service excellence start with our people. We support one another as professionals and as individuals, fostering a culture of learning, trust, and collaboration. We believe diversity fuels creativity and better decision-making—and we deeply value the unique strengths and perspectives every team member contributes.

Our amazing benefits include: 

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. 

• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service. 

• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP). 

• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being. 

• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. 

• Commuting: Access to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner. 

• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. 

• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.

Additional Details

• This recruitment is for 1 permanent, full-time, SEIU-represented Facility Energy Technician 3 position, and may be used to fill future vacancies.  

• Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides.

• *The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check including fingerprints. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• We do not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Contact Information

Please contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and application or Job-specific questions.

Please include the job requisition number: REQ-190060.

• Recruiter: Cassie Graham

• Email: cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov

• Phone (text friendly): 503-949-6169

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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.