Facilities Technician III - HVAC in Draper, Utah at The Living Planet Aquarium
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Job Description
Position: Facilities Technician III - HVAC
Reports To: Facilities Manager
Compensation: $35+ DOE
Why Utah?
Utah is home to five national parks, world-class skiing and snowboarding, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails, and stunning deserts, mountains, and lakes, all within easy driving distance. Outdoor adventure is part of everyday life. The Salt Lake Valley consistently ranks high for safety, clean communities, short commute times, and family-friendly amenities. Draper offers a balance of suburban comfort and urban access, with downtown Salt Lake City just 15 minutes away. Enjoy all four seasons without extremes—sunny summers, colorful falls, snowy winters, and mild springs, perfect for both outdoor recreation and city living. Utah’s communities are known for being engaged, supportive, and service-oriented, making it easy for newcomers to feel at home.
About Loveland Living Planet Aquarium:
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is a mission-driven institution dedicated to inspiring people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems. Founded in 1997, the Aquarium provides impactful educational experiences for guests of all ages and backgrounds.
Since opening its Draper, Utah facility in 2014, LLPA has welcomed more than 10 million visitors and delivered over 650,000 educational experiences to students. Home to over 4,000 animals representing 650 species, the Aquarium features immersive habitats from around the world, including coral reefs, kelp forests, the deep ocean, Antarctic waters, tropical rainforests, Asian cloud forests, and Utah’s freshwater ecosystems.
Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 2019, LLPA is in an exciting phase of growth. With the opening of the Sam and Aline Skaggs Science Learning Center, the Aquarium became the largest in the Mountain West and the fifth largest aquarium in the continental United States, offering expanded opportunities for education, research, and professional impact.
Position Summary:
The Facilities Technician supports the maintenance, repair, and overall functionality of building systems and infrastructure. This role ensures a safe, efficient, and well-maintained environment through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work across multiple trades including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general facilities upkeep.
This Facilities position has a primary focus on the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of the Aquarium’s HVAC systems. This role helps ensure reliable climate control throughout the facility to support animal welfare, guest comfort, and safe, efficient building operations.
Qualifications, Critical Skills, and Competencies:
- High school diploma or equivalent required (technical certification preferred)
- 3+ years of facilities maintenance or related experience
- Advanced proficiency across multiple trades including drywall and painting
- Moderate proficiency across multiple trades including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, hand and power tools
- Advanced proficiency in HVAC service and repair
- Basic experience in fabrication
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Experience coordinating projects or vendors preferred
- Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards
- EPA/RMGA, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certifications preferred
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain HVAC systems using BMS, proper preventative maintenance, and reactive repair
- Perform general maintenance and repairs including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and painting
- Complete preventative maintenance tasks to ensure safe and efficient facility operations
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve facility issues in a timely manner
- Follow all safety policies and procedures and maintain compliance with regulations
- Properly use and maintain tools, equipment, and materials
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Communicate effectively with team members and other departments
- Assist with facility improvement projects and general upkeep
- Support emergency response efforts as needed
- Perform advanced diagnostics, repairs, and system troubleshooting
- Lead complex maintenance projects and repairs
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized work
- Serve as a subject matter expert across multiple trades
- Proactively identify and resolve system issues
- Support emergency response and critical repairs
- Mentor and train Technician I and II team members
- Assist in planning and improving preventative maintenance programs
Physical Demands of the Job:
- Extended periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, balancing, crawling and reaching
- Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.; up to 100 lbs. with assistance
- Comfortable and able to work on ladders at heights up to 20 ft.
- Job will primarily be in a workshop environment
- Must be comfortable working around water, salt, power tools, and animals
- The overall work environment while performing this job includes exposure to weather conditions and the noise level is usually moderate to high
- Periodic evening work is expected as well as some holidays and weekends
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus optional FSA/HSA accounts
- Paid time off & 12 paid holidays per year
- Paid bereavement leave and paid new child leave (birth, adoption, or placement)
- Employer-paid short-term disability; optional long-term disability coverage
- Convenient onsite childcare (employees pay approximately 20% of the cost)
- 401(k) with match up to 4% - fully vested from day 1 of contribution
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free Aquarium membership
- Discounts on tickets, gift shop, and café purchases
- Free and discounted animal encounters
- Pet insurance and discounts
- Footwear discounts
- Entertainment, travel, and retail savings through Tickets at Work
While this job description attempts to describe the essential functions of the position, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. The overall work environment while performing this job includes exposure to weather conditions and the noise level is usually moderate. The employee is expected to adhere to all policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.
The Living Planet Aquarium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or military status. The Living Planet Aquarium is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process. Should you require accommodations, please contact accommodation@livingplanetaquarium.org.