Building Technician HVAC (m/f/d) – With Responsibility and Heart for Our Buildings

About the job

Building Technician HVAC (m/f/d) – With Responsibility and Heart for Our Buildings

In the Facility Services Department at ETH Zurich, we create the optimal conditions for teaching, research and technology transfer. We maintain the buildings and ensure the energy and media supply as well as the technical and infrastructural building management of all rooms used by ETH Zurich.

You are passionate about technical challenges and want to work where sophisticated building technology enables the operation of teaching and research? Even in a dynamic environment, you keep an overview and ensure smooth operation with your commitment? Then we look forward to getting to know you.

For the Hönggerberg site, we are looking immediately or by arrangement for a Building Technician HVAC (m/f/d) in the HI building area .

Job Description

In this versatile and responsible position, you and your team ensure that all HVAC systems are operated safely, without faults and energy-efficiently.

You plan, prioritise and coordinate maintenance and repair measures, ensuring that all technical systems function reliably at all times. You coordinate external service providers, accompany their on-site deployments, check the quality of the work performed and ensure that agreed maintenance contracts are adhered to.

The planning, procurement and management of spare and reserve materials also fall within your area of responsibility. With your technical expertise, you actively contribute to the continuous optimisation of operations. You analyse processes as well as control and regulation systems, identify potential improvements and independently implement appropriate measures.

When commissioning and accepting new and existing systems, you apply your HVAC expertise purposefully and ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation. During construction projects, you represent the interests of building services, coordinate interfaces, work closely with project teams and participate in construction meetings.

In quality management, you ensure compliance with internal standards, maintain system data in GMIS/Planon and actively promote optimisations. Additionally, you take on on-call duties and shift work tasks, such as opening and closing buildings.

You also play an important role in safety: you ensure personal and operational safety, supervise security areas, respond to alarms, provide first aid in emergencies and support the fire alarm and evacuation teams.

In short: you are a key pillar for smooth, safe and modern building operations. With your expertise, sense of responsibility and holistic view, you make a decisive contribution to the success of operations.

Profile

• At least 5 years of experience in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of complex building services systems.
• Sound technical knowledge, analytical thinking and the ability to assess and specifically improve processes, control strategies and system behaviour.
• Organisational skills, flexibility and experience in dealing with various stakeholders – from specialists to external partners.
• Careful, structured working style and willingness to systematically maintain and further develop operational and system data.
• Sense of responsibility, reliability and the ability to act calmly and professionally in safety-relevant situations.
• High team spirit, clear and level-appropriate communication, solution-oriented working style and enjoyment of an academically demanding environment.
• Good MS Office and CAFM skills, as well as very good German and good English skills.

We Offer

Your profession with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development but also actively contributes to positive changes in society.

Working at the Vice Presidency for Infrastructure and Sustainability (VPIN) means actively shaping the future of ETH Zurich – an inspiring, international and innovative institution. Your commitment creates the best conditions for excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer and sustainability at ETH Zurich.

In an open, inspiring atmosphere, trust, reliability and mutual respect form the foundation of our collaboration. We offer you not only security but also diverse development opportunities. With us, you can expect meaningful work in an innovative and appreciative environment that you can help shape and that opens up new perspectives for you.

• At ETH Zurich, you will find a dynamic, international environment where occupational safety and health protection are constantly rethought
• You will have scope for design and practical, creative solutions are very welcome
• Flexible, jointly designed working models
• We live: Lifelong Learning
• Benefits such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ , childcare, attractive pension benefits etc.

Working, Teaching and Researching at ETH Zurich

Diversity and Sustainability are Important to Us

In line with our values , ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity and foster a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. On our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website , you can learn how we ensure a fair and open environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So Are We.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Work certificates and qualifications

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by e-mail or post will not be considered.

Further information about the Facility Services Department can be found on our website. For enquiries, please contact Joel Böni, Head of Technology Building Area HI, Tel. 044 633 25 55 or e-mail joelboeni@ethz.ch (no application documents), who will be happy to assist you.

The ETH Zurich Terms and Conditions for Personnel Placement Services apply to recruitment agencies.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical and natural science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, pioneering fundamental research and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. More than 30,000 people from over 120 countries find an environment with us that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires top performance. Located in the heart of Europe and connected worldwide, we develop solutions together for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.