HVAC Technician
HVAC Technician
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Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial socioeconomic and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty administration and staff.
Job Description:
Amherst College invites applications for the HVAC Technician position. The HVAC Technicianis a fulltime yearround position starting at $29.00 per hour commensurate with experience. Given Amhersts distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.
Support the efforts of the Mechanical Shop. Performs software work related to the operation maintenance repair programming and installation of building automation systems and HVAC controls. This includes troubleshooting and performing maintenance services on all types of control systems associated with building automation including information technology safety energy management digital electronic electromechanical and pneumatic. Tests troubleshoots diagnoses and repairs all types of building automation system equipment and software. This would include all HVAC equipment and controls fans and blowers including troubleshooting of motors fan coils VAVs heat exchangers boilers chillers cooling towers air conditioning and pumps etc.
Ability to read wiring diagrams and blueprints and troubleshoot low voltage circuitry. Responsible for providing advice/guidance to other staff that may be working with these issues. Provides technological expertise as a point of contact for system controls with manufacturer representatives and building automation service contractors. Current oncampus systems include the Automated Logic and Andover/Schneider Electric Building Management systems.
The position is considered an essential position meaning the employee is expected to report to work even if the College is closed for weatherrelated or other reasons. Due to the nature of the position some work outside normal operation hours (evenings weekends and holidays) is required and must respond to emergencies as needed.
Summary of Responsibilities:
General and Planned Maintenance of Systems
Maintain troubleshoot and repair all building management systems and controls associated with heating ventilation and air conditioning systems including electric electronic and pneumatic controls
Planned maintenance programs to keep the integrity of all building management systems
Effectively collaborate and communicate with a diverse set of colleagues
Installation of Systems
Conduct new installations of HVAC systems and controls associated with space upgrades renovations or expansion of systems
System Repair Response
Response and of emergency calls on all HVAC and building management systems
Qualifications:
Required
HVAC trade school certificate or 5 years of experience
A valid drivers license and successful credentialing is required in order to operate college vehicles
An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check
More than 5 years of experience with commercial and industrial HVAC and controls work
Strong written and verbal communication and problemsolving skills
Experience with or commitment to working with a diverse community
Preemployment physical/lift test
Preferred
Associates degree in a related field or 8 years experience in lieu of a degree
More than 8 years experience in commercial and industrial HVAC and controls work
Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development continued learning and career advancement.
Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
