HVAC Systems Technician
HVAC Systems Technician
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Job Description
About the Opportunity
What Youll Do
Under the general supervision of the HVAC Trades Manager the HVAC System Technician is responsible for the diagnosis maintenance installation and repair of various types of HVAC heating and filtering equipment to ensure that such systems are functioning effectively and efficiently.
The HVAC Systems Technician must have extensive experience with the installation troubleshooting and servicing of large-scale systems including chillers package units split systems and other equipment designed for air conditioning refrigeration and climate control.
The HVAC Systems Technician will specialize in maintaining and repairing individual HVAC components such as damper actuators valve actuators thermostats and Laboratory Fume Hood exhaust systems to ensure precise functionality and optimal performance of integrated systems.
The HVAC Systems Technician will diagnose malfunctions in control systems and repair air conditioning (A/C) units ensuring optimal performance and system reliability.
The HVAC Systems Technician must have knowledge of standard mechanical system configurations (e.g. VAV constant volume with or without reheat) DDC control systems and water treatment for closed and open loop systems. Familiarity with steam systems chiller operations cooling towers pumps and associated equipment is essential along with a general proficiency in total building operations.
The HVAC Systems Technician typically works a regular schedule but must be available for emergency repairs overtime or coverage as needed during extreme weather conditions and critical campus events. The role may also require non-mechanical work as needed to ensure proper plant operations.
The HVAC Systems Technician is considered essential personnel. This is a condition of description and schedule are subject to change due to University needs and demands.
Available schedule:Sunday through Thursday 6AM 2:30PM
What Were Looking For
Basic Requirements by Technician Level:
HVAC System Technician 1
Minimum of 3 years of current field service experience in a commercial/institutional setting working under a licensed contractor or maintenance organization
Certification in EPA/DEP and Universal CFC reclamation
HVAC Systems Technician 2
Minimum of 5 years of current field service experience in a commercial/institutional setting as a licensed HVAC technician
Valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License
Certification in EPA/DEP and Universal CFC reclamation
Basic Requirements for All
High School diploma or GED
Valid US Drivers license and clean driving record
Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints
Must have working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment BAS systems Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (Archibus preferred)
Must have effective oral and written communication skills
Must possess solid time management and organizational skills work well under pressure and juggle multiple tasks effectively prioritizing competing requirements
Must be able to work professionally and tactfully with fellow employees faculty students and staff to deal with difficult people and/or stressful scenarios
Must maintain a professional appearance and adhere to the Universitys uniform policy
Must be physically able to meet all job requirements including lifting items over 50 lbs and the ability to bend sit squat stand crawl walk climb push/pull kneel handle objects (manual dexterity) reach above shoulder level and use fine finger movements.
Must be able to work alone and climb multiple sets of stairs work off ladders staging lifts to work indoors and outdoors in potentially cramped spaces during inclement weather year-round
Must successfully complete a criminal background check and motor vehicle record check.
Position Type
FacilitiesAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Base Pay Rate:
$47.69Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
