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Plumber andor HVAC Technician (Revised Rate 41.00 46.00hr)

Williams College


Job Location:

Williamstown, PA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 41 - 46
Posted: 21 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you a licensed Tradesperson tired of chasing billable hours driving site-to-site and dealing with seasonal layoffs Williams College offers the opportunity to work in a stable year-round environment maintaining our top-tier educational facilities.

To support our dedicated Mechanical Trades team and enhance our service capabilities we are currently looking to fill three full-time Mechanical Trades Technician positions (with immediate and upcoming start dates). We are looking to add skilled Licensed Technicians who can help us round out the shop. Whether your strength is primarily Refrigeration Plumbing or General HVAC your expertise will be a valued addition to our versatile team.

You will focus on high-level preventative maintenance and repairs ensuring our campus infrastructure operates efficiently. You will work on a single campus in Williamstown MA with a consistent schedule and a supportive crew.

Pay: $41.00 - $49.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

Position: Full time benefits-eligible reporting to the Mechanical Trades Supervisor

Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 3:30PM

This position is eligible for premium pay including overtime and applicable shift differentials for work performed during holidays weekends emergency snow response and other qualifying shifts. Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the department.

As a Mechanical Trades Technician you play a critical role in keeping the College moving forward. By completing maintenance work orders assigned to the Mechanical Trades team youll be a key partner in preventing disruptions and solving problems maintaining the underlying structure that makes the Colleges mission to provide a nurturing educational environment possible.

Responsibilities:

  • Performing assigned work orders regarding the installation and maintenance of the Colleges HVAC equipment
  • Monitoring field work for efficiency and best practices.
  • Communicating with the campus community to effectively schedule maintenance and repairs
  • Assisting Preventive Maintenance Technicians with work orders.
  • Assisting with Campus snow control
  • Steam Distribution
  • Installing and maintaining Heat Pumps throughout campus
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • High school diploma plus minimum of 3 years relevant experience required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Valid drivers license required.

In addition at least one of these licenses must be held active and current at the time of hire and maintained throughout employment:

  • Refrigeration License MA Refrigeration Technician License (preferred)
  • Plumbing License MA Plumbing MA Gasfitters or MA LP License
  • Sprinkler Fitter License MA Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter License

Additional Qualifications:

  • Ability to independently manage workload and schedule activities with assigned customers.
  • The ability to work safely and efficiently without close supervision is essential. Ability to work on a ladder.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrable working knowledge of and experience with:

  • Hot Water/Chilled Water Closed loop maintenance
  • Chiller Maintenance
  • Heat pumps
  • Computer Basics DCS system
  • Plumbing/Pipefitting
  • Boiler Controls
  • HVAC Controls-pneumatic/electronic
  • Compressor Maintenance
  • Steam Distribution Maintenance

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until all positions are filled. Pay range is from $41.00 - $46.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

Williams invests in our employees offering comprehensive health insurance with coverage starting your first day of work robust retirement plan contributions tuition reimbursement professional development opportunities paid leave access to gym facilities discounts with local vendors and more.

Our vibrant 450-acre campus is home to around 2000 students who benefit from a 6:1 student-faculty ratio and their energy is the heartbeat of our active population. Many people come to Williams for the job and stay for decades because of the lively environment and warm neighbors. Youre more than a person doing a job; you are joining our community.

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Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant including the completion of a criminal record check and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments promotions and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race color sex national origin religion age disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or military service.

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.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live learn and thrive. As part of this commitment we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at or email at .


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