Facilities Technician

Alivia Group Staffing•Andover, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC and Refrigeration equipment across multiple buildings in a Campus setting. You'll spend a significant portion of your time performing hands-on technical work requiring expertise in HVAC-R systems maintenance in a life sciences environment. While significant site-specific training will be provided, you must be familiar with Building Automation Systems (BAS), Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), and blueprint reading to complete assigned tasks effectively. As part of a shift rotation, you'll participate in on-call coverage and respond to emergency situations, as needed.

Requirements

Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License (active)
High school diploma or state equivalent
2 years of related trade schooling or equivalent
Minimum 3 years’ experience working with HVAC/mechanical systems
Strong troubleshooting skills for HVAC and refrigeration equipment
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats
Knowledge of OSHA standards and local building codes
Proficiency with computer-based systems including Microsoft Office and Outlook
Good understanding of refrigeration system functions and operations, including walk-in coolers, environmental chambers, ice machines etc.
Skill in operating electric hand tools and required technical equipment
Valid driver's license
Physical ability to work in confined spaces (closets, crawl spaces, attics, vaults)
Capability to work on building roofs
Ability to bend frequently, twist, reach, and lift to 50 lbs
Willingness to participate in on-call rotation

Nice To Haves

Massachusetts Refrigeration Contractor License
EPA certification for handling refrigerants
Experience with centrifugal chillers and cooling tower systems
Knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS)
Experience with Variable Air Volume (VAV) systems
Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and schematics
Experience with commercial boiler systems
Background in commercial or industrial building maintenance
Knowledge of energy conservation practices for HVAC systems
Experience with emergency power and backup systems

Responsibilities

Monitor operation of refrigeration, HVAC, centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, VAV systems, and related equipment
Respond immediately to system alarms, troubleshoot issues and take appropriate corrective action
Log complaints, status updates, and follow-up actions in CMMS database
Analyze system operations to determine causes of problems, make adjustments to mechanical systems and implement solutions to ensure optimal operation
Perform preventive maintenance on building and critical system equipment
Install and repair piping, valves, filters, hot water systems, and HVAC units including package units, mini-splits, actuators, and VAVs
Service water heaters, motors, heating units, pumps, and air compressors
Rebuild heat exchangers and replacing bearings and seals in equipment
Check CMMS for new service requests and respond promptly
Record system readings and document all maintenance activities in CMMS database
Report equipment conditions to Management
Assist other technicians with major repairs and maintenance tasks
Ensure safe handling of refrigeration and other compressed gases
Maintaining accurate records of materials, labor, and costs in the work order system
Keeping work areas clean and returning tools to proper storage locations
Repair/Correct alarm condition, if possible, otherwise start follow-up trail for each alarm. You are responsible for all alarms that occur during your shift when on the On Call schedule.
Monitor the operation and make adjustments on refrigeration, heat exchanger, HVAC, Centrifugal Chillers, Cooling tower, VAV systems, electrical, emergency backup systems and hot water systems; monitors operation, adjusts, and maintains refrigeration, chilled water, and air conditioning equipment; boilers, and ventilating and hot water heaters; pumps, valves, piping and filters; other mechanical and electrical equipment; record readings and make adjustments where necessary to assure proper operation of equipment. Requires the ability to analyze the operation of various systems, determine the cause of any problems/malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
Inform upper management about equipment conditions.
Perform preventive maintenance on all base building and critical system equipment which includes but not limited to: assemble all tools, supplies and instruments necessary to complete the job, performing work with a minimum amount disruption, conducting immediate clean-up of work area, completing the work order task sheet, returning tools to workshop, and unused supplies to store room, reporting any equipment problems, impending supply or material shortages to your supervisor.
Install and repairs HVAC units, like package units, mini splits, actuator, VAVs water heaters, motors, heating units etc. Install and rebuild pumps and motors; install and rebuild air compressors; heat exchangers; replace bearings in all types of motors; replace seals on pumps; install and repair piping, valves, filters, hot water systems and associated controls; assist other technicians and operators with major repairs and maintenance of building and equipment. Inspect, repairs, and maintains electrical controls, switching and motor controls.
Complies with departmental policy for the safe handling of hazardous materials.
Ensures that all appropriate R&M data (i.e. material costs, contract labor costs, Jones Lang LaSalle effort, etc.) is captured on a work order.
Maintain compliance with the JLL ESCP audit