HVAC / Maintenance Technician

ASM Global • Albany, NY

5d • $30 - $35

About The Position

Operate, maintain, and repair arena HVAC systems and central plant equipment to support event operations, occupant comfort, and safe, efficient building performance. The role includes preventive maintenance, responding to system alarms, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and controls issues, and supporting event-related building conditioning and comfort. The technician also coordinates contractor work, monitors capital projects, and maintains safety and environmental compliance. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• General HVAC knowledge.
• Refrigerant certification.
• Prior maintenance and plumbing experience.
• Some electrical knowledge.
• Ability to operate PC monitors.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in addition to normal business hours.
• Ability to use arms and hands for work; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access systems.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and operate equipment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in adverse conditions, including elevated spaces such as lifts or catwalks.
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools and equipment needed for the job.

Nice To Haves

• Carpentry skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and preventive maintenance projects and complete assigned work orders.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain arena HVAC systems, including RTUs, AHUs, VAVs, exhaust/make-up air systems, and associated controls.
• Operate and maintain chiller and boiler plant equipment, including pumps, valves, and hydronic distribution systems.
• Pre-condition spaces to setpoints for events, monitor comfort during events, and adjust schedules and airflow for crowd load.
• Monitor the ALC building automation system, respond to alarms, and trend or adjust setpoints and schedules to optimize comfort and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair HVAC mechanical and controls issues to restore service and minimize event disruption.
• Perform preventive maintenance on filters, belts, bearings, lubrication, coils, and drain pans.
• Coordinate and assist contractors and subcontractors, verify scope completion, and keep mechanical areas organized, clean, and safe.
• Monitor capital projects and contractor work to ensure workmanship, safety, and installation quality meet organizational standards.
• Follow safety practices, including LOTO and lift safety, and environmental requirements, including proper refrigerant handling and documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefit package.
• Opportunity to join a Local Union after completing the 90-day probationary period; union membership, fees, and dues are required and payable by the employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed