HVAC Mechanic I

WPI • Worcester, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Trades Manager, the HVAC I Technician is responsible for the diagnosis, maintenance, installation, and repair of a wide range of HVAC, heating, and air-filtration equipment to ensure systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of current field service experience in a commercial or institutional setting as a licensed HVAC technician
• Valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License
• EPA/DEP Certification and Universal CFC Reclamation Certification
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment, BAS systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), with Archibus preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Effective time-management and organizational abilities; must work well under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work professionally and tactfully with colleagues, faculty, students, and staff, including in stressful or challenging situations
• Must maintain a professional appearance and comply with the University’s uniform policy
• Physical ability to meet all job demands, including: Lifting items over 50 lbs Bending, sitting, squatting, standing, crawling, walking, climbing, kneeling Pushing/pulling and reaching above shoulder level Using tools and performing manual and fine-finger movements
• Ability to work independently, climb stairs, and work on ladders, staging, lifts, and similar equipment
• Willingness to work indoors and outdoors, including in confined spaces and during inclement weather year-round
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check and motor-vehicle record check
• The employee must frequently move, transport, install, or remove items up to 50 pounds; they must frequently use their hands to feel while operating, activating, using, preparing, inspecting, or positioning various equipment or objects required to perform the job.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand, move, and traverse.
• The employee is frequently required to ascend/descend, work atop, and traverse while performing essential job duties.
• The employee is also frequently required to sit in a stationary position, or move to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, troubleshooting, servicing, and repair of large-scale HVAC systems, including chillers, package units, split systems, and other air-conditioning, refrigeration, and climate-control equipment.
• Maintain and repair individual HVAC components such as damper actuators, valve actuators, thermostats, and laboratory fume hood exhaust systems to ensure optimal system performance.
• Diagnose malfunctions in HVAC control systems and repair air-conditioning (A/C) units to maintain peak operational efficiency and reliability.
• Apply knowledge of standard mechanical system configurations (e.g., VAV, constant volume with or without reheat), direct digital control (DDC) systems, and water-treatment requirements for closed- and open-loop systems.
• Work with steam systems, chiller operations, cooling towers, pumps, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Utilize Building Automation Systems (BAS), preferably Automated Logic Controls (ALC), for monitoring and optimizing HVAC performance.
• Work a regular schedule but remain available for emergency repairs, overtime, and critical coverage during extreme weather or major campus events.
• Perform non-mechanical work as needed to support efficient plant and facilities operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED