HVAC Mechanic

Tufts University • Medford, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Facilities Services at Tufts University is responsible for the efficient and cost-effective operations, maintenance, and management of all university facilities, encompassing approximately 5 million square feet across three campuses. Services include facility maintenance, capital maintenance, IT systems for operations, energy and utilities, recycling, event services, grounds maintenance, and facility condition assessment. Facilities Services plays a crucial role in managing a significant annual investment in deferred maintenance and collaborates closely with public health and safety, campus planning, and construction departments.

This HVAC Mechanic I position reports to facilities management and is responsible for the diagnosis, maintenance, installation, and repair of various HVAC, heating, and filtering equipment to ensure optimal system function. The role requires experience with chillers, package systems, split systems, and equipment for air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, climate, and air quality control. While typically working a regular schedule, the position requires availability for emergency repairs and coverage during critical times like extreme weather or major campus events, classifying it as an essential role.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 7-years of relevant experience including a minimum of 4-years of experience as a licensed HVAC technician.
• Ability to perform minor plumbing and electrical work (as allowed by code).
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints.
• Working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment, BAS systems (JCI and Schneider helpful), and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (MAXIMO helpful).
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Solid time management and organizational skills, ability to work under pressure and juggle multiple tasks effectively, prioritizing competing requirements.
• Ability to work professionally and tactfully with employees, faculty, students, and staff; deal with difficult people and/or stressful scenarios.
• Must maintain a professional appearance at all times and adhere to the University’s uniform policy.
• Physically able to meet all job requirements.
• Solid time management skills including the ability to multi-task, tactfully deal with unforeseen challenges and people, and work well in a team setting with other technicians and trades professionals.
• Required to work indoors and outdoors in potentially cramped spaces, during inclement weather year-round.
• Successful completion of CORI/SORI background and driving background checks.
• Certification in EPA/DEP Universal CFC reclamation
• Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License
• Valid US driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree or higher in a relevant field
• Trade or vocational school
• Proficiency in the use of Maximo CMMS system
• Valid Massachusetts Journeyman Sheet Metal License
• OSHA 10 card

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs, adjusts, maintains, and troubleshoots all heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, including Building Automation Systems (BAS) like Johnson Controls Metasys & Schneider Electric, refrigerant controls, chiller systems, hermetic compressors, heat pumps, split systems, packaged units, duct or ductless splits, electric motors, electric motor controls, commercial furnaces, boilers, burners, water pumps, intake and exhaust fans, unit heaters, economizers, humidifiers, and dehumidifiers.
• Creates and maintains timely and accurate asset preventive maintenance and condition records for HVAC systems, equipment, and components using the university’s continuous maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Recommends and procures spare parts for replacement as necessary.
• Understands and adheres to all university operating procedures regarding resource use, time tracking, and logging of maintenance and repair activities.
• Prepares parts and tools daily for scheduled activities.
• Completes work in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinates work functions with fellow employees.
• Coordinates with the assigned manager for the use of non-stock University tools and ensures their timely return.
• Participates in University-wide internal training/meetings as required.
• Attends approved Johnson Controls Metasys classes and/or training or other vendor training approved by managers.
• Maintains and safeguards university tools professionally.
• Maintains equipment manuals and repair records.
• Maintains an "in house" inventory of parts for emergency/off-hour repairs.
• Responds to on-call and overtime requirements as needed.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 15 Vacation days annually for weekly paid employees
• 14 Paid Holidays per year
• 2 Personal days per year
• University-Funded Retirement Plan at 5 or 10% covered salary over Social Security Wage Base (vesting period applies)
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition remission for eligible staff and their dependents
• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability

What This Job Offers

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