HVAC Mechanic

Tufts University•Medford, MA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC Mechanic I works for Tufts University’s Department of Facilities Services, which maintains and manages facilities across three campuses. Reporting to facilities management, the mechanic diagnoses, maintains, installs, and repairs HVAC, heating, filtering, air-conditioning, refrigeration, climate-control, and air-quality systems to ensure effective and efficient operation. The role includes servicing chillers, packaged systems, and split systems; performing minor plumbing and electrical work as permitted by code; and following university procedures, safety requirements, and reasonable deadlines. The mechanic also maintains accurate preventive-maintenance and equipment-condition records in the university’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and prepares the parts and tools needed for daily work. The regular schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at one work location. The position may require work outside those hours for emergency repairs, extreme weather, campus coverage, and events, including nights and weekends. It is designated an essential position. The listed pay rate is $49.18 per hour. Eligible new hires may receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus in two installments, subject to the stated eligibility criteria.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 7 years of relevant experience, including at least 4 years 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, building automation systems (BAS), and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
Strong time-management and organizational skills; ability to multitask, prioritize competing requirements, and work under pressure.
Ability to work professionally and tactfully with employees, faculty, students, and staff, including in difficult or stressful situations.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and adhere to the university uniform policy.
Physical ability to meet all job requirements.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors, including in cramped spaces and inclement weather throughout the year.
Successful completion of CORI/SORI background and driving background checks.
EPA/DEP certification.
Universal CFC reclamation certification.
Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License.
Valid U.S. driver's license.
Flexibility to work outside the regular schedule for campus emergencies and events, including nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in a relevant field.
Trade or vocational school education.
Proficiency with the Maximo CMMS system.
Valid Massachusetts Journeyman Sheet Metal License.
OSHA 10 card.
Familiarity with JCI and Schneider BAS systems.
Familiarity with Maximo CMMS.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, maintain, install, repair, adjust, and troubleshoot HVAC, heating, ventilating, filtering, air-conditioning, refrigeration, climate-control, and air-quality systems and equipment.
Install, troubleshoot, and service chillers, packaged systems, and split systems.
Perform minor plumbing and electrical work as allowed by code.
Follow university standard operating procedures and safety requirements, and complete work within reasonable deadlines.
Create and maintain timely, accurate preventive-maintenance and condition records for HVAC systems, equipment, and components in the university CMMS.
Prepare the parts and tools needed for each day's activities.
Provide emergency repairs or coverage outside the regular schedule, including during extreme weather and important campus events.

Benefits

15 vacation days annually for weekly paid employees.
14 paid holidays per year.
2 personal days per year.
University-funded retirement plan with 5% or 10% of covered salary over the 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 coverage.
Other perks and discounts.
Eligible new hires may receive a one-time $5,000 sign-on bonus, paid in two $2,500 installments at the 180th day and one-year anniversary, subject to eligibility criteria.