HVAC Systems Technician

Northeastern University • Newton, MA

105d • $47

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the HVAC Trades Manager, the HVAC System Technician is responsible for the diagnosis, maintenance, installation and repair of various types of HVAC, heating and filtering equipment to ensure that such systems are functioning effectively and efficiently. The HVAC Systems Technician must have extensive experience with the installation, troubleshooting, and servicing of large-scale systems, including chillers, package units, split systems, and other equipment designed for air conditioning, refrigeration, and climate control. The HVAC Systems Technician will specialize in maintaining and repairing individual HVAC components such as damper actuators, valve actuators, thermostats, and Laboratory Fume Hood exhaust systems to ensure precise functionality and optimal performance of integrated systems. The HVAC Systems Technician will diagnose malfunctions in control systems and repair air conditioning (A/C) units, ensuring optimal performance and system reliability. The HVAC Systems Technician must have knowledge of standard mechanical system configurations (e.g., VAV, constant volume with or without reheat), DDC control systems, and water treatment for closed and open loop systems. Familiarity with steam systems, chiller operations, cooling towers, pumps, and associated equipment is essential, along with a general proficiency in total building operations. The HVAC Systems Technician typically works a regular schedule but must be available for emergency repairs, overtime, or coverage as needed, during extreme weather conditions, and critical campus events. The role may also require non-mechanical work as needed to ensure proper plant operations. The HVAC Systems Technician is considered essential personnel. This is a condition of employment. Job description and schedule are subject to change due to University needs and demands. Available schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 6AM – 2:30PM.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of current field service experience in a commercial/institutional setting for HVAC System Technician 1.
• Minimum of 5 years of current field service experience in a commercial/institutional setting as a licensed HVAC technician for HVAC System Technician 2.
• Certification in EPA/DEP and Universal CFC reclamation.
• Valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License for HVAC System Technician 2.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid US Driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints.
• Working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment and BAS systems.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Solid time management and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (Archibus preferred).
• Ability to work professionally and tactfully with diverse groups.
• Physical ability to meet job requirements including lifting over 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, install, and repair HVAC, heating, and filtering equipment.
• Ensure HVAC systems are functioning effectively and efficiently.
• Install, troubleshoot, and service large-scale HVAC systems including chillers and package units.
• Maintain and repair individual HVAC components such as damper actuators and thermostats.
• Diagnose malfunctions in control systems and repair A/C units.
• Work on standard mechanical system configurations and DDC control systems.
• Be available for emergency repairs and overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness and life benefits.
• Retirement plans.
• Commuting and transportation benefits.

What This Job Offers

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