HVAC Technician (Full Time)

American Dream•East Rutherford, NJ

About The Position

The HVAC Technician performs testing, repairs, and calibrations on American Dream building systems, analyzes HVAC system performance, and makes adjustments to support safe and peak operating efficiency. The role performs preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC equipment, supports projects involving equipment repairs and replacements, system upgrades, and major repairs, and responds to emergency calls involving life and fire safety systems, sprinklers, water, and gas. The technician also assists mall tenants with equipment operation and space-temperature concerns, maintains a safe work area, provides internal and external guest service, helps ensure adequate parts and supply inventories, and assists with building maintenance and other departments as needed. The position includes maintenance and inspections of low-pressure condensing boilers. It requires rotating weekend work and on-call rotations with other team members. American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from harassment and discrimination; employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics or other bases prohibited by law.

Requirements

Trade school or vocational/technical certificate in commercial or industrial refrigeration, air conditioning service, or operation.
Educational background in HVAC system operation, with knowledge of air systems and components.
At least 2 years of experience in refrigeration-field building-systems operations.
Certification in refrigerant recovery.
Strong background in electrical troubleshooting and reading control schematics.
Knowledge of mechanical maintenance and service.
Low-pressure Black Seal required.
Ability to read electrical and mechanical blueprints and plumbing drawings.
Ability to read and understand technical documents related to applicable areas and document service repairs.
Good communication skills and ability to consult with tenants.
At least 2 years of field experience in HVAC equipment service.
Knowledge of building life and safety systems operation.
Basic computer and typing skills.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on American Dream HVAC equipment.
Test, repair, and calibrate American Dream building-systems equipment.
Analyze HVAC system performance and make adjustments to ensure safe and peak operating efficiency.
Work with HVAC Technicians on equipment repairs and replacements, system upgrades, and major repairs.
Respond to emergency calls concerning life and fire safety, fire sprinkler systems, water, and gas, and take corrective action.
Assist mall tenants with equipment-operation and space-temperature concerns.
Ensure the safety of the immediate work area and surrounding areas.
Provide outstanding internal and external guest service.
Ensure supplies and parts inventories are sufficient and assist the HVAC Supervisor with purchases.
Perform maintenance and inspections on low-pressure condensing boilers.
Perform other duties related to building maintenance and repair.
Assist other departments as needed.