HVAC Technician (Hourly)

Indian River State College•Fort Pierce, FL

13d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Indian River State College Team – Exceptional Benefits Await You! At Indian River State College, you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance. Comprehensive Health Coverage We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources. We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage) Retirement Plans for a Secure Future Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options, rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans. Generous Paid Time Off Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, personal, and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated. Employee Discounts : Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services, including tickets to popular attractions in the area. Professional Growth Opportunities Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. Indian River State College provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential. Join Our Facilities Team as an HVAC Technician! Indian River State College is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to help maintain and repair our campus systems, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for students, staff, and visitors. In this role, you’ll work on chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and a variety of HVAC and refrigeration systems while performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting. If you have proven HVAC experience, strong technical skills, and an EPA certification, we’d love to have you on our team!

Requirements

Proven documented work experience and knowledge in HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting experience
Proven knowledge and maintenance experience with the following components of HVAC is essential: various types of chillers, digital controls, and pneumatic controls, motor controls and speed drives, cooling towers, chilled water loop systems and chemical treatment, chilled and hot water pumps, ice machines, coolers and refrigeration equipment, hot water boilers and air compressors with a basic understanding of electrical service and wiring
EPA Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to work independently as well as with others and be self-motivated
Ability to relate to co-workers, College employees and students, sometimes under stressful conditions
Knowledge of the proper and safe use of maintenance tools and equipment
Valid Florida driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or a two-year Technical/Trade School specializing in HVAC is preferred
Five (5) years of documented recent work experience in the HVAC field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Completing HVAC system maintenance and repairs
Maintaining service records on all work performed
Responsible for working on other maintenance jobs and other areas requiring maintenance as College activities and priorities may require
Must understand and follow safe work procedures and techniques. Conducts work in compliance with local regulation.
Completing HVAC system maintenance and repairs to include changing filters
Calibrating thermostats
Replacing motors, pumps and compressors
Repairing grills and ducts
Changing belts and pulleys
Repairing air control components and electrical components
Performing routine and preventative maintenance tasks as well as troubleshooting HVAC system malfunctions
May diagnose system malfunctions and replace failing mechanical components
Will also evaluate ventilation efficiency
Offering suggestions for improvement of Campus maintenance
Completing all other duties as assigned
Working a dditional weekend hours may be required