HVAC Technician

Riverdale Country School•Bronx, NY

60d•Onsite

About The Position

Riverdale Country School is seeking an HVAC Technician responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and supporting the school’s heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and mechanical systems. This role is crucial for ensuring campus buildings are safe, comfortable, energy-efficient, and operational for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The technician will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to service requests, maintain equipment records, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The position collaborates with the Facilities team and may assist with general building maintenance and campus operations.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five years of professional experience with commercial HVAC systems.
Current EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification required.
Demonstrated knowledge of commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and mechanical systems.
Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams.
Proficiency with CMMS, Google Workspace, and related workplace technology.
Valid driver's license.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Dependable, responsive, and safety-conscious, with a commitment to maintaining a welcoming campus environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Mitsubishi VRF, Carrier, and Trane systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis, repair, and replacement of HVAC and related mechanical equipment campus-wide, including controls, pumps, filters, valves, sensors, and motors.
Monitor systems to identify performance concerns before equipment failure.
Maintain accurate service logs and equipment histories.
Complete work orders through the School's CMMS.
Plan, prioritize, and schedule work to minimize disruption to school activities.
Order necessary parts and maintain inventory.
Maintain mechanical rooms and work areas in a safe and orderly condition.
Follow applicable codes, safety requirements, and refrigerant handling procedures.
Coordinate with Facilities colleagues, contractors, and vendors for specialized service.
Escalate equipment concerns and major repairs to the appropriate supervisor.
Respond to HVAC and Facilities emergencies.
Work occasional evenings, weekends, or events as required.

Benefits

Shuttle service to/from the 242nd St / Broadway subway station.
Limited shuttle stops near transit hubs in Manhattan (Metro North Harlem Station, subway lines – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R, A, B, C, and D).
Potential shuttle from Henry Hudson Parkway / 246th St bus stop.
Generous professional-development budget for conferences, skills training, and onsite training.
Frankel Fellow grants ('passion grants') for enrichment activities.
Stipends for coaching, affinity group facilitation, advising clubs, and chaperoning trips.
Sabbatical eligibility for full-time teaching faculty after 10 years.
Health, dental, and vision insurance (subsidized by Riverdale).
Flexible spending account for health-related expenses.
Defined Contribution retirement plan through TIAA with a 7% school contribution.
Generous time-off policy in addition to vacations afforded by the school calendar.