Mechanical Technician I

Harrisburg Property Services•Harrisburg, PA

About The Position

The Mechanical Technician I maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and supports building mechanical systems across assigned properties. The role performs preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC and related equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation. The position requires dependability, mechanical aptitude, customer-service orientation, and the ability to work independently and collaborate with team members and contractors. The technician works with systems and equipment including chillers, heating systems, air handling units, fans, pumps, and steam and electric hot water heaters, and assists with building automation systems and electrical and pneumatic controls. The role also responds to maintenance requests, coordinates services with contractors and vendors, keeps maintenance records and inventories, supports team assignments, completes work orders, orders parts and materials, and participates in departmental training and professional development. This is a full-time, non-exempt position in Building Operations reporting to the Assistant Director, Mechanical Systems. The role requires participation in an after-hours on-call rotation and involves physical maintenance work indoors and outdoors, including on rooftops and in mechanical rooms.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of experience working with building mechanical systems, HVAC systems, or related equipment.
Working knowledge of HVAC, heating, cooling, and mechanical building systems.
Understanding of electrical and pneumatic control systems.
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical equipment.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and work orders.
Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and computer skills, including the ability to maintain electronic records and work orders.
Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
Commitment to workplace safety and attention to detail.
Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, kneel, crouch, and bend, and to perform physical maintenance tasks throughout the workday.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions, including rooftops and mechanical rooms.
Ability to safely operate maintenance tools, testing equipment, and company vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Experience in commercial facilities maintenance.
EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on HVAC and mechanical systems, including chillers, heating systems, air handling units, fans, pumps, and steam and electric hot water heaters.
Assist with building automation systems and electrical and pneumatic controls.
Respond to maintenance requests and coordinate services with third-party contractors and vendors.
Maintain maintenance records, work orders, inventories, equipment logs, and related documentation.
Complete work orders, order parts and materials, and maintain inventory records.
Ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with company policies and industry standards.
Assist other maintenance and mechanical technicians with daily assignments and projects.
Collaborate with team members to resolve operational and facility-related issues.
Participate in departmental training and professional development activities.
Stay current on HVAC technologies, building systems, and industry best practices.
Participate in an after-hours on-call rotation.