Plumber and/or HVAC Technician (Revised Rate: $41.00 - $46.00/hr)

Williams College•Williamstown, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Williams College offers the opportunity to work in a stable, year-round environment maintaining our top-tier educational facilities. To support our dedicated Mechanical Trades team and enhance our service capabilities, we are currently looking to fill three full-time Mechanical Trades Technician positions (with immediate and upcoming start dates). We are looking to add skilled Licensed Technicians who can help us round out the shop. Whether your strength is primarily Refrigeration, Plumbing, or General HVAC, your expertise will be a valued addition to our versatile team. You will focus on high-level preventative maintenance and repairs, ensuring our campus infrastructure operates efficiently. You will work on a single campus in Williamstown, MA, with a consistent schedule and a supportive crew. As a Mechanical Trades Technician, you play a critical role in keeping the College moving forward. By completing maintenance work orders assigned to the Mechanical Trades team, you'll be a key partner in preventing disruptions and solving problems, maintaining the underlying structure that makes the College's mission to provide a nurturing educational environment possible.

Requirements

High school diploma, plus minimum of 3 years relevant experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license required.
At least one of these licenses must be held, active and current at the time of hire and maintained throughout employment: Refrigeration License [MA Refrigeration Technician License] (preferred), Plumbing License [MA Plumbing, MA Gasfitters, or MA LP License], Sprinkler Fitter License [MA Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter License]
Ability to independently manage workload and schedule activities with assigned customers.
The ability to work safely and efficiently without close supervision is essential.
Ability to work on a ladder.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrable working knowledge of and experience with: Hot Water/Chilled Water Closed loop maintenance, Chiller Maintenance, Heat pumps, Computer Basics, DCS system, Plumbing/Pipefitting, Boiler Controls, HVAC Controls-pneumatic/electronic, Compressor Maintenance, Steam Distribution Maintenance

Nice To Haves

Refrigeration License [MA Refrigeration Technician License]

Responsibilities

Performing assigned work orders regarding the installation and maintenance of the College’s HVAC equipment
Monitoring field work for efficiency and best practices.
Communicating with the campus community to effectively schedule maintenance and repairs
Assisting Preventive Maintenance Technicians with work orders.
Assisting with Campus snow control
Steam Distribution
Installing and maintaining Heat Pumps throughout campus
Other duties as assigned