Technician - HVAC Mechanical

Sea Research Foundation•Mystic, CT

4h•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The HVAC Mechanical Technician consistently represents Mystic Aquarium in a positive, can-do, and team-focused manner. This role is primarily responsible for performing installations, repairs, and maintenance on a variety of equipment, including refrigeration, air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, hermetic compressors, light commercial furnaces, boilers, burners, intake and exhaust fans, economizers, and humidifiers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Apprentice License and EPA Certification with at least six (6) months of trade-related work experience, or any similar combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license required.
Strong written, verbal, and communication skills.
On-call and overtime hours as needed.
Multilingual; Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems and equipment.
Perform emergency repairs promptly and efficiently.
Maintain the specialized equipment and tools needed for HVAC installation and maintenance.
Regularly inspect equipment to identify maintenance risks and ensure optimal performance.
Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults on various types of heating, cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration systems.
Read and interpret technical documents, including blueprints and wiring diagrams.
Ensure compliance with all applicable HVAC codes and maintain a safe work environment.
Provide recommendations for equipment upgrades and replacement.
Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Work in a safe manner at all times.
Properly use and maintain all personal protective equipment (PPE) supplied as protection from recognized hazards.
Report any unsafe conditions.
Maintain working knowledge of facility-wide and department-specific safety procedures, including Emergency Evacuation, Lockdown Procedure, and Fire Extinguisher Use.