HVAC Specialist at Planet Forward Stanford, CA

HVAC Maintenance Technician – Commercial/Industrial Location: Stanford, CA 94305 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Duration: 3–6 Month Contract (Full-Time, 40 hours/week) Pay Rate: $51.26 – $60.71/hour Start Date: ASAP Potential for Extension or Conversion to FTE: Yes About the Role Stanford University is seeking a skilled and dependable HVAC Maintenance Technician to support their onsite facilities operations. You’ll be working in a range of environments — from offices to labs — and must have hands‑on experience troubleshooting and maintaining commercial HVAC systems. If you're a reliable tradesperson with a strong work ethic, this could lead to long-term opportunity. Key Responsibilities Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration systems. Work across diverse environments (offices, labs, food prep/storage, libraries). Support with complex controls and instrumentation for HVAC systems. Carry out electrical work related to HVAC (up to 480V), including replacing motors, fuses, contactors, and transformers. Complete plumbing work connected to HVAC systems (cutting, soldering, brazing, pipefitting). Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance per schedules. Maintain accurate records and assist with procurement of parts. Ensure all work complies with building codes, industry standards, and safety protocols. Must‑Have Qualifications 4–7 years of HVAC experience or equivalent education and training (e.g., completion of a four‑year apprenticeship or similar). EPA Certification and/or Universal Technician Certification (required). Valid California Class C Driver’s License (required). Strong proficiency with HVAC tools and ability to read blueprints, prints, and sketches. Ability to work independently and maintain excellent safety practices. Ideal Candidate Will Be Technically skilled with a background in commercial or industrial HVAC. Dependable and committed to high‑quality, consistent work. Able to adapt to a fast‑paced university setting with multiple facility types. Safety‑minded with great attention to detail. #J-18808-Ljbffr