HVAC III

Under the direction of the HVAC Supervisor, the HVAC III Technician maintains and repairs heating, ventilation and cooling systems and refrigeration systems throughout campus. Work includes building temperature control systems and preventative maintenance. Will also be responsible for completing assigned work orders relating to general HVAC duties.


The hourly rate for this position is $36.50.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical Related: 85% - Install, maintain, and repair a variety of HVAC and refrigeration equipment (e.g. centrifugal, compressors, steam absorption units, air compressors, fan coil units, fan units, pumps, cooling towers and related piping.) Will work with and up to 10 tons of refrigeration. Locates and diagnose trouble in entire HVAC and Refrigeration Systems and Equipment, to include diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems. Maintains pneumatic and electric controls systems associated with refrigeration equipment Determine materials to be used and quantities needed. Utilizes a variety of tools and instruments associated with the trade. Must observe safety regulations at all times. Cleans work area and maintains tools and equipment Performs similar and related work as required. Receives and completes general work orders that may not be HVAC related Provides appropriate support during events, annual electrical shutdown, opening of school and commencement
• General: 15% - Follows proper safety procedures and observes all safety rules and regulations including OSHA Reports building damages, malfunctioning equipment, needed maintenance and/or repairs in assigned work areas Responds to emergency call ins Inputs data into computerized work order system, recording time and work order information Participates in training to keep and acquire knowledge, skills and abilities in order to remain current with standard operational practices and revised standards Maintains appropriate certifications and licenses Interacts professionally and follows up with members of the campus community Continue to actively pursue time/education hours towards MA license until achieved.

Physical/Environmental Demands

Must be physically able to perform all of the essential duties of the position as set forth in this Position Description, including but not limited to the following:

• Observe safety rules at all times
• Read, write, understand and carry out oral and written instructions in English
• Work on ladders and scaffolds, and in bucket trucks, pits and manholes
• Utilize a variety of HVAC tools and instruments
• Drive a University vehicle
• Manually lift up to 60 pounds (heavier material or equipment is lifted using other methods)

Job Requirements:

• Education: HS diploma or GED with vocational or technical training required; associate's degree preferred
• Experience: 2 years of documented work experience maintaining and installing HVAC systems
• Licenses and Certifications: OHSA-10 Certification Required, EPA Certification/License to handle refrigerant Required,
• HVAC License issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Preferred; actively pursuing HVAC License issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with the intent of earning it if not yet attained.
• Valid and current Massachusetts Driver's License - Required
• Basic knowledge of electrical or plumbing equipment in order to assist those trades in making minor repairs and adjustments.

Pay Range Disclosure

The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").