HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician (Facilities Department)

Location: Worcester, MA

Pay: Up to $35.97/hour + Full Benefits

Position Overview

A leading private college in Worcester, MA is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to join its Facilities Department. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collegiate environment, supporting a dynamic campus community of students, faculty, and staff.

This role is ideal for a hands-on professional who enjoys a stable, team-oriented setting while maintaining a diverse portfolio of campus buildings, including academic facilities, laboratories, and residential spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC systems across campus facilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and implement effective repairs

• Monitor building automation systems and ensure optimal equipment performance

• Respond to service calls in a timely and professional manner

• Maintain compliance with all safety standards, environmental regulations, and university policies

• Assist with equipment upgrades, retrofits, and energy efficiency initiatives

• Keep accurate maintenance records and complete work orders through internal systems

• Collaborate with other facilities team members on campus-wide projects

Required Qualifications

• EPA 608 Universal Certification (Required)

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on HVAC field experience

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, controls, and troubleshooting techniques

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals

• Solid understanding of safety protocols and industry best practices

• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in institutional, healthcare, or campus environments

• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS)

• HVAC or mechanical trade school certification

Skills & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills

• Excellent time management and organizational abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Effective communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Commitment to high-quality workmanship and customer service

Work Environment & Benefits

• Stable, full-time position in a college campus setting

• Opportunity to work on a wide range of systems in academic, residential, and research facilities

• Collaborative facilities team culture

• Comprehensive benefits package , including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plan contributions

• Paid time off and holidays

• Tuition assistance / educational benefits

• Long-term career stability

Why Join Us?

This role offers the chance to move beyond traditional field service work and become part of a mission-driven academic community . You'll play a key role in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment that supports learning and innovation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Worcester, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $74817.60 - $74817.60/yr.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and disability coverage, with WPI covering a significant portion

• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members after 3 years (including WPI and Tuition Exchange opportunities)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)

Time off

• Vacation: starts at 2 weeks and increases up to 5 weeks with tenure

• 12 sick days per year

• 10+ paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays

Other details:

• Union role (SEIU 32BJ); membership required after 30 days

• Tools, uniforms, and winter gear provided, plus support for boots and gear

• WPI covers required licenses

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Worcester,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.