Industrial HVAC Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Technician Job Description

The Mechanical Technician oversees the daily mechanical maintenance and operation of multiple commercial buildings across a campus. This role combines hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, providing guidance to a diverse team of maintenance technicians, HVAC technicians, operating engineers, and other skilled trades personnel. The position focuses on troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, coordinating contractors, and supporting capital projects to ensure reliable, efficient, and safe building operations.

• Oversee the daily mechanical maintenance and operation of multiple commercial buildings across the campus.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical direction to maintenance technicians, HVAC technicians, operating engineers, and other skilled trades personnel.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex issues involving chillers, boilers, pumps, motors, cooling towers, air handlers, VAV systems, hydronic systems, steam systems, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Provide hands-on technical support during major equipment failures, emergency repairs, and difficult troubleshooting situations.
• Manage and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for major mechanical assets to ensure reliability and optimal performance.
• Coordinate and oversee outside HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, controls, and specialty contractors performing work throughout the campus.
• Review mechanical scopes of work, proposals, repair recommendations, and project requirements for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with operational needs.
• Monitor building mechanical systems through BAS/BMS controls and assist with identifying operating deficiencies and performance issues.
• Assist with mechanical upgrades, equipment replacements, capital projects, system shutdowns, and commissioning activities in accordance with safety procedures, equipment standards, and building operating requirements.
• Communicate equipment issues, repair recommendations, project status, and operational concerns clearly and regularly to facilities leadership and property management.
• Participate in emergency response efforts and provide after-hours support for critical mechanical issues as needed.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, reliability, and efficiency in all mechanical operations and maintenance activities.

• 8+ years of commercial or industrial mechanical experience preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory, lead, foreman, or management experience overseeing technicians or skilled trades personnel.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial HVAC and central plant mechanical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting experience with chillers, boilers, pumps, motors, air handling units (AHUs), cooling towers, valves, piping, and hydronic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment schematics, blueprints, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Experience overseeing subcontractors, vendors, repairs, and mechanical projects.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance practices and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Comfort working in a technically hands-on role while also providing leadership and oversight to a team.

• Previous experience working for a mechanical contractor or commercial HVAC/mechanical service company is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with building automation systems such as Siemens, Johnson Controls Metasys, Honeywell, Trane, or Automated Logic is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead the foundation of a mechanical team and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.

You will play a key role in shaping and leading the foundation of a high-performing mechanical team within a complex commercial campus environment. The organization values technical excellence, hands-on leadership, and proactive problem-solving, offering opportunities to influence building performance, contribute to critical projects, and grow your expertise with advanced mechanical and automation systems. You will work in a setting that encourages ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

This role operates within a large commercial campus environment, overseeing and completing complex mechanical repairs on central plant and building systems. Work is primarily performed on-site around mechanical rooms, equipment spaces, and building systems, using a range of tools, diagnostic equipment, and building automation systems. The environment involves working around chillers, boilers, pumps, motors, cooling towers, air handlers, VAV systems, hydronic and steam systems, and related mechanical infrastructure, requiring adherence to safety procedures and equipment standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $72.12/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.