Craftsman - HVAC

Salary: $38,412.00 - $85,763.00 Annually
Location : West Windsor and Trenton, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300372
Division: Finance, Operations & Auxiliary Services
Department: Facilities
Opening Date: 04/16/2025


JOB SUMMARY AND DUTIES


If you are considering a new job, work environment or career opportunities you should look at Mercer County Community College. MCCC is a publicly supported college that is open to all and dedicated to student success. In order to support that mission Mercer seeks to attract, retain, and support a skilled diverse workforce which is our most valuable resource. We thrive on and are proud of our diversity and open access. Our students and employees find the College large enough for a multitude of offerings yet small enough to keep the "Community" feel for all. The College consists of two campuses, the James Kerney Campus (JKC) in the capital city of Trenton, NJ and a larger 292-acre suburban campus just six miles north of Trenton.


As part of the comprehensive and valuable benefits package the College offers credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses and dependents. This allows for employees and their families to take advantage of earning a higher education degree without the high cost. The College offers students 69 Degree Program Options and 35 Credit Certificates from which to choose.


JOB DUTIES

The Craftsman - HVAC will diagnose, install, repair, and maintain commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems and equipment at the College.

• The Craftsman - HVAC will complete all work orders and respond to requests as assigned in a timely manner.
• Provide customer focused service to stakeholders of MCCC at the West Windsor and Trenton Campuses
• Perform regular preventative and proactive maintenance and inspections to reduce and eliminate concerns.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Please note that assigned tasks and responsibilities on both campuses is required for all MCCC positions.

• Initiate productive work activity as needed and work independently using both written and verbal work orders.
• Use equipment, tools, materials, and supplies required to perform assigned duties.
• Report any malfunction and/or safety hazard to supervisor immediately.
• Acquire significant working knowledge of the College HVAC systems as needed through inspection, blueprint interpretation, and document analysis.
• Assist with maintenance, adjustment, calibration, troubleshooting, and installation of controls on new, and existing, campus building automation and energy management systems.
• Respond to campus heating and cooling issues reporting concerns and trouble shooting solutions.
• Provide technical resolution to HVAC, building automation, and related issues.
• Read, understand, and interpret system blueprints, specifications, and performance data to determine configuration and purpose of all system components.
• Provide technical support, direction, and guidance to end users and other trades personnel.
• Monitor and maintain HVAC systems throughout the West Windsor and Trenton campuses.
• Provide monthly updated reports to supervisor, in addition to ancillary reports.
• Identify potential problems, make adjustments or repairs as needed and report to the Team Leader, Supervisor, or designee
• Maintain an inventory of stock for parts that are used on a routine basis.
• Maintain high level of technical proficiency in building system applications through regular educational activities such as seminars, training classes, conferences, and self-education
• Respond to campus emergencies, both during the day and after hours, as needed.
• Follow all College policies, protocols, and procedures
• Follow industry standards to ensure best practices in HVAC are applied.
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Please add conditions relevant to role; i.e.: work performed in an office environment, position requires outdoor responsibilities, travel to local schools, etc.


(Please note that assigned tasks and responsibilities on both campuses is required for all MCCC positions and should be established with applicants)

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS (May vary depending on the position)
Note: Please update in accordance with role/responsibilities
Positions in this class typically require: ability to use a key board, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.


Physical Work:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stand or walk 2-4 hours at one time, up to 8 hours per day
• Sit for less than 2 hours during an 8-hour day
• Lift or carry up to 35 pounds in a range of motions from floor to overhead and up to 75 pounds to waist height occasionally (less than 33% of the workday)
• Frequently us hands for grasping, fine manipulation, pushing or pulling (34-66%) of the workday)
• Occasionally lift overhead, crawl, lie down, push or pull with forces up to 75 pounds (less than 33% of the workday)
• Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental condition
• Climb ladders/stairwells frequently
• Possess ability to work at heights, full range of body motions and physical agility, and ability to maintain balance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be a graduate of a recognized electrical/electronic/HVAC vocational technical program, or possess the equivalent in educational and practical experience.
• High school diploma or equivalency (GED)
• Journey level experience in maintaining, adjusting, calibrating, operating, repairing, troubleshooting, and installing electric, pneumatic, and direct digital controls on HVAC related systems.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant License including R-410A
• Valid Driver's License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Forklift Certification
• OSHA 10/30
• Aerial Lift Training Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to read and interpret both electric and automatic temperature control drawings and technical manuals for all systems and equipment serviced.
• Possess understanding and technical ability of control theory and building operations to perform diagnoses of HVAC system controls and functionality issues.
• Provide technical response, resolution, or recommendations to appropriate entity.
• Ability to conduct detailed inspections of new construction, renovations, or standalone projects, and provide recommendations as needed.

CORE COMPETENCIES


To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

Adaptability : Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.



Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.


Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Customer Focus : Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.



Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Full Time Employee Benefits

• Health Care
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Optional Tax Deferral Plans (403b and 457b plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mercer County Community College Tuition Waiver
• Employee Assistance Program, Recreation Pass to College's Pool and Fitness Center
• 14 Holidays
• 3 Personal days
• 2 Floating Holidays
• 12 Vacation days in first year
• 15 Vacation days after secnd year
• 12 Sick days per year
• Paid Jury Duty
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Various employee discounts include Mercer County Community College Bookstore, Kelsey Theatre, NJM Insurance and Corporate Offers - "Best Pricing" to theme parks, theatre and sporting events.