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HVAC Technician

$83.27k

Middlesex Community College

Job Description:

Title: HVAC Technician

Unit: AFSCME, Unit II


Department: Facilities Management


Reports to: Director of Facilities

Date: August 13, 2024 (Update August 19, 2025)


General Summary: The HVAC Technician performs diagnosis, monitors BMS systems, preventative maintenance, and service on all heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment on the College's Lowell and Bedford Campuses. The HVAC Technician will be responsible for cleaning machinery and equipment and responding to emergencies or equipment breakdowns. This individual will evaluate maintenance and repair needs to determine if the services of an outside contractor are required for repairs.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • To ensure that equipment functions/operates in a safe, efficient and pollution-free manner, checks, inspects and monitors various types of air conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems
  • Operates HVAC machinery and mechanical equipment
  • Maintains HVAC machinery and equipment by servicing boilers, burners, motors, pumps and compressors, and other equipment, turning over auxiliary equipment as needed and making minor electrical or plumbing repairs to keep equipment operating efficiently and to prevent breakdowns.
  • Cleans and maintains work areas and HVAC machinery and equipment
  • Responds to emergencies and breakdowns. Assesses and trouble shoots equipment to identify problems. Determines necessary repairs and takes corrective action. Decides when to shut down equipment or systems, transfer from automatic to manual operation. Performs necessary operations to ensure uninterrupted service.
  • Performs related functions such as inspecting operating systems on a regular basis and identifying and reporting faulty equipment; responding to complaints; and setting work or repair priorities.
  • Monitors computer control systems.
  • Meets and/or works with representatives of vendors and/or contractors.
  • Evaluates maintenance and repair needs to ascertain whether the services of an outside contractor are required or requests maintenance and repair services from other agency units.
  • Determines the suitability of new equipment, prior to purchase, based on review of specifications and conferences with manufacturers' representatives.
  • Requisition and verification of receipt of equipment and supplies.
  • Prepares weekly reports on preventive maintenance schedules, repairs and status of mechanical problems.
  • Schedules preventative maintenance work on the equipment and operating systems.
  • This is a designated essential personnel position.
  • Conduct on-the-job training for new personnel.
  • Develop and implement work schedules to ensure 24 hour coverage.
  • Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions:

HVAC Technicians may be exposed to the hazards of gases or noxious fumes, boiler rooms, walk in freezers, equipment located on roof tops and some areas may be excessively noisy; are expected to lift heavy objects; are subject to standby (on call work status)



Requirements:
  • Applicants must have at least two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in the operation and/or maintenance of HVAC equipment.
  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of electrical heating systems, the types and uses of electronic control systems, and the operation, maintenance and repair of control systems for mechanical systems.
  • Knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical practice, low-pressure boilers.
  • Knowledge of the types and uses of pumps used in hot and chilled water systems.
  • Knowledge of the methods of general report writing
  • Skill in using hand power tools such as drills, electric saws, etc. and small hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, and hacksaws.
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to explain the procedures, guidelines, policies, etc. governing assigned unit activities.
  • Ability to use tools and equipment required for maintaining and repairing power plant and utility distribution systems.
  • Ability to do routine electrical and mechanical repair work, read gauges, adjust equipment and observe the operation of machinery.
  • Ability to read and interpret building plans and control and wiring schematics, read and interpret documents such as plans, specifications, blueprints, drawings, technical manuals, etc.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records, communicate effectively in writing, communicate effectively in oral expression and give oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle and must possess a valid driver's license with a clean record, free from any major violations or recent accidents. A driving record check will be conducted as part of the hiring process.
  • Experience with equity-minded work and working with individuals of diverse identities such as socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity and veterans, including those with different levels of academic preparation and varying physical and learning abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bilingual skills a plus.
Additional Information:

Salary Range: $83,266.04 is the starting salary for a Grade 21, Step 6 position in accordance with the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:
  • High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
  • Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
  • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
  • Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
  • Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
  • 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
  • Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
  • Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
  • Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
  • Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
  • Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
  • Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
  • Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Location: Both Bedford and Lowell campuses


Hours: 40 of hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire. Standby duty during the evenings and weekends may be required. The position is designated essential personnel.


Expected Start Date: October 2025


Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled.



Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting:
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Pre-Employment Requirements:

The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.

Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.
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