HVAC Technician

Job Description

Aramark Facilities Management is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to support heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and mechanical systems at Alabama A&M University in Normal, Alabama. This hands-on role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and installing HVAC equipment across residential, academic, and campus facilities. The ideal candidate is a dependable self-starter who can work independently, manage multiple service requests, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced maintenance environment. Daily responsibilities include diagnosing equipment issues, performing preventive maintenance, reading blueprints and schematics, and ensuring all work meets safety and regulatory requirements. This position works Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and participates in a rotating on-call schedule one week per month. Compensation for this role is $30.00 - $40.00 per hour.

Job Responsibilities

• ? Respond to HVAC service calls and work orders in a timely and professional manner. - Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC equipment, including split systems, mini-splits, water-source heat pumps, fan coil units, chillers, cooling towers, and boilers. - Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and efficiency.- Diagnose mechanical and control system issues using testing and diagnostic tools.- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to complete repairs and installations. - Install replacement parts, components, and HVAC equipment as needed.- Identify, source, and document materials and parts required for repairs and projects. - Maintain accurate records of completed work, maintenance activities, inventory usage, and equipment performance. - Inspect equipment and mechanical rooms to ensure safe and efficient operation.- Work in a variety of environments, including classrooms, offices, residential spaces, mechanical rooms, rooftops, and outdoor areas.- Follow all safety procedures, environmental regulations, and facility maintenance standards.- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and respond to after-hours HVAC emergencies as required.

Qualifications

Required

• EPA Universal Certification.

• Minimum of 5 years of HVAC maintenance and repair experience in commercial, institutional, residential, or industrial environments.

• Experience troubleshooting and repairing multiple HVAC systems, including chillers, boilers, heat pumps, fan coil units, split systems, and mini-splits.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.

• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage changing priorities.

• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

• Ability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule one week per month.

• Ability to lift, carry, climb ladders, bend, kneel, work in confined spaces, and stand or walk for extended periods.

Preferred

• Experience supporting higher education, healthcare, large commercial, or industrial facilities.

• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• Additional HVAC, refrigeration, controls, or mechanical certifications.

• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and equipment lifecycle planning.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .