Commercial Hvac Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Our large facilities maintenance client is seeking an experienced HVAC Technician to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of campus heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. This role plays a critical part in maintaining occupant comfort and ensuring reliable operation of mechanical systems throughout academic, residential, and administrative buildings. Hours are 6:00am-2:30p or 6:30-3:00pm M-F with being on call on weekends every 18 weeks.

The ideal candidate will have experience troubleshooting commercial HVAC equipment and a strong understanding of preventive maintenance programs.

Key Responsibilities
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on air handlers, chillers, boilers, pumps, cooling towers, rooftop units, split systems, and associated controls.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control system issues and implement corrective actions.
Monitor building automation systems (BAS/BMS) and respond to alarms and service requests.
Conduct routine inspections to ensure optimal system performance and energy efficiency.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders in a timely manner.
Support seasonal equipment startups and shutdowns.
Coordinate with facilities staff, contractors, and campus stakeholders as needed.
Comply with safety standards, EPA regulations, and Aramark operating procedures.
Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergency situations when required.
Qualifications

Required
High school diploma or GED.
3+ years of commercial or institutional HVAC maintenance experience.
EPA Universal Certification.
Knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical troubleshooting, refrigeration cycles, and controls.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Valid driver's license.

Preferred
Trade school certification or technical degree in HVAC/R.
Experience supporting higher education, healthcare, or large commercial facilities.
Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, or Schneider Electric.
Additional certifications such as OSHA 10/30 or HVAC journeyman licensing.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED.
3+ years of commercial or institutional HVAC maintenance experience.
EPA Universal Certification.
Knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical troubleshooting, refrigeration cycles, and controls.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Valid driver's license.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Trade school certification or technical degree in HVAC/R.
Experience supporting higher education, healthcare, or large commercial facilities.
Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, Honeywell, or Schneider Electric.
Additional certifications such as OSHA 10/30 or HVAC journeyman licensing.