HVAC​/Preventative Maintenance Technician

HVAC/Preventative Maintenance Technician

Job Category:
Facilities

Division:
Finance and Administration

Department:
Facilities - Trades

Work Arrangement:
On-Site (Hamilton, NY) – expected to work fully at the designated campus/office location.

Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time

Hiring Wage/Salary Range: $35.81

• Certificate from an accredited apprentice program in the field of HVAC/R
• Graduation from certified trade school plus one-year work experience as HVAC/R technician.
• Proof of five consecutive years as a Journeyperson working in the field of HVAC/R.
• Ability to diagnose complex system issues without guidance.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, and outside contractors.
• Must be available to work evenings, nights and weekend hours as required.

• A combination of additional education and/or experience related to instrumentation and control systems.
• Working proficiency specifically in Schneider Electric Eco Struxure and BACnet.
• Experience working with system sequence of operations, system graphics and configuring & mapping system points.
• A demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems and other building subsystems.

A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills are attained.

• Valid driver’s license in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy.
• EPA 608 Certification (Universal Refrigerant Technician) – preferred at time of hire and required as assigned.

• Must be able to stand for long periods, stoop, bend, reach, climb.
• Must lift and carry up to a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Must wear NIOSH‑approved respirator and PPE, including flame‑resistant uniform as defined by NFPA‑70E.
• May be exposed to hazards of electrical shock and steam.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions as needed.
• Exposure to heights, high‑speed power tools.
• Must work outside as required.
• Second and third shift employees are essential personnel under the University’s essential personnel policy.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and overtime as required.
• Follow all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner, including wearing PPE and safe handling of chemicals per University policies.
• Report any unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety.
• Position requires safety shoes and uniform as provided.

• Maintains and repairs all HVAC/R components on campus as required.
• Conducts job layouts, reads and interprets specifications, provides material labor estimates, orders materials, translates prints into finished product.
• Maintains accurate records of materials used and time spent on assignments.
• Stays current on operations of new systems such as HVAC/R, fire alarms, electrical motors, chemical treatment and filtration of swimming pools, chillers, water softening equipment, and refrigeration systems.
• Uses Building Automation systems for daily monitoring and troubleshooting, attends related training.
• Works independently and collegially with faculty, staff, students, visitors and contractors.
• Coordinates work with other trade shops and departments.
• Proficient use of personal computers for work order entries and campus energy management system to monitor building conditions.
• Provides service, repairs, and preventive maintenance procedures to HVAC/R control systems including controllers, networks and peripheral devices.
• Review and understand project plans and specifications to accomplish project goals and objectives.
• Maintain sensors, thermostats, controllers, valves, actuators and other HVAC/R control related equipment.

Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. Perks: free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational…