HVAC Maintenance Mechanic

Details

Posted: 20-Jul-26

Location: Princeton, New Jersey

Type: Full Time

Categories
Facilities or Plant Operations

Required Education
High School

The Hun School of Princeton has an immediate opening for an experienced and highly engaged HVAC Maintenance Mechanic to join our Facilities Department.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the HVAC Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on all HVAC equipment across campus. This is a full-time, 12-month, benefits-eligible position that helps ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the School's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

• Participate in general maintenance activities on all buildings (not limited to a certain zone or building);
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule the work in a manner consistent with efficient standards;
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and order parts and materials for job completion is essential;
• Perform basic preventative maintenance activities to preserve equipment and prevent failure;
• Deliver thorough and efficient services services to students, faculty and staff for heat and air in all buildings on campus;
• Repairing or replacing pumps, filters, valves, controls, sensors, etc.;
• Maintain log books pertaining to HVAC equipment;
• Maintain a clean and orderly mechanical room;
• Ability to periodically work beyond and outside the typical work day and occasionally on weekends in order to meet the needs of the School (includes events, nights, weekends, emergencies, and call backs);
• Flexibility to assist in other areas of the department as needed;
• Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job, which may be altered or redesigned as necessary.

• Black Seal, EPA certification preferred;
• Certifications in HVAC, Plumbing preferred;
• Certifications in Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing a plus;
• Experience with VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) Systems a plus;
• Experience with brands such as Aaon, Carrier, Lennox, Mitsubishi, Toshiba, Trane;
• Must have a valid driver’s license;
• Minimum of 5 years previous experience required;
• Minimum of a HS diploma;
• Ability to climb a ladder at least 10ft and lift 50lbs;
• A collaborative, trust-based work style;
• Personal qualities including resilience, approachability, and kindness;
• Successful completion of various background checks, which includes the State of New Jersey Criminal History Background check and fingerprinting.

Hourly Rate Range: $25.00 to $29.50. The starting salary will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The Hun School of Princeton is an E-Verify employer. Information regarding E-Verify can be found at E-Verify.gov.

The Hun School of Princeton is an all gendered, private day and boarding school in Princeton, New Jersey. Individual attention and strong student-faculty relationships are the hallmarks of the School. On the 50-acre campus between Philadelphia and New York City, student-centered, hands-on learning prepares students for the global community in which they will live and work. The Hun School is comprised of nearly 700 students in its Middle School, Upper School, and Postgraduate Program.

Our campus is home to students from twenty-two countries and fifteen states. Our campus is located in historical Princeton, New Jersey, a short train ride away from both New York City (50 miles) and Philadelphia (45 miles). Home to Princeton University, The Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton Theological Seminary, and an array of cultural centers and organizations, Princeton is regarded as one of the most academically-minded communities in the world.

Often named one of the country’s best places to live, Princeton is a friendly, multicultural community surrounded by mountains, parks, and lakes. There are award-winning museums and theatres, celebrated public and private schools, destination resta...urants and hotels, and a robust calendar of community events to enjoy. Our mission:
The Hun School of Princeton empowers each student to thrive in a diverse and ever-changing world, by nurturing resilient character, providing individual mentorship, and inspiring vigorous and joyful learning. Our community:
In our mission of educating global citizens with resilient character, we actively seek candidates who can bring a diversity of experiences and perspectives to our community. The Hun School of Princeton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristics or activity protected by law.