Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technician, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA SY

Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technician, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY2025‑2026]

Reports to: Director of Buildings and Grounds

This HVAC Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of building HVAC systems and gas fired equipment in Salem Public Schools. The incumbent performs a full range of HVAC duties, ensuring compliance with Massachusetts HVAC codes and standards.

• Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilating, air‑conditioning, and refrigeration equipment and related fixtures.
• Install, inspect, and maintain duct systems, refrigeration piping, control wiring, and other HVAC components.
• Maintain school boilers per Massachusetts State inspection codes.
• Perform seasonal maintenance on all heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning equipment, including classroom, rooftop, and air‑handling units.
• Perform water treatment and maintenance for cooling towers and chilled water systems.
• Install, inspect, and maintain steam and hot water heating and ventilating units.
• Monitor building management systems, pressure gauges, and other indicators to detect malfunctions; adjust controls and perform testing.
• Replace worn or defective parts (switches, fuses, motors, bearings, valves, etc.) and repair equipment.
• Join, cut, thread, solder, and brazes tubing or pipes; mount compressors and condenser units; connect motors and controls.
• Calculate heat loads for new installations and treat water systems.
• Make and assemble ducts, chassis parts, and structural components for HVAC systems.
• Recover CFC and HCFC refrigerants using safe procedures.
• Supervise licensed and skilled trades workers assisting with HVAC repair and installation.
• Maintain environmental conditions in classrooms, gyms, labs, and other spaces within acceptable ranges.
• Maintain all building equipment, including BMS systems, VAVs, fan coils, unit ventilators, RTUs, chillers, exhausts, pumps, and commercial boilers.
• Operate refrigeration equipment in kitchens and cafeterias.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Valid EPA universal license or ability to obtain within one year.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least three years’ experience with HVAC systems and with computer‑based building management systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and replace HVAC components and controls.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with email, online time‑keeping, and computerized management software (Operations Hero preferred).
• Ability to work outside scheduled hours and on weekends; reliable transportation between schools.

• Knowledge of BMS systems (Johnson Controls, Metasys, Open protocols).
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to stoop and bend for long periods and work on hands and knees.
• Capability to work alone and climb ladders.
• Compliance with all standard safety codes and practices.
• Effective communication with peers and customers.

• Hours:
  
  8‑hour shift between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM, with ability to work outside scheduled hours and on weekends.
• Work year: 52 weeks per year.
• Salary:
  According to AFSCME contract, plus available overtime. Additional benefits include a supportive work environment and generous benefits.

Salem Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. The district also prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or harassment or who participate in an equal‑opportunity investigation.

Position Type: Full‑Time