HVAC Mechanic

Position: HVAC Mechanic I
LOCATION Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAMEFacilities

DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPIJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Under the general supervision of the Trades Manager, the HVAC I Technician is responsible for the diagnosis, maintenance, installation, and repair of a wide range of HVAC, heating, and air-filtration equipment to ensure systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities:

Perform installation, troubleshooting, servicing, and repair of large-scale HVAC systems, including chillers, package units, split systems, and other air-conditioning, refrigeration, and climate-control equipment.

Maintain and repair individual HVAC components such as damper actuators, valve actuators, thermostats, and laboratory fume hood exhaust systems to ensure optimal system performance.

Diagnose malfunctions in HVAC control systems and repair air-conditioning (A/C) units to maintain peak operational efficiency and reliability.

Apply knowledge of standard mechanical system configurations (e.g., VAV, constant volume with or without reheat), direct digital control (DDC) systems, and water-treatment requirements for closed- and open-loop systems.

Work with steam systems, chiller operations, cooling towers, pumps, and associated mechanical equipment.

Utilize Building Automation Systems (BAS), preferably Automated Logic Controls (ALC), for monitoring and optimizing HVAC performance.

Work a regular schedule but remain available for emergency repairs, overtime, and critical coverage during extreme weather or major campus events.

Perform non-mechanical work as needed to support efficient plant and facilities operations.

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years of current field service experience in a commercial or institutional setting as a licensed HVAC technician

Valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License

EPA/DEP Certification and Universal CFC Reclamation Certification General Requirements High school diploma or GEDValid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment, BAS systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), with Archibus preferred

Strong oral and written communication skills

Effective time-management and organizational abilities; must work well under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks

Ability to work professionally and tactfully with colleagues, faculty, students, and staff, including in stressful or challenging situations

Must maintain a professional appearance and comply with the University’s uniform policy

Physical ability to meet all job demands, including:

Lifting items over 50 lbs Bending, sitting, squatting, standing, crawling, walking, climbing, kneeling

Pushing/pulling and reaching above shoulder level

Using tools and performing manual and fine-finger movements

Ability to work independently, climb stairs, and work on ladders, staging, lifts, and similar equipment

Willingness to work indoors and outdoors, including in confined spaces and during inclement weather year-round

Must successfully complete a criminal background check and motor-vehicle record check

The employee must frequently move, transport, install, or remove items up to 50 pounds; they must frequently use their hands to feel while operating, activating, using, preparing, inspecting, or positioning various equipment or objects required to perform the job.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand, move, and traverse. The employee is frequently required to ascend/descend, work atop, and traverse while performing essential job duties. The employee is also frequently required to sit in a stationary position, or move to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently exposed to work near…