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Position Summary

Performs highly skilled and advanced technical work involving the diagnosis, maintenance, repair, commissioning, optimization, and operation of complex heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, controls, and building automation systems.

Serves as the senior technical resource within the HVAC trade and provides technical guidance, mentoring, and field leadership to HVAC Mechanics I and II. In the absence of the HVAC Supervisor, serves as the designated HVAC lead, providing day-to-day technical direction, coordinating emergency response, prioritizing assigned work, and maintaining continuity of HVAC operations within established policies and procedures.

The position may be delegated specific supervisory responsibilities by the Facilities Director or HVAC Supervisor.

This position is designated as Essential Personnel under College policy and is required to respond during inclement weather, emergency events, and other campus operational needs.

Regular Work Schedule(s):

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with schedule adjustments, after-hours response, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-back as operationally required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs advanced troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and installation of complex HVAC systems.
• Diagnoses electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, pneumatic, and electronic HVAC problems.
• Troubleshoots Building Automation Systems, controllers, sensors, actuators, variable frequency drives, and related controls.
• Performs advanced maintenance and repair of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air-handling units, pumps, VAV systems, rooftop units, refrigeration systems, and related equipment.
• Performs testing, adjustment, startup, and commissioning of HVAC equipment.
• Analyzes equipment performance and identifies causes of recurring failures.
• Provides technical direction and field leadership to HVAC Mechanics I and II.
• Assists less-experienced employees with troubleshooting, repairs, and proper work methods.
• Serves as the designated HVAC lead in the absence of the HVAC Supervisor.
• Coordinates day-to-day technical response to emergency HVAC conditions when the Supervisor is unavailable.
• Helps prioritize HVAC work based on safety, building operations, equipment criticality, and established departmental priorities.
• Communicates significant equipment failures, safety concerns, customer issues, and operational conditions to the HVAC Supervisor or Facilities Director.
• Serves as a technical contact for contractors and vendors when designated.
• Assists with HVAC capital projects, renovations, equipment replacement, and commissioning.
• Reviews equipment specifications, control sequences, and installation work for technical accuracy.
• Supports energy conservation and equipment optimization initiatives.
• Assists with developing and improving preventive maintenance procedures.
• Uses CMMS information to document work, equipment condition, repairs, and follow-up requirements.
• Participates in emergency response, severe weather operations, and essential personnel activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of commercial and institutional HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of refrigeration, chilled water, hot water, steam, hydronic, and air distribution systems.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC controls and Building Automation Systems.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, motors, motor controls, and variable frequency drives.
• Ability to diagnose complex equipment and system failures.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and sequences of operation.
• Ability to use HVAC diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Ability to lead technical work and provide instruction to other employees.
• Ability to make sound technical decisions independently.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively.
• Ability to prioritize work during emergency conditions.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, vendors, campus customers, and other Facilities Services personnel.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to accurately document work using a CMMS.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or GED required.

Technical diploma, certificate, or associate degree in HVAC/R, Mechanical Systems, Building Automation, or a related field preferred.

Experience

5 to 7 years of progressively responsible commercial or institutional HVAC experience, including significant experience with complex HVAC systems, controls, and troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, healthcare, research, or other complex institutional environment.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems.
• Experience with central plant systems, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and hydronic systems.
• Experience commissioning HVAC equipment and systems.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership or mentoring to skilled trades employees.
• Experience with CMMS systems.
• Experience supporting HVAC capital projects and equipment replacement planning.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Licenses

• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification
• NATE, HVAC Excellence, or comparable industry certification.

Required Documents:
- Resume