HVAC Mechanic I

About the role

The Facilities team at the Museum of Science, Boston plays a critical role in maintaining and advancing the infrastructure that supports one of the region's most visited cultural institutions. The HVAC Mechanic supports the safe and reliable operation of the Museum's complex mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Critical Mechanical Systems: Perform preventative, diagnostic, and corrective maintenance on HVAC and building mechanical systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.
• Respond to Building System Needs and Operational Requests: Monitor and respond to alarms and operational needs through the Building Management System (BMS), adjusting environmental conditions such as temperature, airflow, and lighting to support museum operations.
• Prioritize and respond to service requests and mechanical issues to minimize downtime and maintain a safe and comfortable environment for staff and visitors.
• Collaborate Across Trades to Maintain Facility Operation: Work with licensed tradespeople and facilities staff to support a wide range of maintenance activities including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general facility repairs.
• Maintain Accurate Maintenance Documentation: Assist in maintaining maintenance logs, equipment histories, and repair records to ensure clear communication and effective tracking of building systems and infrastructure.
• Support Emergency and Critical Facility Response: Respond to emergency incidents including fire alarms, system failures, building evacuations, and other emergency events as outlined in the Museum's Emergency Preparedness and Management Plan.
• Maintain Safe and Organized Workspaces: Ensure maintenance shops and facilities areas remain clean, organized, and stocked so that facilities operations can proceed safely and efficiently.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience maintaining building mechanical systems or related mechanical trades experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• EPA/CFC license preferred OR ability to obtain within first 12 months.
• Ability to respond to facility needs outside of scheduled hours when required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license.

Skills

• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Systems Awareness
• Operational Reliability
• Collaboration
• Communication

Benefits

The Museum of Science offers a competitive salary range of $28 USD - $31 USD, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$28 USD - $31 USD

Schedule

Tuesday-Saturday

How We Work – Our Values

• Mission-Focused: We inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone.
• Audience-Driven: Everything we do begins with the people we serve.
• Innovative: We are curious, take smart risks, share responsibility, and own outcomes.
• Generous: We offer time and energy towards common goals.

The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.