HVAC Technician

About the role

Amherst College invites applications for the HVAC Technician position. The HVAC Technician is a full-time, year-round position.

Summary of responsibilities

• Support the efforts of the Mechanical Shop
• Perform software work related to the operation, maintenance, repair, programming and installation of building automation systems and HVAC controls
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance services on all types of control systems associated with building automation, including information technology, safety, energy management, digital, electronic, electro-mechanical, and pneumatic
• Test, troubleshoot, diagnose and repair all types of building automation system equipment and software, including all HVAC equipment and controls, fan and blowers including troubleshooting of motors, fan coils, VAVs, heat exchangers, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, air conditioning and pumps, etc.
• Read wiring diagrams and blueprints and troubleshoot low-voltage circuitry
• Provide advice/guidance to other staff that may be working with these issues
• Provide technological expertise as a point of contact for system controls with manufacturer representatives and building automation service contractors

Systems

Current on-campus systems include the Automated Logic and Andover/Schneider Electric Building Management systems.

Schedule and on-call requirements

• This position is considered an essential position meaning the employee is expected to report to work even if the College is closed for weather-related or other reasons
• Some work outside normal operation hours (evenings, weekends and holidays) is required and must respond to emergencies as needed
• This position provides essential services to the College and requires 24-hour emergency response to address systems and operations that have a broad impact on campus
• This position is expected to use their cellular device to manage these urgent response requirements as needed to perform the requirements of the position

General and planned maintenance of systems

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all building management systems and controls associated with heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems, including electric, electronic, and pneumatic controls
• Planned maintenance programs to keep the integrity of all building management systems
• Effectively collaborate and communicate with a diverse set of colleagues

Installation of systems

Conduct new installations of HVAC systems and controls associated with space upgrades, renovations or expansion of systems.

System repair response

Response and execution of emergency calls on all HVAC and building management systems.

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• HVAC trade school certificate or 5+ years of experience
• Specialized skill training/certification in lieu of minimum education and related experience
• Strong written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills
• Successful completion of required reference and background checks
• An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test
• Valid driver's license and successful completion of Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program

Preferred qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related field or 8+ years of experience with commercial and industrial HVAC and controls work in lieu of a degree
• MA Journeyman Pipefitter's License
• MA Refrigeration Technician's License
• MA Oil Burner's License

Pay

The expected salary range for this job opportunity is $40 to $45 per hour. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations.

Benefits

Amherst College provides a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families.

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