HVAC Technician

About the role

We are seeking an experienced HVAC Maintenance Mechanic to take ownership of the HVAC and heating systems across five well-maintained facilities. This position includes troubleshooting and maintaining 30 HVAC units, monitoring high and low side of compressors, changing compressors and contactors, as well as relays and fuses. You will also maintain FVD units, motors, dampers, and actuators on all units. This is an opportunity to manage preventive maintenance and make a measurable impact on facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Clear drain pans and condensate lines, perform coil maintenance and leak checking.
• Change filters and maintain belts as needed.
• Upkeep of four hot water boilers and heat exchangers to maintain proper water temperature.
• Service auto water fills.
• Twice a year, change all filters and belts, including cleaning of all coils.
• Maintain drain pans on all units.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and replace dampers and actuators.
• Maintain heating units and change out igniters on all heating devices.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain approximately 30 commercial HVAC units.
• Diagnose refrigeration issues by monitoring compressor high- and low-side pressures.
• Replace compressors, contactors, relays, capacitors, fuses, motors, and other HVAC components.
• Service Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and associated motors.
• Monitor and adjust the Building Management System (BMS) to optimize system performance.
• Clean condensate drain pans and drain lines.
• Perform refrigerant leak detection and repair.
• Clean evaporator and condenser coils and perform seasonal preventive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and service logs.
• Maintain proper boiler water temperatures and service automatic water fill systems.
• Replace igniters and maintain gas-fired heating equipment.
• Read blueprints and mechanical drawings to diagnose and repair systems.
• Safely perform brazing, soldering, Pro Press work, and other hot work when required.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of commercial HVAC experience.
• Gas Certification.
• HVAC license.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Working knowledge of a Building Maintenance System.
• Must own HVAC gauges and vacuum pump.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and understand mechanical drawings.
• Ability to diagnose electrical, refrigeration, and mechanical system failures.
• Proficient using torches, Pro Press tools, and performing hot work.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

Pay

$75,000 - $80,000 Annually, contingent upon experience, certifications, and qualifications.

Schedule

Full time, 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday.

Benefits

• Subsidized options for Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• FSA and Dependent Care.
• Free Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Pension plan.
• 403B retirement plan.
• Generous program discounts.
• Free membership.
• Ample time off.

About Us

The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island was founded in 1929 with the goal of creating a home for the Jewish community by offering social, recreational, and educational activities. Over time, that mission expanded to help anyone who walked through the doors of any of our facilities. The JCC has become a true community center—not just for the Jewish community, but for the entirety of Staten Island. Programs serve the needs we see in our community and are constantly expanding to meet new demand. We serve people of all walks of life, from young children to seniors and everyone in between. The JCC is proud to offer services that help improve the quality of life for people on Staten Island and beyond.