Master HVAC Technician

About the role

Villanova University is a Catholic institution sponsored by the Augustinian Order. This position serves as a Master HVAC Technician, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting building HVACR systems and equipment to ensure a comfortable and safe environment across all campus facilities.

Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs HVACR equipment according to manufacturer's guidelines and industry standards.
• Installs HVACR units, ductwork, and DDC devices.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electronic, electrical, and mechanical components.
• Maintains and repairs electrical, oil/gas, refrigeration, and other equipment.
• Conserves, recycles, and reclaims refrigerants.
• Performs various carpentry, masonry, painting, and plastering tasks.
• Assists with furniture and event setups, decorations, and other duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with formal training and acceptable life experiences in HVACR work.
• Current EPA Universal/R410A license.
• A minimum of ten years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a good record.
• Ability to recover, recycle, and reclaim refrigerants.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to perform various pipefitting techniques.
• Knowledge of direct and indirect mechanical drive components.
• Experience with chilled/heating water hydronic generation equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair control panels and hydronic water distribution systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electric heat sources and direct expansion/refrigeration systems.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as climbing ladders, bending, reaching, crawling, lifting, and working in enclosed spaces.
• Excellent safety record.

Qualifications

• Current OSHA 10 certification or higher.
• Ability to operate aerial/scissor lifts, bucket trucks, and forklifts.

Skills

• Proficient in a variety of control systems including direct digital control, pneumatic, electro-pneumatic, electronic, electric, and electro-mechanical controls.
• Ability to read and interpret OSHA guidelines and Safety Data Sheets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions.

Benefits

As a Master HVAC Technician at Villanova University, you will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• A holistic benefits package.
• A generous paid time off policy.
• A competitive retirement savings plan.
• Flexible work options.
• Wellness programs including gym membership.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance.

Pay

$44.96 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time/12-months, core hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Additional hours may be required for emergency repairs.

References

Three references are required.

Application Process

To apply, candidates must complete a timed 135-question pre-qualification exam and participate in a verbal panel-style interview. All needed formulas for the exam questions will be provided with the exam. Following the exam, a verbal panel style interview will be conducted lasting approximately one hour.