1st Class HVAC Mechanic- Cabrini Campus

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Rosemont (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work options

Professional development and tuition assistance

Job summary

Villanova University is hiring an HVAC Technician responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing HVACR equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least five years of relevant experience.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans and professional development. Applicants must possess an EPA Universal/R410A license and a valid driver's license.

Core hours are Monday to Friday, starting at 7:30 AM.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of HVACR experience.
• Must be able to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains HVACR equipment.
• Installs HVACR units and ductwork.
• Troubleshoots and repairs HVACR units.

Skills

HVACR knowledge

EPA Universal/R410A license

Troubleshooting skills

Ability to follow safety guidelines

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Current ANSI/OSHA training card

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

Position Summary

• Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
• Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in 2025 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum.
• Villanova’s most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs, as required, building HVACR equipment consistent with manufacturer’s guidelines, operating design parameters, and accepted practices to optimize energy use.
• Installs HVACR units, including electronic, electrical, and mechanical components and connections.
• Installs HVACR ductwork including flexible tubing and sheet metal construction.
• Troubleshoots and repairs HVACR units including electronic, electrical, and mechanical components and connections.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs computerized electronic, pneumatic, and direct digital control (DDC) devices related to HVACR control.
• Maintains and makes operating repairs on electrical equipment and appliances, on oil and gas equipment, on refrigerators/freezers and ice makers, and on other refrigeration equipment.
• Operates and keeps in good working order a variety of equipment including hand tools, mobile electronic devices, measuring/diagnostic/testing meters, and instruments.
• Conserves, installs, recycles, and reclaims refrigerants.
• Reads and interprets complex blueprints, sketches, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Performs brazing, silver and lead soldering, pipefitting, welding, and fabrication as required.
• Performs various carpentry, masonry, painting, and plastering work as required.
• Coordinates repairs with other trades affected by HVAC operations.
• Assists in furniture and event set ups and breakdowns, decorations for special functions, meetings, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the normal scope of the department’s responsibilities and the individual’s capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent and current documentation indicating successful completion of formal training classes or programs and acceptable life experiences in HVACR work.
• Possess EPA Universal/R410A license.
• Is currently classified and working as HVAC Technician 2nd Class and meets all qualifications for HVAC Technician 2nd Class.
• A minimum of five years of service in the trade at Villanova University (upon the discretion of Facilities Management).
• Must possess and maintain personal hand tools required for the trade.
• Must be able to research information from various sources to facilitate repairs of campus HVAC/R equipment, i.e., campus technical manuals, as-built prints, equipment supply distributors, and internet websites, etc.
• Must be able to recover, recycle, and reclaim refrigerants adhering to HVAC/R industry standards, specifications, and protocols.
• Must be able to record all refrigerant loss/charge amounts and manufacturer information on TMA work order when servicing campus HVAC/R equipment.
• Must be able to perform preventative maintenance on all campus HVAC/R equipment using the campus work order system, visual inspection, verbal, or written instruction, etc.
• Must be able to properly lubricate, repair, replace, and align both direct and indirect mechanical drive components for all campus HVAC/R equipment.
• Must be able to lubricate, repair, and replace all pumps serving campus HVAC/R equipment.
• Must be able to verify proper operation of chilled/heating water hydronic generation equipment such as centrifugal, screw, scroll, and reciprocating chillers, gas and oil-fired boilers.
• Must be capable of troubleshooting equipment control panels locally.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair all central heating/cooling air distribution systems.
• Must be able to troubleshoot, repair or replace all associated components of the campus chilled/heating hydronic water distribution systems.
• Must be able to verify steam pressure is available to all campus heat exchangers, where applicable.
• Must be able to install, secure, repair or replace all associated components of the campus air distribution systems to optimize airflow and structural stability.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair all electric heat sources throughout the campus, i.e., reheat, air handler, auxiliary, and baseboard heating coils.
• Must be able to diagnose, troubleshoot, isolate, repair or replace all associated components of direct expansion/refrigeration systems, supporting a wide variety of applications throughout the campus.
• Must be able to implement several pipefitting techniques to facilitate repairs of campus HVAC/R equipment, i.e., pipe threading, brazing, lead and silver soldering. Where applicable, must recover, pressurize, evacuate, and charge refrigerant properly to ensure HVAC/R equipment integrity.
• Must be able to comprehend all control system components from source through end devices.
• Must be able to comprehend direct digital control, pneumatic, electro- pneumatic, electronic, electric, and electro-mechanical controls.
• Must be able to follow both verbal and written directions in English; the ability to interact with students, faculty, administration, and staff in a professional and positive manner, as well as the ability to read and understand OSHA guidelines such as material safety data sheets, equipment safety data plates, fuel/chemical flash points, etc.
• Must be able to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and sequence of operations to diagnose proper operation of campus HVAC/R equipment.
• Must have the physical ability to climb ladders, bend, reach, crawl, and lift up to 60 lbs.; the ability to work in enclosed spaces.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must not have any disciplinary actions on file within the previous twelve months of applying for this position.
• Must possess current ANSI/OSHA compliant training card to operate aerial lift, bucket truck, forklift, or all.
• Must have the ability to erect and work on scaffolding as per OSHA standards.
• Must have an excellent safety record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current OSHA 10 certification or higher and ability to operate aerial/scissor lift, bucket truck and forklift.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

• Must have the physical ability to climb ladders, bend, reach, crawl, and lift up to 60 lbs.; the ability to work in enclosed spaces.
• Core hours are M-F 7:30am until 4:00pm.
• Starting earlier or staying later could be expected if emergency repairs are required.

Core Hours and Start Date

Core hours are M-F 7:30am until 4:00pm. The position will start on or after June 1st, 2026.