Campus HVAC Lead Technician & Trainer

Bates College; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Free parking

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Bates College in Lewiston, ME is seeking an HVAC Lead Technician to direct and execute campus HVACR projects, train staff, and assist in budgeting. The role requires 5 years of HVAC experience and supervisory exposure, with EPA refrigerant certification and a Maine driver’s license.

On-call duties and shift flexibility are expected. Sign-on bonus of $5,000 is offered, with competitive benefits including health/dental, retirement match and 10 days vacation.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with EPA refrigerant certification.
• Another relevant trade school diploma is desirable.
• Maine state driver’s license is required.
• 5 years of commercial HVAC experience and 1+ year supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute HVACR construction, maintenance, renovation and repair on campus.
• Train, coach, and schedule work of HVAC shop staff.
• Assist in budget development for Capital and Operating budgets.
• Lead on call dispatch and respond to daily HVAC requests.
• Coordinate HVAC work with building trades, Bates College staff, contractors and students.

Skills

Equity and inclusion

Metal & PVC fabrication

Basic math

Troubleshoot equipment

Interpersonal diplomacy

Non-traditional schedules

Read schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA refrigerant certification

Trade school diploma desired

Driver’s license (Maine)

Tools

BAS systems

Job description

Bates College in Lewiston, ME is seeking an HVAC Lead Technician to direct and execute campus HVACR projects, train staff, and assist in budgeting. The role requires 5 years of HVAC experience and supervisory exposure, with EPA refrigerant certification and a Maine driver’s license.

On-call duties and shift flexibility are expected. Sign-on bonus of $5,000 is offered, with competitive benefits including health/dental, retirement match and 10 days vacation.