Campus HVAC Technician — Projects & Troubleshooting

petersonschool.online; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheaton College in Norton, MA invites applications for an HVAC Mechanic. This full-time role maintains a safe, comfortable campus environment by installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of HVAC/R systems across facilities.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, commitment to preventive maintenance, and a collaborative approach to supporting the College’s mission through reliable building operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years hands-on HVAC experience with specialized technical expertise.
• Chilled water systems knowledge; chiller troubleshooting.
• Experience with Building Management Systems; Johnson Controls preferred.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.

Responsibilities

• Supports supervisor duties as assigned and attends required trainings.
• Plans and coordinates HVAC projects, interprets blueprints, estimates labor/materials.
• Diagnoses and resolves complex mechanical, electrical, and refrigerant issues.
• Inspects installations and repairs for compliance with codes and manufacturer specs.
• Acts as on-site contact for clients, explains findings and repair recommendations.
• Maintains accurate work orders, material usage, payroll/time logs, and refrigerant tracking.
• Diagnoses and fixes HVAC controls to ensure efficiency and correct operation.

Skills

Hands-on HVAC skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Customer relations

Documentation

Education

EPA Section 608 Universal Certification

NATE Certification

2nd Fireman License

Tools

Johnson Controls

Building Management Systems

EPA Refrigerant Tracking

Job description

Wheaton College in Norton, MA invites applications for an HVAC Mechanic. This full-time role maintains a safe, comfortable campus environment by installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of HVAC/R systems across facilities.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, commitment to preventive maintenance, and a collaborative approach to supporting the College’s mission through reliable building operations.