Director, HVAC Systems & Field Operations

Breaking Ground

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Breaking Ground in New York City seeks a Director, HVAC Systems to lead the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC across its portfolio. This field‑oriented role requires hands‑on oversight and technical leadership for on-site teams, ensuring safe, efficient operation and regulatory compliance.

You will supervise preventive maintenance, energy‑efficiency initiatives, and capital projects, and manage contractors from planning through completion.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of field HVAC maintenance, service, installation or operations experience.
  • Ability to explain and train staff on preventive maintenance and troubleshooting HVAC issues.
  • FDNY certs and fitness certificates are required as listed.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC systems across Breaking Ground’s portfolio.
  • Lead preventive maintenance programs and energy efficiency initiatives.
  • Manage HVAC projects from planning through completion and evaluate contractors.
  • Ensure compliance with local codes and safety regulations.
  • Train and mentor maintenance staff and provide technical support.

Skills

HVAC maintenance
Team leadership
Troubleshooting
Reading schematics
BMS experience
Communication skills

Education

FDNY accredited HVAC Trade School Certificate
Q-01 FDNY Certificate of Fitness
EPA-608 Universal certification
OSHA 40 Hour SST
F60 Certificate of Fitness
G60 Certificate of Fitness

Tools

BMS

Job description

Breaking Ground in New York City seeks a Director, HVAC Systems to lead the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC across its portfolio. This field‑oriented role requires hands‑on oversight and technical leadership for on-site teams, ensuring safe, efficient operation and regulatory compliance.

You will supervise preventive maintenance, energy‑efficiency initiatives, and capital projects, and manage contractors from planning through completion.

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