Facility HVAC Technician (NIGHT 1 SHIFT)

Vance Airscoop; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

Competitive Pay and PTO

Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent

Life Insurance

Post-Retirement Health Insurance

Employer 7% retirement contribution

Optional employee retirement plan

Job summary

NY Creates seeks a skilled Facility HVAC Technician for the night shift to operate and maintain complex HVAC systems in a high-tech semiconductor R&D environment, ensuring reliability for offices, labs, and cleanrooms.

The role is primarily night shift (7:00pm–7:30am) with Sundays-Tuesdays plus every other Saturday; involves 12-hour shifts and overtime opportunities. Requires EPA certification and relevant HVAC experience.

Qualifications

• EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification is required.
• Technical trade degree OR high school diploma with 8 years of HVAC experience.
• Must pass a physical exam and fit test for Emergency Response Team.
• Must be able to provide off-shift coverage.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (Siemens, Honeywell) and PLCs preferred.

Responsibilities

• HVAC and mechanical operations supporting cleanroom and office environments.
• Preventive maintenance; lock-out tag-out protocol.
• Inventory and facility operating system document control.
• Monitoring and responding to facility alarms and controls.
• System balancing; operation of boilers, chillers, pumps, AHUs, etc.
• Understanding related disciplines like process, waste and water treatment, building automation.
• Maintain customer satisfaction and work independently.
• Overtime hours may be available.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

EPA Universal Refrigeration Cert

Strong mechanical/HVAC experience

Good communication skills

MS Office / CMMS proficiency

Education

Technical trade degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Building Management Systems (Siemens, Honeywell)

PLC

CMMS

Job description

About NY Creates:

NY Createsserves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Createsalso runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of more than $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.

Job Description:

Position Summary, Facility HVAC Technician (Night Shift)

NY Createsis seeking a skilled HVAC Technician (Night Shift) to support the operation and maintenance of complex mechanical and HVAC systems within a high-tech semiconductor research and development environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of HVAC equipment that supports office, laboratories, and cleanroom environments.

This position will primarily be assigned to the night shift with 12-hour shifts (7:00pm-7:30am). Assigned evenings will be for the N 1 shift working Sunday- Tuesday and every other Saturday.

Key Responsibilities:

• HVAC and Mechanical operations and maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, exhaust, and mechanical systems supporting cleanroom and office operations.
• Preventive maintenance; lock-out tag-out protocol.
• Inventory and facility operating system document control.
• Monitoring and responding to all facility reporting alarms & controls
• System balancing.
• Operation and maintenance of boilers, chillers, compressors, pumps, air handling units, etc.
• Understanding all related disciplines such as process, waste and water treatment, building automation.
• Attention to customer satisfaction and support.
• Must conduct work in an independent manner.
• There will be opportunities for overtime hours.
• Other reasonable duties assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications, Facility HVAC Technician

• The position requires EPA Universal Refrigeration CertificationANDa technical trade degree with 5 years of related mechanical work experienceORa high school diploma or equivalentANDminimum of 8 years of Mechanical/HVAC experience in a facility operations or construction environment.
• Must have the ability to pass a physical exam and fit test to earn and maintain membership and certification in the Emergency Response Team.
• Must have the ability to provide off-shift coverage.
• Good communications skills and proficient use of Microsoft Office and computer maintenance management programs are also required.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

PreferredQualifications

• Experience with the installation and operation of integrated Building Management Systems (Siemens, Honeywell) and PLC's

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
• Optional employee contributed retirement account.

Location

257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range:

Tech Level 1-3 Years of experience 1 - 8 years = $27.00 - $37.00

Tech Level 3 - 5 Years of experience 6 - 20 years = $36.00 - $50.00

*Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education

Additional Information:

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required. For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.

Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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