HVAC Controls & BAS Technician – Energy-Saving Focus

Phillips Exeter Academy; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 92,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Exeter Academy seeks an HVAC Controls Systems Technician to maintain, repair, and install HVAC/BAS systems on campus. This role emphasizes programming BAS, reading sequences, and diagnosing equipment operations to ensure efficient performance.

The position is full-time, on-campus with on-call rotation and requires strong problem-solving, communication, and coordination with Facilities Management. Associates degree orEPA/NH licenses are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred in HVAC-related field.
• EPA certification and NH gas license preferred where applicable.
• Minimum 5 years in HVAC systems ops/maintenance with BAS/DDC experience.
• Experience with building automation controls similar to current Academy systems desired.

Responsibilities

• Read/modify BAS Sequence of Operations and use BAS logic for equipment and schedules.
• Perform daily system checks and operate building control software.
• Monitor and maintain HVAC equipment and energy use.
• Implement energy-saving practices and troubleshoot BAS-controlled systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC and BAS networks.
• Inspect and service control equipment for heating, cooling, fume hoods, steam systems.
• Respond to urgent repair issues and support Facilities Operations.
• Maintain safe work conditions and be on-call for emergencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Organizational skills

Follow directions

Problem solving

Hazardous materials handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred (HVAC)

EPA Certification preferred

NH Gas License preferred

Tools

BAS software

Schnieder Continuum

EcoStruxure

Siemens

Tridium Niagara

Job description

Phillips Exeter Academy seeks an HVAC Controls Systems Technician to maintain, repair, and install HVAC/BAS systems on campus. This role emphasizes programming BAS, reading sequences, and diagnosing equipment operations to ensure efficient performance.

The position is full-time, on-campus with on-call rotation and requires strong problem-solving, communication, and coordination with Facilities Management. Associates degree orEPA/NH licenses are preferred but not required.