HVAC Engineer

College of Lake County; Center (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Lake County in Grayslake Campus is seeking an HVAC Engineer to maintain and repair campus mechanical systems, inspect equipment, and support emergency repairs. The position runs Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00am–3:30pm, full-time, with a 40-hour work week.

Under supervision of the HVAC Supervisor and Lead Engineer, you will monitor building automation, lead maintenance staff, and implement preventive maintenance while ensuring safety and compliance with institutional policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years’ experience with HVAC systems and subsystems.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Physical ability to push, pull, lift up to 70 lbs. frequently; over 70 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals for facilities and equipment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Services all HVAC mechanical systems including boilers, chillers, controls and ventilation.
• Inspects equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Maintains food service equipment (refrigeration, steam tables, exhaust fans).
• Assists in emergency and major repairs.
• Monitors building automation systems and troubleshoots issues.
• Provides leadership to maintenance personnel.
• Implements preventive maintenance across equipment.
• Complies with institutional policies and safety standards.

Skills

HVAC systems experience

Reading technical manuals

Communication skills

Problem solving

Project multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

HVAC certificate program (preferred)

Tools

Universal Refrigerant Certification

Job description

Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?

The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year.

Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance).

We value candidates who bring language skills that help us better serve and connect with our diverse community. Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency is preferred but not required.

Position Title

HVAC Engineer

Job Summary

The HVAC Engineer Tuesday-Saturday position, under the supervision of the HVAC Engineer Supervisor and the Lead HVAC Engineer, services all HVAC mechanical systems; inspects equipment; assists in emergency repairs.

Job Description

Summary of Essential Functions

• Services all mechanical systems, which includes all cooling, heating boilers, chillers, controls and ventilation systems.
• Inspects equipment to ensure it is functioning properly.
• Services food service equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, steam tables, and kitchen exhaust fans.
• Assists in emergency and major repairs.
• Assists in monitoring building automation system and troubleshooting in problem areas.
• Provides leadership and assistance to the maintenance personnel.
• Implements preventive maintenance on all equipment.
• Follow all institution and regulatory policies, procedures and standards. Utilize self-appraisal to determine progress in meeting performance management system objectives and career goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the HVAC Supervisor or designee.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years’ experience with HVAC systems and subsystems.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 70 lbs. on a frequent basis, and over 70 lbs. on an occasional basis, and maneuver in tight places (in and around machinery), with or without reasonable accommodations. Ability to work on lifts or ladders, with our without reasonable accommodations. Frequent bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and continuous sitting, walking and standing.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals pertaining to facilities and equipment installed and serviced.
• Effective communication skills.
• Practical and demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to effectively handle working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities; demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Desired Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited HVAC certificate program preferred.
• Universal Refrigerant Certification preferred.
• Prior work experience with commercial HVAC systems.
• Valid Stationary Engineers license.

Pay

$26.43/hour

Work Schedule

7:00am - 3:30pm, Tuesday - Saturday

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time

Total Hours Per Week

40

Position Type

Staff

Job Family

Classified

Posting Date

09/22/2026

Expected Start Date

11/02/2026

Compensation Grade

HVAC Engineer & Southlake Facilities Lead

Location

Grayslake Campus

Department

H.V.A.C. Sub Department

EEO Statement

College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, parental status, pregnancy or any other status protected by law.