HVAC & Facilities Operations Lead

Montgomery College; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 44,744 - 58,162; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition waiver for employee and depend

Wellness program and onsite facilities

Professional development

Job summary

Montgomery College is seeking a full-time Operations and Maintenance Lead for its Rockville and Takoma Park/Silver Spring campuses. The role oversees HVAC mechanical systems, directs staff, and ensures safety and compliance during 40 hours per week (5 days).

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with HVAC training, EPA 608 certification, and a Maryland HVAC license or equivalent. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or completion of a vocational program in HVAC or equivalent training.
• 5 years’ experience in facilities maintenance including 1-year in a team lead or foreman role.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• HVAC Journeyman License or Maryland Stationary Engineer 3rd grade license.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex HVAC and building automation systems.
• Ability to read drawings, specs, and work orders; prepare material lists.
• Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and instruction to assigned staff engaged in mechanical, building automation, and HVAC services.
• Monitor and review work; identify training needs and conduct in-house training.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment, controls, and subsystems.
• Ensure Direct Digital Controls systems are calibrated and operate as designed.
• Perform operational tests of new and existing system points and controls.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and mechanical rooms are safely maintained.
• Respond to customer concerns and coordinate contract services and monitor contractors.
• Identify issues and develop strategies to resolve.
• Identify materials and equipment needed and quantities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Team lead experience

HVAC repair and maintenance

Reading drawings/specs

Staff instruction and training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational HVAC program

Tools

HVAC tools and equipment

Mechanical drawings reading

Job description

Montgomery College is seeking a full-time Operations and Maintenance Lead for its Rockville and Takoma Park/Silver Spring campuses. The role oversees HVAC mechanical systems, directs staff, and ensures safety and compliance during 40 hours per week (5 days).

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with HVAC training, EPA 608 certification, and a Maryland HVAC license or equivalent. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for success.