HVAC Mechanic

Barry University; Miami Shores (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Barry University in Miami Shores is seeking an experienced HVAC Mechanic to handle routine preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems. This position involves troubleshooting, cleaning, and maintaining various HVAC equipment, ensuring all safety and operational protocols are followed.

Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in HVAC maintenance, possess relevant certifications, and excellent diagnostic skills. Barry University provides a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of proven experience in HVAC maintenance.
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach as required.
• Excellent diagnostic skills to identify and solve maintenance problems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and clean HVAC systems.
• Research and order HVAC equipment and supplies as required.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

HVAC training or certification

Tools

Power tools

PDA

Two-way radio

Job description

Summary

The HVAC Mechanic works under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager. Performs routine preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment and oversees HVAC layout, construction, modification, testing, adjustment, and calibration of HVAC equipment. Must be available on-call after hours or weekends.

Essential Functions

• Use standard power tools, materials, and trade codes to perform maintenance tasks.
• Schedule, start, stop equipment and adjust parameters on the HVAC system via the energy management system.
• Read and interpret blueprints and communicate verbally and in writing with colleagues.
• Perform related duties as needed to support the department.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and clean cooling towers, air compressors, air handlers, exhaust and supply fans, water pumps, direct‑expansion equipment, refrigeration units, and other related equipment.
• Keep all work areas organized and free of clutter.
• Research and order HVAC equipment and supplies as required.
• Apply proper safety procedures, use proper PPE, and follow OSHA and institutional guidelines.
• Apply knowledge of HVAC concepts including voltage, current and power, and the properties and uses of electrical components such as resistors, inductors, capacitors, relays, contactors, and transformers.
• Follow all prescribed procedures on the school’s maintenance system (Schooldude).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• HVAC training or certification, including chiller knowledge.
• Minimum of 8 years of proven experience in a similar HVAC maintenance position.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and coordinate work with other trades.
• Excellent diagnostic skill to identify recurring maintenance problems and recommend solutions.
• Experience using a two‑way radio, phone, PDA, power‑driven, and manually operated equipment tools.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Physical ability to lift, bend, stoop, climb, and reach as required by the job.

Benefits

Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full‑time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off, and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, and training and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status.