HVAC Mechanic for Lab Facilities & Systems

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to support critical research facilities and administrative operations. You will perform routine and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems, pumps, and energy management, ensuring reliable climate control for lab spaces, offices, and residential buildings.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance with regulations, and collaboration with scientists and staff.

Qualifications

• Five years of general mechanics and HVAC/equipment controls maintenance and repair experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; refrigerant technician license preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems, pumps, and energy management systems.
• Install and test HVAC systems for laboratory, administrative, and residential buildings.
• Maintain air compressors, vacuum pumps, blowers, electromechanical controls, and other mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with other trades and Laboratory staff in daily duties.
• Order supplies from approved vendors and manage materials.
• Troubleshoot maintenance problems as they arise.
• Reclaim, recycle, and add refrigerants in compliance with regulations.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

BMS knowledge

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking an HVAC Mechanic to support critical research facilities and administrative operations. You will perform routine and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems, pumps, and energy management, ensuring reliable climate control for lab spaces, offices, and residential buildings.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance with regulations, and collaboration with scientists and staff.