HVAC Mechanic II

University of Maryland Baltimore County; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician/Mechanic II to join their dynamic Facilities Management team. This role involves installing, servicing, and repairing various HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and user comfort across multiple university buildings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC systems, electrical components, and troubleshooting. Join a forward-thinking organization that values excellence in facility operations and maintenance, where your expertise will contribute significantly to the comfort and efficiency of the campus environment. If you are passionate about HVAC systems and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in HVAC, refrigeration, or heating trades required.
• High School diploma or GED mandatory for applicants.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair HVAC systems including heat pumps and AC units.
• Troubleshoot and maintain HVAC, piping, electrical, and control systems.

Skills

HVAC Systems Installation

Troubleshooting HVAC Systems

Electrical Components Maintenance

Hydronic Systems Diagnosis

Refrigeration Systems Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School or Apprenticeship

Tools

Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Energy Management Systems

Job description

Position Title: HVAC Mechanic II

Description:

The HVAC Technician/Mechanic II, working under general supervision, is responsible for installing, servicing, and repairing various components of commercial and industrial HVAC systems, including heat pumps and centralized air conditioning units up to 250 tons with multiple zone applications.

Department:

Facilities Management

UMBC’s Facilities Management (FM) department strives to provide excellence in planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance of UMBC’s facilities, grounds and utilities. Our staff maintains 70 university buildings on 512 acres of grounds and provides service to nearly 3.7 million gross square feet of space.

Position Overview:

The HVAC Technician/Mechanic II, working under general supervision, is responsible for installing, servicing, and repairing various components of commercial and industrial HVAC systems, including heat pumps and centralized air conditioning units up to 250 tons with multiple zone applications. They also troubleshoot and maintain HVAC, piping, electrical, and control systems while ensuring an understanding of building mechanical operations for user comfort and efficiency. Additionally, the technician manages work activities utilizing the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) AiM, completing required training programs, and contributing to the efficient operation of building systems.

Responsibilities:

• Operate, install, maintain, service, and diagnose hydronic systems including piping system, pumps, valves, flow control devices, cooling towers, fluid tube bundles, and coils.
• Operate, install, maintain, service, and diagnose air moving and control equipment including ducts, blowers, fans, dampers, VAV, VVT, and condensate control devices.
• Operate, install, maintain, service, and diagnose refrigerant using HVAC systems including, ductless split, ducted split, water source package, RTU, CRAC, chillers, and specialty refrigeration systems.
• Operate, install, maintain, service, and diagnose electrical components and control systems supporting HVAC and hydronic equipment including motors, actuators, transformers, contactors, relays, timers.
• Operate computers systems relating to energy management, time tracking, work recording and email.
• Operate, install, maintain, service and diagnose VFD applied to HVAC and pumping systems.
• Operate, install, maintain, service, and diagnose humidification and dehumidification systems utilizing steam and electrical power for steam generation.
• Operate, install maintain, service and diagnose gas fired burners serving boilers and heat exchanges.
• Provides guidance and training in the HVAC trade.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Six years progressively responsible experience in any combination of air conditioning, refrigeration, temperature control, steam distribution, or heating trades.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of trade school or apprenticeship program

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary:

Pay Range 14 (minimum: 56,773 maximum: 93,607) based on the University System of Maryland (USM) Pay Program.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, Memorandum of Understanding, USM Board of Regent policies, internal equity, budget and qualifications and experience. Most salary offers will be close to the minimum part of the range.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours: Full-time

Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex.

Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.