HVAC Mechanic III

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park is seeking an HVAC Mechanic III to diagnose and repair central temperature control systems serving the College Park Campus residence halls and facilities. You will work on air and water heating and cooling systems, and support regional heating and cooling equipment on campus.

The role includes chiller work, gas burner service, and preventive maintenance with an emphasis on safety, documentation, and teamwork with residents and colleagues across

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of air conditioning and refrigeration principles.
• Understanding of installation, repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of refrigerant types, environmental impact, and gas reclamation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair central HVAC systems for campus residential communities and facilities.
• Perform regional heating and cooling work including chiller maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair gas burners and related components.
• Maintain safety and effective communication with residents and staff.

Skills

HVAC principles

Refrigeration systems

Gas reclamation

OSHA regulations

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dial indicators

Vernier calipers

Depth micrometers

HVAC testing equipment

Job description

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement

The Department of Residential Facilities is responsible for the maintenance and housekeeping services for the College Park Campus' 70+ residence halls, Greek chapter houses, and recreational facilities encompassing over 2.7 million square feet. The department employs over 300 exempt, non-exempt, and student staff.

General Responsibilities

The HVAC Mechanic III position is responsible for general diagnosis and repair of central temperature control systems (air and water heating and cooling) for all campus residential communities and Fraternity Row facilities. This position will also have responsibility for regional heating and cooling systems in SCUB facilities and performing chiller work. In addition, the position will diagnose and perform service repairs to gas burners. Incumbent must possess sufficient knowledge and skills to effectively and efficiently complete the work described above. Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that gets along with customers, co-workers, and supervisors. Performs the work in a manner which minimizes adversely affecting the activities of residents.

Physical Demands

The incumbent will be required to work from ladders or scaffolding; to work in, on, around, over, and under fixed equipment and machinery; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs. Position requires the following physical activities: kneeling, stooping, climbing, walking, and lifting. Will work in hazardous or irritating environments, un-air-conditioned spaces and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment. This position may require the incumbent to exercise sustained physical activity in demonstrating or assisting in completing a relatively wide range of maintenance tasks. The incumbent will be required to drive a state vehicle to inspect work and may be required to shovel snow and handle snow-moving equipment (snowblowers, plows) as part of essential responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

HVAC Journeyman License EPA Section 608 Universal Certification Experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial-grade kitchen and refrigeration appliances License/Certifications: N/A

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

Eight years progressively responsible experience in any combination of air conditioning, refrigeration, temperature control, steam distribution, or heating trades.

Other

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of air conditioning and refrigeration; of the practices and techniques used in the installation, repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment and systems; of refrigerant types, environmental impact, and gas reclamation procedures and equipment. Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations related to the refrigeration trade; of National Electric Code; of basic mathematics including area, volume, and weights and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions. Thorough knowledge of plumbing, steamfitting, and the electrical trades as they pertain to HVAC systems. Skill in the installation, repair and maintenance of commercial or industrial HVAC equipment and systems; in the use and maintenance of tools and equipment of the trade; in welding, brazing, soldering, and silfoss; in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, drawings, specifications, and contract documents; in the use of dial indicators, vernier calipers, and depth micrometers; in using computers to diagnose HVAC system problems. Ability to read and explain manufacturer recommendations regarding scheduled and preventive maintenance, servicing and operation; to prepare written reports; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to provide direction and training to mechanics and other maintenance personnel in the HVAC trade; to program computers for HVAC system operations; to estimate costs of installing HVAC systems up to 100 tons; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools and supplies and/or exert force up to 50 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on machinery and equipment; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Employees assigned to work with CFC refrigerants must maintain valid certification in accordance with federal law. A non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license valid in the State of Maryland may be required. Candidates selected for employment may be required to be trained to work with asbestos.

Additional Job Details Preferences

HVAC Journeyman License EPA Section 608 Universal Certification Experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial-grade kitchen and refrigeration appliances.

Required Application Materials

Completed Resume
Completed Application

Best Consideration Date

N/A

Posting Close Date

November 20, 2026

Open Until Filled

No

Job Risks

Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Financial Disclosure Required No

Department VPSA-Res Facilities-Bldg Systems Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range

• Department VPSA-Res Facilities-Bldg Systems Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $60,673.00 - $72,808.00

Benefits Summary

• Benefits Summary For more information on Regular Nonexempt benefits, select this link.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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About Us

The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.

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