HVAC/Preventative Maintenance Technician

Colgate University; Village of Hamilton (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Gym discounts

Bookstore savings

Athletic tickets

Facilities access

Job summary

Colgate University in Hamilton, NY is seeking an HVAC/Preventative Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair campus heating, cooling, and refrigeration systems. This on-site role requires diagnosing complex issues and coordinating with contractors.

The position supports building automation systems, BACnet and EcoStruxure, and involves working evenings, nights and weekends as needed. A valid driver’s license and EPA 608 certification are preferred at hire.

Qualifications

• Must be able to diagnose complex HVAC/R issues without guidance.
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Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair HVAC/R and refrigeration components on campus.
• Read layouts, estimate materials and labor, order supplies.
• Coordinate with contractors and other trades.
• Maintain sensors, thermostats, controllers and BACnet/automation equipment.
• Ensure safe operations and proper PPE usage.

Skills

HVAC/R knowledge

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade certificate or apprenticeship in HVAC/R

Trade school + 1 year experience

Journeyperson 5+ years experience

Tools

Schneider EcoStruxure

BACnet

Building automation systems

Job description

HVAC/Preventative Maintenance Technician

Position Title HVAC/Preventative Maintenance Technician

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Division

Division Finance and Administration

Department

Work Arrangement type

Work Arrangement type On-Site (Hamilton, NY) – expected to work fully at the designated campus/office location.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

At least one of the following is required:

• Certificate from an accredited apprentice program in the field of HVAC /R
• Graduation from certified trade school plus one-year work experience as HVAC /R technician.
• Proof of five consecutive years as a Journeyperson working in the field of HVAC \R.

Ability to diagnose complex system issues without guidance required.
Ability to work independently and with a team, and outside contractors required.

Must be available to work evenings, nights and weekend hours as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A combination of additional education and/or experience related to instrumentation and control systems.
• Working proficiency specifically in Schneider Electric EcoStruxure and BACnet.
• Experience working with system sequence of operations, system graphics and configuring & mapping system points.
• A demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems and other building subsystems.

Education

A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills are attained.

Certifications

A current valid driver’s license, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.
EPA 608 Certification (Universal Refrigerant Technician) is preferred at the time of hire and will be required as assigned.

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, as well as stoop, bend, reach and climb.
• Must have the ability to lift and carry up to a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Will be required to wear a NIOSH (National Institute of Occupational Health & Safety) approved respirator and personal protective equipment, which may include a flame resistant uniform (as defined by NFPA -70E).
• May be exposed to hazards of electrical shock and steam.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions as needed.
• Exposure to heights, high speed power tools.
• Must have the ability to work outside as required.
• Those assigned to second and third shift will be deemed essential personnel under the University’s essential personnel policy.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and overtime, as required.
• Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including but not limited to wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of chemicals as outlined by University policies and/or the supervisor.
• Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to the supervisor and/or Environmental Health and Safety.
• Position requires safety shoes be worn.
• Required to wear a uniform, as provided.

Other Information

Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page .

Department Statement

It is the mission of the Facilities Department at Colgate University to create the safest, cleanest, and most comfortable environment that further distinguishes Colgate University as a world-class educational institution. We work hard as part of a unified team, to make everyone who arrives on campus feel welcomed.
“One team, one mission”
The Facilities Department provides the physical environment, utilities, and facilities support services necessary to promote the educational and research activities of the university. To ensure quality service to our community, we provide strong coordination and communications between multi-functional groups and our customers, with a customer-oriented approach. Training and development of self-directed teams promotes a work environment that encourages employee initiative, engagement and development.

Accountabilities

• Maintains and repairs all heating, ventilation, air conditioning ( HVAC /R) and refrigeration components on campus as required.
• Conducts layouts for assigned jobs, reads, interprets, provides material labor estimates, orders materials, and translates prints into a finished product.
• Maintains accurate records of materials used and time spent on assignments.
• Maintains a working knowledge and stays current on operations of new systems such as HVAC /R, fire alarms, electrical motors, chemical treatment and filtration of swimming pools, chillers, water softening equipment, and refrigeration systems.
• Must use and strengthen knowledge in Building Automation systems for use in daily monitoring and troubleshooting. Attends training related to such systems.
• Work independently, as well as collegially and effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, visitors and contractors on a daily basis.
• Coordinate work with other trade shops and departments.
• Proficient use of personal computers for work order entries (material & labor needs) and campus energy management system to monitor building conditions.
• Maintains accurate records of materials used and time spent on assignments.
• Provide service, repairs, and preventive maintenance procedures to HVAC /R control systems including controllers, networks and peripheral devices.
• Review and understand project plans and specifications to accomplish project goals and objectives.
• Conducts layouts for assigned jobs, reads, interprets, provides material labor estimates, orders materials, and translates prints into a finished product.
• Maintain sensors, thermostats, controllers, valves, actuators, and other HVAC /R control related equipment.
• Maintains a working knowledge of HVAC systems such as electrical motors, chillers, and refrigeration systems.

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026S072Posting

Temporary

Temporary No

Work Schedule

Sunday through Thursday 11:00p – 7:00a.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/22/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [e-mail] .

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