HVAC-R Technician

Billerica Public Schools; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Billerica Public Schools in Billerica, MA is seeking an HVAC-R Technician to maintain, repair and install HVAC-R equipment across the district. Schedule is Monday-Friday 6:30am-3pm with overtime as needed.

Must have EPA CFC certificate, MA HVAC-R journeyman license, OSHA 10, valid driver’s license and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an industrial, commercial, or school setting. You will support the District’s facilities under the Director and Assistant Director, perform preventive

Qualifications

• Must have EPA-approved CFC certificate and MA HVAC-R journeyman license.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as HVAC tech in industrial, commercial or school environments.
• OSHA 10 Certified.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Upkeep, repair, and installation of all HVAC-R equipment and related systems.
• Troubleshoot BAS controls and coordinate with BAS contractor.
• Perform inspections for predictive and preventive HVAC systems.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and HVAC-R resources.
• Recommend improvements to HVAC systems.
• Coordinate with outside vendors for services.
• Track digital PM program and work orders to ensure timely work.
• Ensure safe operations following safety guidelines.

Skills

Gas-fired boilers

Pneumatic controls

Steam boilers

General trades knowledge

Hand & power tools

Reading prints

Safety awareness

Ladders & lifts safety

Emergency readiness

Collaboration

Tools

BAS controls

Job description

HVAC-R Technician

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Job Details

Job ID: 5903581

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Monday-Friday: 630am-3pm.

Works overtime as needed on HVAC Equipment

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities and Assistant Director of Facilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must Have a current Valid EPA-approved CFC Certificate and Journeyman’s Massachusetts HVAC-R Licenses
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an HVAC Tech working in an industrial, commercial or school environment
• OSHA 10 Certified
• Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Has a solid understanding and experience in the the upkeep and repair of gas-fired boilers, equipment and steam systems
• Has solid understanding and experience working with Pneumatic control systems
• Has solid understanding and experience with the upkeep and repair of steam boilers
• Possesses broad knowledge of other trades, such as plumbing, sheet metal and electrical
• Able to work alone and safely use ladders, lifts and other means as needed
• Available to work extra hours and respond to emergencies as needed
• Able to read prints and follow verbal and written instructions
• Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools
• Collaborates well with others and contributes to a welcoming and positive work environment

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be responsible for upkeep, repair, and installation of all HVAC-R equipment and related systems, including pumps and pneumatic temperature control systems.
• Working knowledge of BAS systems to have the ability to troubleshoot controls. Ability to work with an outside BAS controls contractor
• Perform general and routine inspections for predictive and preventive HVAC systems
• Keeps accurate inventory of all equipment and HVAC-R resources
• Make recommendations for improvements related to HVAC systems
• In assistance with the Director of Facilities or their Designee determine if an outside vendor is needed to perform a service
• Assisting and tracking of the digital PM program and the work order systems to make sure work is done in a timely manner
• Work with outside vendors to ensure proper work on HVAC-R is being performed
• Safely perform the functions of this position while following and applying the proper safety guidelines
• Performs additional HVAC-related duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities or their Designee

SUPERVISES: N/A

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month work year

An equal opportunity employer in compliance with Title IX, Chapter 622 and Section 504.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Billerica Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion or religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran’s status, military services, marital status, genetic information, handicap, disability, or on any other basis that is protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.

Job Requirements

• CORI & FINGERPRINT CLEARANCE REQUIRED
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sean Bartlett
• 35 River Street
• Billerica, Massachusetts 01821
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• Email: [e-mail]