HVAC-R Technician

Billerica Public Schools; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Billerica Public Schools in Massachusetts seeks an HVAC-R Technician to maintain and repair boiler rooms, steam systems, and pneumatic controls across district facilities. The role requires a MA HVAC-R Journeyman license, EPA CFC certificate, OSHA-10, and 3+ years in school or industrial settings.

Full-time, 12-month year with standard hours and on-site work. The technician will collaborate with the Director of Facilities, supervise no staff, and respond to emergencies as needed, keeping safety

Qualifications

• Valid EPA-approved CFC certificate and MA HVAC-R journeyman license.
• Valid driver's license.
• Minimum 3 years’ HVAC tech experience in industrial, commercial or school settings.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Repair and install HVAC-R equipment and related systems including pumps and pneumatics.
• Troubleshoot BAS controls and coordinate with BAS contractor as needed.
• Perform preventive and routine inspections of HVAC systems.
• Maintain inventory of HVAC-R equipment and resources.
• Recommend improvements to HVAC systems.
• Assist Director or designee in vendor selection for services.
• Support digital PM program and work order systems; ensure timely work.
• Coordinate with outside vendors to ensure proper HVAC-R work.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and perform duties safely.
• Perform additional HVAC-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Gas-fired boilers

Pneumatic controls

Steam systems

Mechanical repair

Electrical knowledge

Safety with ladders and lifts

Emergency response

Reading prints

Hand and power tools

Education

OSHA 10 Certification

Massachusetts HVAC-R Journeyman License

EPA-approved CFC certificate

Driver's license

Tools

BAS controls

Power tools

Job description

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HVAC-R Technician

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

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 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.

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
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]