HVAC Technician

Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC of Staten Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership

Pension

403B

Job summary

The JCC of Staten Island is seeking an experienced HVAC Maintenance Mechanic to own and operate the HVAC and heating systems across five facilities. You will troubleshoot, maintain 30 units, monitor compressor pressures, and service boilers, dampers, and BMS to optimize performance.

You will perform preventive maintenance and respond to issues, maintaining logs and ensuring safe, compliant operations in a year-round schedule. Strong diagnostics and hands-on skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial HVAC experience.
• Gas Certification HVAC license.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Working knowledge of Building Management System (BMS).
• Must own HVAC gauges and vacuum pump.

Responsibilities

• Clear drain pans and condensate lines; coil maintenance and leak checks.
• Change filters and maintain belts.
• Maintain four hot water boilers and heat exchangers.
• Service auto water fills; replace filters and belts; clean coils.
• Maintain and replace dampers and actuators; adjust controls.
• Maintain heating devices; replace igniters.
• Troubleshoot and repair ~30 HVAC units.
• Diagnose refrigeration by monitoring compressor pressures.
• Replace compressors, contactors, relays, fuses, motors; service VFDs.
• Monitor Building Management System (BMS) for performance.
• Clean condensates and drain lines; refrigerant leak repair.
• Read blueprints and mechanical drawings to diagnose systems.
• Readiness for brazing and other hot work.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Blueprints

Self-motivated

Education

Gas Certification HVAC license

Tools

HVAC gauges

Vacuum pump

Pro Press tools

Torches

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced HVAC Maintenance Mechanic to take ownership of the HVAC and heating systems across five well-maintained facilities. This position includes trouble shooting and maintaining 30 HVAC units, monitoring high and low side of compressors, changing compressors and contactors as well as relays and fuses. This position includes maintenance of FVD units and the motors, and dampers and actuators on all units. This position is an opportunity to manage preventive maintenance and make a measurable impact on facility operations.

ABOUT YOU

You are a dependable, skilled HVAC Maintenance Mechanic who enjoys troubleshooting complex commercial systems, working independently, and taking pride in preventive maintenance—not just emergency service calls. You\'ll be responsible for maintaining approximately 30 commercial HVAC units, hot water boilers, Building Management Systems (BMS), and related mechanical equipment in a stable, year-round position.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Clearing drain pans and condensate lines, coil maintenance and leak checking.


• Changing filters and maintain belt as needed.


• Upkeep of four hot water boilers and heat exchangers to maintain proper water temperature.


• Servicing auto water fills. Twice a year changing all filters and belts, including cleaning of all coils. Maintaining drain pans on all units.


• Maintain, troubleshoot, and replace dampers and actuators.


• Maintain heating units and changing out igniters on all heating devices.


• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain approximately 30 commercial HVAC units.


• Diagnose refrigeration issues by monitoring compressor high- and low-side pressures.


• Replace compressors, contactors, relays, capacitors, fuses, motors, and other HVAC components.


• Service Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and associated motors.


• Monitor and adjust the Building Management System (BMS) to optimize system performance.


• Clean condensates drain pans and drain lines.


• Perform refrigerant leak detection and repair.


• Clean evaporator and condenser coils and perform seasonal preventive maintenance.


• Maintain accurate maintenance and service logs.


• Maintain proper boiler water temperatures and service automatic water fill systems.


• Replace igniters and maintain gas-fired heating equipment.


• Read blueprints and mechanical drawings to diagnose and repair systems.


• Safely perform brazing, soldering, Pro Press work, and other hot work when required.

OUR REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5 years of commercial HVAC experience.


• Gas Certification HVAC license


• Valid Driver’s License


• Working knowledge of a Building Maintenance System


• Must own HVAC gauges and vacuum pump

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read blueprints and understand mechanical drawings


• Ability to diagnose electrical, refrigeration, and mechanical system failures.


• Proficient using torches, Pro Press tools, and performing hot work.


• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to work independently while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

SALARY

$75,000 - $80,000 Annually, contingent upon experience, certifications and qualifications.

This is a full time, 40 hour per week position – Monday to Friday.

BENEFITS

The JCC of Staten Island is committed to keeping you and your family healthy and happy through a comprehensive benefits program. Offerings includes: subsidized options for Medical; offerings for Dental and Vision coverage, FSA and Dependent Care. We also offer free LTD, STD, Life Insurance, a Pension, 403B, generous program discounts, free membership, ample time off and much more!

ABOUT US

The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island was founded in 1929 with the goal of creating a home for the Jewish community by offering social, recreational, and educational activities. Over time, that mission expanded to help anyone who walked through the doors of any of our facilities. The JCC has become a true community center—not just for the Jewish community, but for the entirety of Staten Island.

Programs serve the needs we see in our community and are constantly expanding to meet new demand. We serve people of all walks of life, from young children to seniors and everyone in between. The JCC is proud to offer services that help improve the quality of life for people on Staten Island and beyond. We strive to help those in need as well as provide recreational and educational opportunities for our members. The JCC of Staten Island is dedicatedto encouraging harmony throughout the community by providing facilities and programs that areopen to all regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. Everyone is welcome at the JCC.