HVAC Technician

Johnson & Wales University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI seeks an HVAC Technician to perform diagnostic evaluations, preventative maintenance and repairs on campus building systems, including HVAC, building management systems (BMS), refrigeration, electrical and plumbing components. The role covers campus-wide maintenance, emergency response and routine inspections to ensure reliable operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, experience with HVAC mechanics and BMS, a valid U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in HVAC maintenance and building management systems.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• RI RJ2 or PJ2 license or willingness to obtain on hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs HVAC maintenance work and preventative maintenance across the campus.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems in heating/air conditioning systems and determines repair or replacement needs.
• Conducts inspections of HVAC systems and components, evaluates condition and recommends repairs or replacement.
• Maintains mechanical equipment and adheres to safety protocols.
• Responds to HVAC maintenance emergencies and conducts routine campus inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Diagnostics

Building Management Systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical & Plumbing

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

RI RJ2 or PJ2 license

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS)

HVAC controls

Job description

Summary Performs diagnostic evaluations, preventative maintenance and HVAC repairs related to the university's building systems and related components, including but not limited to the maintenance, inspection and testing of HVAC systems, HVAC control systems, building mechanical systems (BMS), refrigeration, as well as electrical and plumbing systems, and their associated equipment and instrumentation

Summary Performs diagnostic evaluations, preventative maintenance and HVAC repairs related to the university's building systems and related components, including but not limited to the maintenance, inspection and testing of HVAC systems, HVAC control systems, building mechanical systems (BMS), refrigeration, as well as electrical and plumbing systems, and their associated equipment and instrumentation

Essential Job Functions

• Performs HVAC maintenance work and preventative maintenance across the campus
• Trouble shoots and diagnoses the cause of problems and/or failures in heating/air conditioning systems to identify equipment and/or systems repair or replacement needs
• Conducts inspections for HVAC systems and their components (e.g. heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilation units, etc.), evaluating condition and identifying necessary repairs and make recommendations for corrective maintenance or replacement, as appropriate
• Maintains mechanical equipment in proper working order and reviews and executes appropriate safety protocols
• Responds to HVAC maintenance emergencies and conducts routine building inspections to make sure the university systems are operating efficiently
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Moderate amount of experience working in HVAC Mechanical, Controls and Building Management Systems, troubleshooting and diagnostics or other related experience
• Valid U.S. driver's license
• RI Refrigeration Journeyperson II (RJ2) or Pipefitter Journeyperson II (PJ2) license or willingness to obtain upon hire

Preferred Qualifications

• EPA Certification

Please Note

Qualified candidates must live or relocate to live within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnic and national origin, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.