HVAC TECHNICIAN (FULL TIME)

SSC Services For Education; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,817 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Health and Wellness Programs

Job summary

SSC Services For Education is hiring HVAC Technicians in Washington, DC to perform essential maintenance tasks related to HVAC systems within educational institutions.

The role requires prior HVAC experience, a relevant certification, and offers a competitive pay range of $26.00 to $50.00 per hour.

Employees benefit from comprehensive insurance, 401K matching, and various wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician in an institutional setting.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions in electrical and mechanical systems.
• Document tasks completed in the CMMS.

Skills

HVAC systems maintenance

Electrical systems knowledge

Blueprint understanding

Physical stamina

Education

Journeyman Electrical License or ACR Technician certification or Journeyman Plumber License

Tools

Hand-operated tools

Job description

We are hiring immediately for full‑time HVAC Technician positions. Location: Georgetown University – 3700 O Streets Northwest, Washington, DC 20057. (Openings at other locations within the school district available). Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full‑time schedule; days may vary: 6:00–2:30 pm, 7:00–3:30 pm, 3:00–11:00 pm, 11:00 pm–7:30 am, 2:30 pm–11:00 pm. More details upon interview. (Full and part‑time with flexibility to meet most scheduling needs.)

Requirement: Prior experience with HVAC, VRV, WSHP, AHU, motor starters, and maintenance is required.

Pay Range: $26.00 per hour to $50.00 per hour.

Perks: SSC invests in our employees with training and growth opportunities and offers a comprehensive benefits package and same‑day pay.

Job Summary

The HVAC Maintenance Technician performs a variety of skilled maintenance duties related to the facilities engineering and maintenance functions and is assigned to work for a Supervisor, Foreman, and/or Master Mechanic on a regular basis. Incumbent is guided by a comprehensive and proven skill in one trade as evident by possession of an appropriate license from the state. Within the incumbent’s chosen trade, the employee works independently to analyze and correct complex problems and ensures that non‑license workers perform work in a manner consistent with correct work practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs a mixed workload consisting of preventative maintenance and non‑complex reactive repairs.
• Updates work statuses and documents tasks completed in the CMMS using a mobile device.
• Helps determine manpower, material needs, and deadlines for jobs and projects.
• Cleans, lubricates, services, repairs, and diagnoses malfunctions of HVAC, electrical, and mechanical building systems, sterilizers, food service equipment, sprinkler and standpipe systems, transport systems, electronic signaling systems, fire alarm systems, and similar plant and specialty equipment items.
• Assists in making decisions on all repairs and reports major problems to the Maintenance Supervisor, Foreman, and Manager as appropriate.
• Constructs, finishes, installs, maintains, and repairs electrical and mechanical systems, or the facilities of any related systems, using power and hand tools and other necessary equipment.
• Reviews outside vendor projects and makes punch lists.
• Analyzes and corrects complex building system problems and electro‑mechanical problems related to utilities.
• Supports project management activity as needed.
• Responds to emergency problems in the facility and makes emergency repairs as needed.
• Maintains logs, performs rounds, and completes PM work orders, tests, and inspections.
• Makes recommendations for modification or improvement of preventive maintenance systems.
• Maintains shops and mechanical areas in a clean and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician in an institutional setting in an engineering or maintenance discipline.
• One of the following: Journeyman Electrical License, Registered ACR Technician with EPA certification in Refrigerant, or Journeyman Plumber License.
• Experience working with blueprints and schematics; valid driver’s license.
• A general understanding of electro‑mechanical equipment.
• Rudimentary ability to utilize hand‑operated construction equipment.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds and kneel, bend, or stoop and perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions

• Some exposure to elevated temperatures, noise, dust, dirt, and/or areas requiring infection control.
• Requires meeting deadlines for completion of work on a daily basis.
• Must be able to work all hours, including weekends and nights, as necessary, to maintain the facility at the appropriate and safe level.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance/AD
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace & Employee Shopping Program
• Identify Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• And more…

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time‑off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed remotely, please refer to the wage‑and‑time‑off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. This job posting is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/