Lead HVAC Technician

TrulyHired; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provided work vehicle

Job summary

Cambridge Public Schools seeks a Lead HVAC Technician to oversee daily operation and maintenance of HVACR systems across district locations. You will monitor building management systems, perform repairs, and ensure safe, efficient climate control for classrooms and facilities.

The role requires MA Refrigeration Technician license, EPA Universal certification, 10 years HVAC experience and 5 years with BMS. You must be able to travel between schools, work 6:00–2:30 or 2:00–10:30, and a work

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician license preferred.
• EPA Universal certification required.
• Driver's license required.
• 10 years of HVAC experience; 5 years with BMS.
• Ability to travel between schools.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain HVACR equipment across district locations.
• Monitor and operate building management systems (BMS) and troubleshoot.
• Replace worn parts, test controls, and repair leaks.
• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, thermostats and belts.
• Document work orders, invoices, and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

HVAC Systems

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Equipment maintenance

Education

Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician's License

EPA Universal Certification

Tools

BMS software

SchoolDude CMMS

Job description

Job Description

Position: Lead HVAC Technician (40 hours/12 months)

Facilities Department/Plant Maintenance

Overview of Cambridge Public Schools

Cambridge is a vibrant, diverse city as well as a central hub of the nation's innovative economy. Educating approximately 7,000 students PreK-12+, the Cambridge Public Schools consists of diverse and dedicated faculty, cutting-edge technology, and innovative programs. While each of the CPS school communities is unique, they are joined in a shared vision of rigorous, joyful, and culturally responsive learning. Over 30% of CPS students speak a language other than English at home, and more than 70 languages are represented across the district. Our schools proudly embrace this linguistic and cultural diversity while striving to establish high expectations for all students.

General Statement of Duties

Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, HVAC Technician is responsible for day-to-day operation and management of HVAC systems at all locations. Primary responsibilities include maintenance and repair of HVACR systems; monitoring and operating building management systems (BMS).

Specific Duties

• Installs heating, ventilating, air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment, including related fixtures; checks equipment for malfunctions; maintains and repairs or replaces defective equipment. Performs related work as required.
• Checks pressure and vacuum gauges and other indicators. Adjusts controls, tests joints and connections for gas leaks, injects refrigerant and adjusts valves, controls and pumps, and uses testing equipment such as voltmeter, ohmmeters, amp-probes, etc., to ensure proper operation.
• Maintains and repairs equipment by replacing worn or defective parts such as switches, fuses, motors, bearings, valves and damper operators, thermostats and electrical wiring. Pumps specified gas or fluids into a system, adds necessary liquids, lubricates motors and bearings, and changes filters and belts. Repairs and replaces pneumatic and DDC parts, motors, thermostats, etc.
• Joins tubing and/or pipes, cuts and threads pipes, solders and brazes joints, mounts compressor and condenser units, connects motors, compressors, temperature controls, humidity controls and related equipment.
• Troubleshoots heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems; drilling holes for mounting brackets; screwing, bolting, riveting and welding parts to assemble structural and functional components such as motors, controls, switches and gauges.
• Recovers CFC and HCFC refrigerants using safe procedures while operating appropriate recovery equipment.
• Checks work orders, reports and invoices for accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician's License preferred.
• EPA Universal certification required.
• Current and valid Massachusetts Driver's License.
• At least 10 years experience with various HVAC systems and 5 years of experience with computer based building management systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair and replace HVAC components and controls.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with email, online time keeping, computerized maintenance management software. School Dude preferred.
• Must have the ability to occasionally work outside of the scheduled hours and on weekends. Must have transportation to commute between schools.
• Exposure to all weather conditions. Ability to lift, carry, pull, push, squat and reach.

Terms of Employment

Hours: 6am to 2:30 pm or 2pm to 10:30pm (Must have the ability to occasionally work outside of the scheduled hours and on weekends. A work vehicle will be provided.)

Salary

In accordance with the Local 1611 AFSCME contract, plus overtime as available.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.