Lead HVAC Technician – Life Sciences Facilities

UG2; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UG2 leads the way in facility services, and is seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanic to direct maintenance of life sciences building systems in a regulated environment.

You will mentor HVAC technicians, manage complex projects, and ensure systems such as BAS, exhaust, chilled water, and air handling units operate safely and reliably. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Active HVAC/Refrigeration license or certification as required by applicable jurisdiction.
• Minimum of five years of experience as an HVAC mechanic in a commercial, industrial, laboratory, healthcare, manufacturing, or life sciences facility; prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience working with critical HVAC systems and environments where temperature, humidity, pressure, airflow, or air quality must be closely controlled.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership and mentorship to HVAC technicians and maintenance personnel.
• Assign, prioritize, and review HVAC work orders to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality completion.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for advanced HVAC troubleshooting, diagnostics, system optimization, and equipment reliability.
• Coordinate daily HVAC activities to minimize disruption to laboratory, research, manufacturing, and other critical operations.
• Oversee contractors and vendors performing HVAC and mechanical work, ensuring quality, safety, compliance, and adherence to facility procedures and project specifications.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Safety culture

Education

HVAC/Refrigeration license or certification

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Control diagnostics tools

Job description

UG2 leads the way in facility services, and is seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanic to direct maintenance of life sciences building systems in a regulated environment.

You will mentor HVAC technicians, manage complex projects, and ensure systems such as BAS, exhaust, chilled water, and air handling units operate safely and reliably. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and regulatory compliance.