Maintenance A Worker -HVAC

Saint Louis University; Town of Olive (NY); On-site; USD 37,357 - 53,206; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University is seeking a dedicated facilities maintenance professional to perform routine and preventative maintenance at the campus location in the Town of Olive, NY. The role emphasizes HVAC system servicing, ensuring comfort and quality across facilities.

Applicants must possess a high school diploma and a valid driver's license, with two years of preferred experience in HVAC systems and maintenance. The position compensates $32.87 per hour for a standard 40-hour week and requires availability for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Valid Class E driver’s license (or equivalent from another state).
• Two years of experience in facilities maintenance, specifically with HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive, customer-focused service for service calls and emergencies.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair of HVAC systems.
• Assist with building systems including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical.

Skills

HVAC systems troubleshooting

Basic carpentry

Painting

Light plumbing

Electrical maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Building automation system (BAS)

Commercial boilers

Chillers

Job description

Position Summary

Perform routine and preventative maintenance at the University campus with a strong focus on HVAC systems. Address service requests from faculty, staff, and students, and complete assigned work orders from facilities supervisors.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Service Calls & Emergency Response: Provide responsive, customer-focused service. Prioritize and complete work orders efficiently. Assess issues and determine when escalation or specialized support is needed.
• General Maintenance: Assist with building systems and duties as needed, including basic carpentry, painting, light plumbing, electrical, and HVAC troubleshooting. Provide event setup support when requested.
• HVAC Systems: Perform preventative maintenance and repair of HVAC systems including air handlers, roof top units (RTUs), fan coil units, exhaust systems, and variable air volume (VAV) boxes. Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to heating and cooling across the campus, ensuring consistent indoor air quality and comfort. Inspect, clean, and replace components such as belts, filters, coils, and thermostats. Support the operation and maintenance of commercial boilers and chillers. Monitor, operate, and adjust building automation system (BAS) settings and sensors. Maintain logs and documentation for equipment condition and services performed.

Working Conditions

Require standing, bending, climbing, lifting up to 75 pounds, and working on ladders or at heights. Work may occur indoors and outdoors, in varying weather and temperature conditions. Exposure to pool chemicals, noise, and mechanical equipment is expected. May be required to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts for emergencies.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class E driver’s license (or equivalent from another state).
• Must be available 24/7 for emergencies and willing to work overtime.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical training or certification in HVAC systems, commercial boiler/chiller operations, or related fields.
• Two years of experience in facilities maintenance, specifically with HVAC systems and building mechanical infrastructure.

Compensation

Position Pays: $32.87 per hour. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.