Mechanic, HVAC

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory; Cold Spring Harbor, New York, Town of Oyster Bay (NY, NY, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HVAC Mechanic to join its dynamic team. This role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance across various facilities. The successful candidate will have a strong background in HVAC mechanics, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively with diverse teams. The organization prides itself on fostering a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and innovation. If you are passionate about maintaining high standards in mechanical systems and want to contribute to a leading research institution, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Exceptional Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Time Off

Recognition Programs

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC and equipment controls maintenance.
• Strong computer skills and ability to troubleshoot complex HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on HVAC systems and energy management systems.
• Install and test HVAC systems for various building types.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical systems and controls.

Skills

HVAC Systems Maintenance

Electromechanical Equipment Repair

Troubleshooting Skills

Blueprint Reading

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Refrigerant Technician License

Job description

Position Description

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a world-renowned scientific research organization located on the North Shore of Long Island, is seeking an HVAC Mechanic. The HVAC Mechanic will install, repair, maintain, and operate heating, ventilation, air conditioning and other electromechanical equipment, equipment controls, and building management systems.

Position Responsibilities

• Performs routine preventative and corrective maintenance to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems as well as pumps and energy management systems.
• Installs, and tests HVAC systems for laboratory, administrative, and residential buildings.
• Performs maintenance on air compressors, vacuum pumps, blowers, electromechanical control systems, and other mechanical systems.
• Interacts with other trades, scientific staff, and the Laboratory's administration on the performance of job duties.
• Orders necessary supplies and materials from approved vendors.
• Troubleshoots maintenance problems.
• Reclaims, recycles, and adds CFC and HCFC refrigerants to air conditioning and refrigeration systems in accordance with regulatory requirements.

Position Requirements

EDUCATION: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a refrigerant technician license preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Must have five years experience in the areas of general mechanics and HVAC and equipment controls maintenance and repair.

OTHER: Must have a valid driver's license and be able to read, write, and understand English.

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB:

Strong computer skills are required. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex problems in various HVAC/R systems. Ability to read blueprints and complex wiring diagrams. Knowledge of BMS beyond the graphics level. Interacts with Laboratory staff in the performance of duties.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

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Position ID: 01335

Environment

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned biomedical research institution in New York. It has shaped contemporary biomedical research and is the home of eight Nobel Prize laureates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provides a highly dynamic and interactive research environment and also a unique opportunity of timely exposure to advances in various biomedical research fields and of interaction with a broad range of researchers from all over the world through its renowned Meetings and Courses program. We believe that science is for everyone and our researchers have a wide variety of backgrounds

Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our CSHL Benefits sites to learn more. The hourly rate for this role is $29.95-$37.24. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

CSHL is an EO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor