On-Call Campus HVAC & Refrigeration Tech I

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an HVAC & Refrigeration Mechanic I to install, maintain, operate, repair and initiate repairs on building HVAC and refrigeration systems, including controls and related devices, using diagnostic equipment.

The role involves mentoring staff, responding as first responder to control system issues, documenting work in maintenance history, coordinating with engineering and contractors, and supporting energy management campus-wide.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Refrigeration License required.
• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline plus 2 years in the trade.
• Possession of a valid Class D Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, repair HVAC and refrigeration systems including controls and related components.
• Serve as first responder for control systems troubleshooting and repairs campus-wide.
• Document all maintenance in equipment history files and support energy management systems.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Control systems knowledge

Diagnostic testing

Safety practices

Independent work

Education

Massachusetts Refrigeration License

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline

Class D Driver's License

Tools

Metasys certification

CFC certification

Chillers 30 ton+ knowledge

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking an HVAC & Refrigeration Mechanic I to install, maintain, operate, repair and initiate repairs on building HVAC and refrigeration systems, including controls and related devices, using diagnostic equipment.

The role involves mentoring staff, responding as first responder to control system issues, documenting work in maintenance history, coordinating with engineering and contractors, and supporting energy management campus-wide.