Operations & Maintenance Technician (HVAC)

LotusWorks; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Training and Education Assistance

401k Retirement Plan

Extra Annual Leave with Years of Servi

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Recognition Rewards

Job summary

LotusWorks is seeking an O&M Technician (HVAC) to ensure reliable operation of critical HVAC systems in a mission-critical environment. You will monitor, troubleshoot, and perform preventative and corrective maintenance on air handlers, rooftops, chillers, and related equipment.

Join a team focused on environmental compliance and system reliability. Requirements include 2+ years of HVAC experience, BMS/HMI familiarity, and EPA Universal Refrigerant license or equivalent; a 2-year HVAC degree is

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating and maintaining HVAC systems in a mission-critical environment.
• Experience working with BMS and HMI systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor HVAC systems using the Building Management System (BMS) and perform routine field rounds and readings.
• Ensure environmental compliance and maintain system operating parameters through continuous monitoring.
• Troubleshoot systems using HMI historical trends, alarms, and event data.
• Identify, diagnose, and correct equipment and system issues in a timely manner.
• Log equipment issues and maintenance activities in maintenance tracking software.
• Perform and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Maintain and service equipment including air handlers, exhaust fans, rooftop units, chillers, cooling towers, and compressed air systems.
• Execute sustaining plant operations including equipment/system rotations and coordination of planned outages.
• Support continuous system performance and operational reliability.
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills

HVAC experience in mission-critical

BMS/HMI systems

Troubleshooting

Education

2-year HVAC degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

EPA Universal Refrigerant License

Job description

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.

The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Technician (HVAC) is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation, monitoring, and maintenance of critical HVAC systems in a mission-critical environment. This role involves hands‑on equipment maintenance, system monitoring via Building Management Systems (BMS), troubleshooting, and coordination of preventative and corrective maintenance activities to maintain optimal system performance and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor HVAC systems using the Building Management System (BMS) and perform routine field rounds and readings.
• Ensure environmental compliance and maintain system operating parameters through continuous monitoring.
• Troubleshoot systems using HMI historical trends, alarms, and event data.
• Identify, diagnose, and correct equipment and system issues in a timely manner.
• Log equipment issues and maintenance activities in maintenance tracking software.
• Perform and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Maintain and service equipment including air handlers, exhaust fans, rooftop units, chillers, cooling towers, and compressed air systems.
• Execute sustaining plant operations including equipment/system rotations and coordination of planned outages.
• Support continuous system performance and operational reliability.
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills Required:

• 2+ years of experience operating and maintaining HVAC systems in a mission‑critical environment.
• Experience working with BMS and HMI systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Education / Licenses / Certifications

• 2-year HVAC degree, Mechanical Engineering degree, Universal Refrigerant License (EPA Certification), or equivalent relevant experience.
• Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, Short‑Term, Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Training and Education Assistance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Recognition Rewards

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Hourly Rate

$35 — $45 USD

LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.