School HVAC Maintenance Technician – Campus Systems

The Pennington School; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life, short-term and long-term/disabil

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

The Pennington School is seeking a Maintenance Technician - HVAC to oversee the school's heating and cooling systems and ensure safe, reliable operation across campus.

The role reports to the assistant director of Operations and requires NJ licensure, EPA refrigerant certification, and a commitment to safety. Hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 403(b) plan.

Qualifications

• EPA refrigerant handling certification.
• NJ Black Seal license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years HVAC maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license.
• Ability to obtain/maintain CDL with endorsements, if applicable.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and work with supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Performs light maintenance of HVAC systems and preventative maintenance.
• Responds to emergency calls for system or equipment failure.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and orders parts to ensure safe operation.
• Reads blueprints and documents work with sketches as needed.
• Maintains logs for HVAC equipment and keeps mechanical room orderly.
• Manages building controls systems and coordinates with supervisor.
• Delivers on-time service to students, faculty, and staff.
• Oversees maintenance across campus and supports department needs.

Skills

EPA refrigerant certification

NJ Black Seal license

Valid NJ driver's license

CDL endorsements (as applicable)

Safety oriented

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Pennington School is seeking a Maintenance Technician - HVAC to oversee the school's heating and cooling systems and ensure safe, reliable operation across campus.

The role reports to the assistant director of Operations and requires NJ licensure, EPA refrigerant certification, and a commitment to safety. Hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and a 403(b) plan.