Senior Building Systems Technician – HVAC & Facilities

Gannon University; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gannon University's Ruskin campus seeks a Senior Maintenance / Building Systems Technician to lead on-site maintenance and oversee preventive and corrective tasks across campus facilities. You will diagnose, repair, and coordinate HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems, ensuring safe, functional spaces for students and staff.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong knowledge of commercial building systems, and collaboration with the Director of Operations and contractors as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade education strongly preferred.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in commercial/institutional facilities maintenance or similar.
• Experience troubleshotting HVAC/mechanical systems and performing routine preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on campus facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and coordinate HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems; liaise with contractors as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and work-order records; support safety and building condition inspections.
• Provide on-site coordination for contractors and ensure work is completed to standards.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Building maintenance

Electrical safety

Plumbing basics

Hand and power tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade education preferred

Tools

CMMS

BAS (Building Automation Systems)

Job description

Gannon University's Ruskin campus seeks a Senior Maintenance / Building Systems Technician to lead on-site maintenance and oversee preventive and corrective tasks across campus facilities. You will diagnose, repair, and coordinate HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems, ensuring safe, functional spaces for students and staff.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong knowledge of commercial building systems, and collaboration with the Director of Operations and contractors as