Senior HVAC Technician

Washington College; Chestertown (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington College in Chestertown, MD seeks a Senior HVAC Technician to operate, maintain, and expand our geothermal, steam, and VRF systems. The role requires hands-on expertise and a commitment to safety.

Responsibilities include installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, diagnosing faults, documenting findings, and providing on-site training. EPA and NATE certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of HVAC experience.
• EPA and NATE certifications required.
• Strong communication and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Installing, maintaining and repairing HVAC systems as described.
• Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults.
• Cleaning, adjusting and repairing geothermal, steam and VRF systems.
• Providing technical direction and on-the-job training.

Skills

Reading schematics

HVAC systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety procedures

Driving license

Flexibility

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

EPA Certified

NATE Certification

Job description

• Proficient in reading schematics.

Here at Washington College, we are the leading liberal arts college on the east coast located in iconic Chestertown Maryland. We are hiring an experienced Senior HVAC Technician to help us operate, maintain, and expand our building and energy related HVAC platform consisting of geothermal, steam, and VRF systems. If you are a resolute and ambitious individual, Washington College is an excellent place to grow your career.

Essential Functions

• Performing maintenance and repairs on commercial HVAC systems including but not limited to, gas and oil furnaces, hydronic boilers, heat pumps, air conditioners, ductless systems and geothermal.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair and perform system maintenance.
• Thoroughly document findings and present reports to management team.
• Complete assigned service calls and maintain communication with team throughout the shift.
• Knowledge of various refrigerant types, gases, electrical voltages.
• Participate in continued HVAC training.
• Ensuring code compliance and follow all safety procedures and practices.

Qualifications

• Understanding of advanced principles of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration.
• Working knowledge of hydronic systems.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in reading schematics.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Goal-oriented.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule accommodate the needs of the organization.
• Clean driving history and valid Driver's License.
• Clean criminal background history and pre-employment drug screen.
• Energetic, positive, and self-motivated.

Duties And Responibilites

• Installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment.
• Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults for HVAC systems.
• Cleaning, adjusting, and repairing systems included but not limited to; water source heat pumps, geothermal systems, ductless split systems, fan coil units, and steam coils.
• Providing technical direction and on-the-job training.

Education

• High school diploma, GED or suitable equivalent.
• EPA Certified.
• NATE Certified A+

Experieince

• 7+ year experience as an HVAC technician, and willingness to continue education in HVAC field.

Working Conditions/ Physical Demands

• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in elevated spaces.
• Ability to work in attics and tight spaces.
• Ability to work in a multitude of weather conditions.

Salary $32 - $34 Hourly