Senior HVAC Technician

Sodexo; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Training & advancement

Benefits package

Site-specific perks

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Senior HVAC Technician to lead hands-on maintenance at WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA. You will install, service, and repair HVAC systems, ensuring safety and adherence to schedules. The role involves on-site work with varied shifts and potential training of junior staff.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of related experience and an EPA CFC Universal Certificate. Benefits include a comprehensive package and opportunities for career growth within a supportive work

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience.
• EPA CFC Universal Certificate required.
• Knowledge of various HVAC systems and controls.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems.
• Monitor and perform preventative maintenance per schedules.
• Respond to issues and troubleshooting on call-outs.
• May train junior technicians on HVAC systems and BAS/BMS.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Team oriented

Safety conscious

Education

EPA CFC Universal Certificate

Tools

BMS

BAS

Job description

Location: WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA - 62231001

Workdays/shifts: Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $24 per hour - $50.56 per hour

University students with restrictions on number of hours they can work, including international students, should apply for open student worker positions at the school they attend. You can search student worker jobs here (https://sodexo.paradox.ai/7nq0G05)

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior HVAC Technician at Sodexo, you are a problem-solver, safety promoter and integral member of the HVAC leadership team. We will rely on your expert knowledge and technical skills to manage the hands‑on portion of the preventative maintenance program. By keeping others safe, your actions have meaningful impact.

Responsibilities include

• Install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems
• Monitor HVAC systems and operations and ensure that routine preventive maintenance performs according to established schedules and standards
• Respond to hot and cold calls, then troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Check, repairs and/or replaces valves, motors, controls, switches, gauges, wiring, fans, pumps, compressors, condensers, cores, pipes, and other functional components of the system
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• May be responsible for training new technicians in commercial HVAC systems, building management systems (BMS) and building automation systems (BAS).
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

What You Bring

• Successful candidates will be team-oriented, adaptable, reliable, and nurturers of a healthy/safe working environment for all.
• 5 or more years of related work experience.
• Holds appropriate license/certification for the specific work to be done in the city and state in which the work will be done. Minimum requirement is EPA CFC Universal Certificate.
• Working knowledge of a variety of HVAC systems, including chilled water systems, variable air, variable refrigerant flow, single/multi-split and other commercial systems.
• May be required to have previous BMS experience if working in a commercial environment.
• Additional Requirements: Not Applicable (N/A)

What We Offer

• Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.
• Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career
• Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.
• In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site‑specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.

Overall, Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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