Union HVAC Technician

ABM industries; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Local 877 membership after hire

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

ABM Industries is hiring an HVAC Technician to maintain commercial HVAC systems across a multi-floor building. You will work with clients, engineering leadership and vendors to ensure asset performance and client satisfaction.

The role requires 3–4 years of HVAC experience, licenses, and permits. Union benefits and Local 877 membership apply after hire; strong safety and documentation practices are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-4 years related HVAC experience.
• Mass Refrigeration License required.
• Universal CFC and EPA certifications required.
• Technical school in HVAC or Mechanical Tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues in HVACs.
• Perform rounds, preventative, reactive maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with energy conservation strategies.
• Chiller and Boiler experience preferred.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and fire/safety practices.
• Keep basic activity records and reports.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Electrical knowledge

CMMS software

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school HVAC

Mass Refrigeration License

Universal CFC/EPA certifications

Wastewater Treatment License preferred

Tools

Ladders and rigging equipment

Job description

Overview

Shift: Tuesday-Saturday 7am-330pm.

Pay: $49.21

The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on applicant's experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefits: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members

Excellent Union Benefits

Local 877 membership required after hire

Responsibilities

The HVAC Technician is responsible for ensuring that the Heating, Venting, and Air Conditioning systems of a commercial, multi-floor building are maintained and operating in optimum condition. This role involves working directly with clients, engineering leadership, and vendors to deliver top-tier asset management and ensure client satisfaction through strong communication, administrative, and organizational skills.

Install/maintain HVAC systems.

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues within HVAC systems


• Perform rounds, reactive, preventative and repair maintenance tasks


• Perform preventative maintenance tasks


• Assist with energy conservation strategy


• Chiller & Boiler Experience preferred


• Ensure adherence to all safety standards as identified by engineering leadership and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards


• Learn, understand, and comply with fire, safety, and other emergency practices


• Keep simple written records of activities performed and complete basic reports


• Maintain good working relations with other staff and client contacts and employees


• Work in confined areas


• Work independently and effectively with minimal supervision while under pressure and within strict time constraints.


• Work assigned shifts and overtime as needed


• Return all work areas to a clean, neat, orderly, and safe condition


• Inform supervisor of any condition observed to be unsafe


• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).


• Minimum of 3-4 years of related experience.


• Mass Refrigeration License required


• Wastewater Treatment License preferred


• Technical school graduate in HVAC or Mechanical Technology preferred.


• Universal CFC and EPA certifications required.


• Proficient in all general HVAC concepts.


• Proficient in HVAC maintenance


• Chiller & Boiler Experience preferred


• Knowledgeable of the equipment, tools and materials used in HVAC services and building maintenance.


• Prior experience in troubleshooting with excellence


• May require shift work, overtime and/or on call duties. Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device.


• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead others


• Able to communicate verbally and in writing


• Knowledge of CMMS software processes and systems.


• Ability to read and understand blueprints and other technical documentation.


• Ability to read and understand wiring diagrams, blueprints, and other technical documentation.

REQNUMBER: 163518

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