HVAC Technician, 1 st Shift Split, Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30am-4pm

HVAC Technician, 1 st Shift Split, Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30am-4pm

Boston College

in Chestnut Hill, MA

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Type: Full-Time

Salary: Rate 41.81

Posted: 08/14/2025

Category: Facilities Management

Military

Boston College Introduction

Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,484 full-time undergraduates and 5,250 graduate and professional students. Ranked 35 among national universities, Boston College has 888 full-time and 1,281 FTE faculty, 2,711 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.5 billion.

Job Description

Req. - HVAC Technician, 1 st Shift Split, Tuesday-Saturday,

7:30am-4pm

Under the direct supervision of the HVAC Shop Supervisor, or other designated personnel, the General Mechanic,

HVAC performs skilled work in the maintenance and repair of refrigeration, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning

systems, and their controls. Much, but not all of this work will be focused on planning, scheduling, performing and

documenting regular Preventative Maintenance but will include reactive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems

smaller than 10 tons/15,000 CFM.

Daily tasks include but not limited to: preventative and reactive maintenance/repairs on air handler units (AHU),

circulator pumps, split HVAC systems, cooling towers and fan coil units. Performs blower assembly repairs including

bearings and motor replacements and pipe removal and replacement.

Utilizes a computerized maintenance work order system to perform all maintenance and provides written (electronic)

records of work completed on a daily basis. Communicates with supervisors, contractors, Work Center and

customers on a continuous basis through multiple means. Employees may perform other duties as assigned. This

position is deemed essential.

Requirements

Required

Minimum of three (3) years recent full-time experience as an HVAC or maintenance mechanic in a facilities setting or

performing work in a residential or commercial setting working for a licensed contractor or maintenance organization

Experience with mechanical piping systems, bearing and shaft assemblies, pump removals and installations

High school diploma/GED graduate

EPA Universal Recovery License

Must be able to read and understand plans, blueprints, and schematics related to trades and mechanical systems

Demonstrated ability to work independently and ability to work from written or verbal instructions

Skilled in the use of equipment and tools used in the HVAC trade

Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license

Ability to assist vendors/contractors as directed by their Supervisor

Maintains appropriate parts and equipment inventory levels to facilitate quick and seamless repairs and maintenance

Demonstrates working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Utilizes tablet and

desktop computer systems to monitor, adjust and trouble systems and to track and report work progress.

Must be able to communicate orally, read, comprehend, write, reason and analyze and perform calculations

Must be able to bend, sit, squat, stand, crawl, walk, climb, push/pull, kneel, handle objects (manual dexterity), reach

above shoulder level, and use fine finger movements

Must be able to lift over 50 pounds

The employee will be subject to the following Environmental Conditions on the job:

o Exposure to excessive noise

o Will be around moving machinery

o Exposure to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity

o Exposure to dust, fumes, gasses

o Will drive motorized equipment

o Will work in confined quarters with proper PPE

Preferred

Experience in a higher education environment a plus

Possessing any trades licenses or certifications in the electrical/mechanical industry (HVAC/Refrigeration, Electrical,

Plumbing, Gas/Oil Boiler Technician Certificate, Sheet Metal Journeyperson, etc.) considered a plus

Building Automation System (BAS) experience a plus

Rate 41.81

Requirements

*Minimum of five year's recent full-time experience as a Massachusetts Journeyman HVAC Mechanic working for a licensed contractor, or maintenance organization

*High school diploma

*Massachusetts Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic's, and Oil Burner Mechanic's license

*Proficient knowledge and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC and Refrigeration systems and controls.

*Must be able to read and understand plans, blueprints, and schematics related to HVAC and refrigeration systems.

*Demonstrated ability to work independently

*Ability to work from written or verbal instructions

*D.D.C controls troubleshooting and repair skills required

*Skills in the use of equipment and tools used in the trade

*Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

Preferred:

*Johnson Controls Metasys experience considered a plus

Closing Statement

Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:

Tuition remission for Employees

Tuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirements

Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Low-Cost Life Insurance

Eligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored 403b Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays Annually

Generous Sick and Vacation Pay

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Boston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.

Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at

Boston College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

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