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About the Role

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is seeking skilled HVAC/r professionals to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install campus heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems, with an emphasis on refrigeration. The role involves routine maintenance and complex repairs, depending on the candidate's qualifications. Both positions participate in an on-call rotation to support campus operations and emergency maintenance needs.

Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair HVAC/r equipment, including refrigeration, comfort cooling, heating, air compression, air filtration, and ventilation systems.
Diagnose and resolve refrigeration system issues, including refrigerant leaks, electrical faults, mechanical failures, and equipment malfunctions.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot reciprocating, screw, and centrifugal chillers and associated cooling towers.
Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and assist in developing maintenance procedures.
Recover, handle, and recharge refrigerants in accordance with EPA regulations and documentation requirements.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical, pneumatic, and digital control systems.
Utilize computer-based building management systems to monitor equipment, identify system issues, and make necessary adjustments and repairs.
Assist with the setup and installation of laboratory equipment and specialized HVAC systems.
Evaluate contractor work for quality and provide feedback to supervisors.
Support cooling tower water treatment activities, including testing, chemical monitoring, and maintaining appropriate chemical inventories.
Maintain accurate work orders documenting labor, materials, equipment identification numbers, and completed repairs.
Participate in the on-call rotation and respond to campus maintenance emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
HVAC/r Technician: Minimum of three (3) years of related and progressively responsible HVAC/r experience, or an associate degree in an HVAC/r-related curriculum.
HVAC/r Technician, Sr.: Minimum of five (5) years of related and progressively responsible HVAC/r experience, or an associate degree in an HVAC/r-related curriculum with at least four (4) years of related and progressively responsible experience.
EPA Refrigeration Certification to handle EPA Type I and II or Universal refrigerants, or the ability to obtain the required certification within 120 days of hire.
Valid U.S. driver's license.
Ability to meet medical requirements for respirator use.
Relevant combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Skills

Fundamental knowledge of refrigeration systems and HVAC/r equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair heating, refrigeration, air conditioning, and ventilation equipment.
Ability to identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and basic control system issues.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, pneumatic diagrams, and control diagrams.
Ability to operate and maintain HVAC/r equipment, including boilers, furnaces, heat pumps, chillers, and air compressors.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and lifts.
Ability to utilize computer-based building management systems.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Advanced knowledge of refrigeration systems, HVAC/r equipment, and operating strategies.
Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration system problems.
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and repairing centrifugal, reciprocating, screw, and scroll chillers.
Proficiency with electrical, pneumatic, and digital control systems.
Experience with networked building management systems and advanced system diagnostics.
Knowledge of cooling tower water treatment, chemical monitoring, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Ability to plan and perform complex repairs and provide technical guidance to other technicians.

Location

RPI's campus and ancillary facilities

Work Type

Full-time
On-call rotation

Experience Level

HVAC/r Technician: Minimum of three (3) years of related and progressively responsible HVAC/r experience.
HVAC/r Technician, Sr.: Minimum of five (5) years of related and progressively responsible HVAC/r experience.

Education Level

Associate degree in an HVAC/r-related curriculum
Associate degree or technical training in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC/r) or a related field.

Salary/Compensations

HVAC/r Technician: $24.50–$27.00 per hour.
HVAC/r Technician, Sr.: $27.00–$30.00 per hour.

Benefits

Comprehensive and affordable benefits package.
Comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan.
Comprehensive health and welfare program.

About the Company

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning.
We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's work and campus communities.

Equal Opportunity

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.