Job Description
Department:
Mechanical and Electrical Services
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Employee Type:
Job Summary:
The HVAC Technician will be responsible for maintenance and repair
of all mechanical systems and temperature control work at the
College. This is a full-time permanent position with benefits. Must
work in a positive, cooperative manner with other departmental
personnel and the Colby community. The HVAC Technician reports to
the Supervisor of Mechanical and Electrical Services.
The starting rate for this position is $24.00 per hour.
Essential Functions
To be successful in this position, an individual should be able to
perform the essential duties and bring the education, experience,
knowledge, skills, and abilities that support the role. This list
of duties is intended to be representative rather than exhaustive,
and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Follow all safety rules and procedures.
- Safely operates tools and equipment necessary to perform job
duties.
- Works in a positive, cooperative manner with other departmental
personnel. The ability to work with members of the diverse Colby
community as necessary.
Responds to emergency calls as necessary. Must be able to
independently assess situations and form a plan for remedy.
Independently responds to work orders and requests.
Demonstrates communication and leadership skills.
Performs work in a prompt, neat, and careful manner that
displays common sense, planning, and thoughtfulness.
Coordinates work with other shops.
Notifies and/or obtains advice from the Supervisor of
Mechanical and Electrical Supervisor or calls for assistance as may
be appropriate in any situation.
- Inspect, maintain, and service cooling towers, condensers,
compressors, chillers, heat pumps, motors, air handlers, fume
hoods, fans, control systems, and other heating, air conditioning
and refrigeration systems.
- Maintain customer comfort levels in all campus buildings.
- Maintain proper chemical balance on all closed water
systems.
- Maintain pool water chemical balance, temperatures, and
associated equipment
- Maintain Energy Management System including, repairs,
scheduling, and troubleshooting. Schedule equipment, start/stop
equipment, and perform other EMS responsibilities as
assigned.
- Maintain all PM records and CMMS records/updates.
- Maintain refrigerant logs and disposal records.
- Identification and tagging of all new equipment
installed.
- Support other trades as required and assist with heating,
cooling, plumbing, electrical and other similar problems.
- Make recommendations to the supervisor regarding improvements
and problems.
- Maintain the tools, equipment, and mechanical areas in a clean,
neat, orderly condition.
Position Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid Maine Driver’s License required. Must have at least one
of the following applicable licenses: Universal Refrigerant
License, Maine State Limited Electrical License or better, Maine
State Oil Burners License.
- Mechanical knowledge and ability in the operation, maintenance,
adjustment and service of the mechanical equipment and systems
generally used in institutional buildings.
- Knowledge and ability in the maintenance and repair of plumbing
systems.
- HVAC control systems experience, pneumatic and DDC.
- Experience with water to air, and water to water heat pumps
required.
- Ability to read and understand plans specifications, and other
technical documentation and ability to quickly learn new
systems.
- Computer skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications or Skills:
- Additional post-secondary education is desired, such as
associate degree, related college courses, seminars, certificates,
or other documented training.
- Geothermal heat pump experience is a plus.
Physical/Mental Demands
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described
herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform essential functions of this position and/or
may be encountered while performing essential functions. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
- To perform this role effectively, an employee is expected to
handle employee information, documents, and sensitive matters with
care, professionalism, and respect for privacy.
- This position involves working with a variety of timelines,
including some that require quick turnaround and responsiveness to
urgent needs.
- In this role, the employee will interact with members of the
public and others in a variety of situations and conversations.
Presenting oneself in a professional, respectful, and thoughtful
manner at all times is an important part of the role.
- This position includes regular movement throughout office
spaces, hallways, meeting rooms, and other campus locations.
- Daily work will involve extended use of a computer, including
keyboard and mouse
- Physical requirements differ by position. In general, most
roles involve lifting up to 10 pounds regularly, with some
positions requiring occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds.
- Vision requirements for this position include the ability to
see clearly at close and far distances and to adjust focus as
needed.
- The work environment is dynamic and engaging, often involving
multiple tasks and projects that require shifting focus and strong
organizational skills..
- The noise level is generally moderate; however, there may be
occasional moments of louder sounds depending on campus
activity.
Colby College supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and is
committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
the position.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the
“Apply Now” button on the Colby College website. Please upload a
cover letter and resume to your application.
