MAINTENANCE MECHANIC II, BUMC Facilities Management

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC II, BUMC Facilities Management

Category: Boston University Medical Campus -> Trades

Job Location: Boston, MA, United States

Tracking Code: 26500014430218

Posted Date: 2/20/2026

Salary Grade: Grade 00

Expected Hiring Range: Minimum $34.00 Maximum $45.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

DUTIES:

• Install, service and maintain HVAC systems in residential, academic, laboratory settings and commercial properties.
• Perform routine maintenance and service work on compressors, pumps, exhaust fans, air handlers, boilers, steam condensate systems, chillers, and computer room air conditioners.
• Replace motors, belts, pumps, filters, bearings, shafts and adjust drivers as needed.
• Maintain cooling towers.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems on both routine and emergency basis.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC control systems including chillers, boilers, packaged roof tops, AHUs, VAVs, FCUs, FPBs, etc.
• Measure air and water flows and make adjustments.
• Ability to follow and complete work orders and preventative maintenance duties and provide updates on work order status.
• Ability to work efficiently, productively, and with minimal supervision for the benefit of the University community.
• Follow safety precautions with appropriate PPE, providing an environment for personal and public safety.
• Maintain a clean work site and area that minimally interferes with university operations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Actively Enrolled and 1 year completed in apprenticeship program for HVAC or Plumbing Trade.
• Ability to identify and order all parts as required to complete HVAC work.
• Ability to braze, silver solder, and work with black iron pipe.
• Ability to diagnose electrical problems on low voltage systems.
• Ability to lay out new piping and make repairs on existing systems.
• Ability to work from ladders and lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work with Direct Digital Control systems.
• Ability to diagnose steam trap problems.
• Basic arithmetic and measurement skills.
• Must have and maintain valid Massachusetts driver's license and daily use of an automobile.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency.
• Safely operate power tools and maintenance equipment (e.g., Pro-press).
• Ability to adhere to all University policies and procedures.
• Ability to speak, read, understand, and write fluently in the English language.
• Knowledge of basic safety procedures.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Massachusetts Journeyman Plumbing license or Apprenticeship.
• Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician license or Apprenticeship.
• Massachusetts Electrical license or Apprenticeship.
• Massachusetts Pipe Fitter license or Apprenticeship.
• Massachusetts Oil Burner license or Apprenticeship.
• Massachusetts Journeyman Sheet Metal license or Apprenticeship.
• EPA recovery license.

Job Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Salary Grade: $34.00-$45.00