HVAC Maintenance Technician

HVAC Maintenance Technician

American University is a student‑centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly‑ranked schools, internationally‑renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

The HVAC Maintenance Technician position ensures a safe, functional, clean, efficient and attractive living and learning environment. The role leads and assists in the evaluation, maintenance, repair and replacement of mechanical systems, HVAC equipment and related systems. This position performs corrective and preventive maintenance and minor alteration work and may oversee temporary labor and/or other tradespersons or contractors as required. It often works independently under general supervision.

This technician is part of a maintenance team of trade persons responsible for a defined set of buildings on campus, but may also be required to perform work in and around other buildings. Teams consist of about 6-16 persons who are part of Facilities Operations and respond to work orders. The position reports directly to a Building Maintenance Supervisor.

• Troubleshoots problems with mechanical/HVAC systems, building automation systems, HVAC and related equipment, makes major or minor corrective repairs as required.
• Performs inspections and planned maintenance on air handling units, pumps, fan coils, steam converters, variable air volume units, DX units, window air conditioning, exhaust fans and related equipment to maintain safe, functional and efficient operation.
• Installs new mechanical or HVAC equipment, reconditions equipment to improve reliability and extend service life, and develops initial proposals for energy conservation projects in existing facilities.
• Provides technical expertise and actively contributes to campus building system commissioning and sustainability efforts. Frequently leads field personnel in routine or complex system checks, diagnostics or calibrations on building HVAC systems.

• Serving Customers.
• Prioritizing and Organizing.
• Supporting Coworkers.
• Acquiring and Analyzing Information.
• Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.
• Driving Continuous Improvement.
• Acting Strategically.
• Championing Customer Needs.

• Full‑time.
• 40 hours per week.

• $35.21 - $42.26 per hour.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• HVAC License or Certification.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience.

• Associate's degree.
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding and at heights of 40 feet or more, and lift 50 lbs preferred.

• All university trade positions are expected to perform duties other.rooms or otherwise determined by the university.
• Facilities Management is a diverse team‑oriented organization where employees actively support each other’s success.
• Collaboration and cooperation are Invitation to all employees.
• Successful FM employees contribute to our ability to support each other and our customers.
• Maintain a valid スライド driver's license with fewer than 2 points.

AU offers a competitiveแลนด์ benefits package.  to learn more about American University's unique benefit options.

• Hiring offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
• Employees in staff positions must deliver services from either DC, MD or VA, or perform work on‑site at the university.
• Please note job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties and responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.
• American University is an E‑Verify employer Saul.

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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or other so‑called "Protected Bases" in its programs and activities.