This position will be responsible for the installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of HVAC equipment and controls. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor or other Manager, the HVAC Mechanic “A” will lead the daily operation of the HVAC shop at the College. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operates, maintains, and repairs water and oil pumps, water analysis and chemical treatment systems, air compressors, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical controls, refrigeration, heating, cooling and ventilating equipment, filters, condensers, cooling towers, evaporators, and heat exchangers
• Responds to HVAC system complaints, performs troubleshooting of systems and provides feedback to College community on progress
• Installs electric power, piping, controls and duct work to replace, maintain or to install new equipment.
• Maintains logs and prepares written reports to Supervisor, as appropriate
• Monitor and oversee College and contractor staff, as needed
• Attends training sessions and meetings to stay current on all trade, College, and regulatory requirements
• Maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of department spaces
• Prepares list of materials required to maintain inventory and complete projects
• Must respond to emergencies and maintenance tasks, as required, which may include working off-hours or holidays
• Reports to the College during closures and assists with snow and ice clearing operations, as needed
• Performs any other duties or task as may be assigned

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Annual Salary ranges from $57,500-$72,500.
• NJ Educators Health Plan with free Vision and Dental. NJ State Pension plan.
• 15 vacation days, 15 sick days, 4 personal days, 2 floating holidays, all designated holidays and 5 non-designated holidays a year. 
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities for staff and their family 6 months after hire.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  High School diploma or equivalent required. Vocational School education or an appropriate apprenticeship preferred. Completion of a Journeyman level training program in HVAC/R or associate’s degree in HVAC/R

Experience:

• Minimum of Six years’ experience maintaining and repairing sophisticated air conditioning systems including electric/pneumatic controls, high capacity centrifugal refrigeration equipment and roof top units.
• Must be EPA Certified Universal Technician in accordance with Section 608 to handle CFCs, HCFCs, and HFCs
• Must have NJ Blue Seal Refrigeration
• Must have or obtain a Certified Pool Operator certificate within 6 months of hire
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Experience working in a diverse team setting
• Embodies a “culture of safety” in all tasks 

Physical expectations for this position are:

• Prolonged periods walking, standing, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, or kneeling on uneven surfaces
• Physically able to operate powered equipment and tools
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
• Able to work in unconditioned, noisy, dimly light, confined, and odorous spaces, including the ability to work in variable and sometimes extreme weather conditions such as rain, snow, storms, heat, cold, and other weather indigenous to the area
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to climb a ladder and work at heights for extended periods of time

About Bergen Community College

Founded in 1965 to satisfy the region’s need for a convenient, affordable and comprehensive higher education destination, Bergen Community College now enrolls nearly 17,000 students in its academic degree programs. The College’s three sites in Paramus (main campus), Hackensack (Ciarco Learning Center) and Lyndhurst (Bergen Community College at the Meadowlands) serve more than 32,000 students in degree, continuing education and adult education programs.

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