Job Information
Elmira College HVAC Technician in Elmira, New York
Elmira College is a private liberal arts College located in the Finger Lakes region of New York. We are seeking a full-time HVAC technician to join the Facilities team. An HVAC Technician is responsible for the daily operation of both the heating and cooling systems at Elmira College and other locations or buildings owned or operated by Elmira College.Essential Duties and Responsibilities•Diagnose, repair, replace, and maintain residential and commercial forced air heaters and hydronic boilers and steam boilers.•Diagnose, repair, replace and maintain air conditioning units ranging from one-ton units up to 250-ton chiller units.•Diagnose, repair, replace and maintain commercial kitchen equipment and refrigeration units.•Diagnose, repair, replace and maintain chilled water loops including cooling towers and air-cooled condenser units.Required Qualifications•Flexible schedule to oversee possible night and weekend events;•Possess a high school diploma or GED;•3+ years of experience preferred•Certified HVAC Technician preferred•A valid driver's license with acceptable driving history as required by College's liability insurance underwriter;•Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail•Ability and experience in using basic hand tools;•Ability to work independently with minimal supervisionWork Location: Elmira College Campus (NOT remote)Shift: Schedule is first shift, M-F, with rotating on-call schedule which may result in occasional overtime on nights or weekendsCompensationIn exchange for your skills and experience, Elmira College will provide you with:•Tuition waiver for you and your dependents•College-paid Short-term disability Insurance•College-paid group term life insurance•Generous retirement matching after 1 year of service•Medical, Dental, and Vision Options•15+ paid holidays including the entire week of Thanksgiving and Winter Break/New Year’s•Generous Sick and Vacation time accruals•Free counseling for you and your family through the College-paid Employee Assistance Program•Base pay of $24.00 per hourWorking ConditionsHVAC Technicians will work in all weather conditions inside and outside all year round. Work performed will take place in a Campus environment which includes offices, classrooms, and residential areas (dorms and common areas). Will work directly around chemicals, dust, and fumes, along with hot surfaces and high voltage power. Ability to walk, stand, lift, push, pull, reach, bend, finger dexterity, and read instructions, with or without a reasonable accommodation.TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to personnel@elmira.edu, or by fax to 607-735-1701. In lieu of a resume, paper applications are available in the Office of Human Resources, McGraw Hall, room 115, or by emailing hr@elmira.edu.If you require alternative methods of application or screening, please contact the Office of Human Resources directly by emailing hr@elmira.edu, or by calling 607-735-1810.Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.EOE STATEMENTElmira College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of its community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, gender identity or expression, disability, or sexual orientation in our educational programs and activities or our employment practices.
Minimum Salary: 21 Maximum Salary: 24 Salary Unit: Hourly