Maintenance HVAC Technician

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Maintenance HVAC Technician Classification Title Department Campus Operations Work Location ALL SITES Duties

SUMMARY

Under direction, the Maintenance HVAC Technician is responsible for the inspection, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of the College's commercial heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and related control systems. This position ensures campus HVAC systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes, manufacturer recommendations, and environmental regulations. The HVAC Technician supports the College's mission by maintaining comfortable, safe, and reliable learning and working environments for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Receive work assignments, work orders, and preventive maintenance schedules from the Maintenance Supervisor or Lead Maintenance Mechanic.
• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install commercial HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including rooftop units, air handling units, split systems, boilers, chillers, pumps, exhaust systems, unit heaters, VAV systems, cooling towers, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to maximize equipment reliability, efficiency, and service life.
• Install, repair, and replace compressors, motors, bearings, belts, fans, coils, dampers, valves, heat exchangers, controls, and other HVAC components.
• Recover, evacuate, charge, and handle refrigerants in accordance with EPA regulations and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC electrical control circuits, low-voltage controls, motors, relays, contactors, sensors, actuators, and variable frequency drives associated with HVAC equipment.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and make routine adjustments to the College's Building Automation System (BAS) to maintain occupant comfort and improve energy efficiency.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, control schematics, equipment specifications, and technical manuals.
• Perform start-up, testing, balancing verification, and operational inspections of HVAC equipment following repairs or installation.
• Monitor boiler and hydronic water systems, perform water testing, maintain treatment logs, and coordinate chemical treatment as required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, equipment documentation, and preventive maintenance records using the College's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Coordinate HVAC-related work with contractors, vendors, and other Facilities personnel as needed.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, state and local building codes, and College safety policies.
• Participate in the department's on-call rotation and respond to HVAC-related emergencies outside normal working hours.
• Maintain assigned tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
• Perform other departmental duties as assigned and may provide technical guidance and training to maintenance personnel assigned to assist with HVAC-related projects.

Education/Experience

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Technology OR an equivalent combination of technical education, industry certifications, and documented training.
• Successful completion of a recognized HVAC apprenticeship program.
• Minimum of five (5) years of current journey-level commercial HVAC experience performing installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC systems.
• Experience with commercial building automation systems is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

Required:

• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to qualify as insurable under the College's insurance carrier.

Preferred:

Building Automation System (BAS) training or certification (such as Johnson Controls Metasys or comparable system).

Boiler operation or water treatment certification.

HVAC manufacturer training or industry certifications relevant to commercial equipment.

Qualifications

In addition to the above requirements, the following are sought:

• Thorough knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, refrigeration systems, hydronic systems, boilers, chillers, and associated controls.
• Working knowledge of electrical troubleshooting related to HVAC equipment, including low-voltage and line-voltage control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, control sequences, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency using diagnostic instruments, testing equipment, and HVAC service tools.
• Knowledge of Building Automation Systems and the ability to monitor, troubleshoot, and perform routine programming adjustments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, contractors, vendors, and other College personnel.
• Commitment to workplace safety, customer service, and continuous improvement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, bend, and work in confined spaces. The employee frequently works at heights and may be required to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The on site work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and may involve exposure to mechanical equipment, moving machinery, electrical systems, refrigerants, chemicals, hot and cold environments, noise, dust, and other conditions commonly associated with commercial HVAC maintenance. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required.

Participation in an on-call rotation and occasional evening or weekend work is required to respond to emergencies and support campus operations.

Position Status Full Time Hours

General Hours/Days

7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Participation in an on-call rotation and occasional evening or weekend work is required to respond to emergencies and support campus operations.

Training days/hours may be different for training

Hours may be adjusted

Salary/Wage $50.52/hour (plus exceptional benefits) Hourly/Salary Hourly Benefits

Benefit-Eligible FT Support Staff Position

Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for benefit eligible employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:

Health, Dental, Vision

Life insurance; Optional life

Disability insurance;

Tuition reimbursement

MVCC Tuition waiver

SURS Retirement plan

Vacation Days

Holidays

Sick Leave

Personal days

Bereavement days

Tax-sheltered annuity plans

Visit our site to learn more about specific benefits and eligibility criterion for this Support Staff position/category: morainevalley.edu/hr

Review of Applications Begins 10/09/2026 Position Type Support/Hourly Staff

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SS00638P Open Date 10/01/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Please apply online with required materials prior to review date for best consideration. Please completely fill out the application with resume and cover letter.

hr@morainevalley.edu

708-974-5704

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Chicago Tribune

• HigherEdJobs

• InsideHigherEd

• Chronicle of Higher Education

• MVCC Website/Posting

• Employee of MVCC

• Other

• No Response

• • Are you a State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant and currently receiving a monthly annuity?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have the minimum of a high school diploma or high school equivalency (GED) AND are 18 years of age or older?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have an Associate's degree in HVAC- Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) Technology - OR - an equivalent combination of technical education, industry certifications, and documented training?

• Yes, I meet this requirement and it is clearly noted on my resume

• No, I do not meet this requirement

• • Do you have the required minimum of five (5) years of current journey-level commercial HVAC experience performing installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC systems?

• Yes, I meet this requirement and it is clearly noted on my resume

• No, I don't meet this requirement

• Please list the certifications you possess:

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Document