Mechanical HVAC Technician

Posting Details

Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a “most livable city” by Forbes and is minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away.

Dickinson College offers full-time employees a broad range of benefits, including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee’s base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee’s retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee.

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Position Department

Facilities Management - Trades - Mechanical

Job Summary/Basic Function

Responsible for maintaining, repairing and installing a variety of heating, air conditioning, ventilation and refrigeration equipment. As well as some electrical equipment/alarm systems.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain, repair and install a variety of heating, air conditioning, ventilation and refrigeration equipment/including, but not limited to:  centrifugal chillers, reciprocating chillers, cooling towers, large air handlers, split system cooling/heat pump systems, window air conditioners, ice makers, walk-in coolers and freezers, pumps, large gas/oil steam and hot water boilers and other associated equipment.

• Keep detailed records of materials and labor time. Input data into work order system.

• Interpret mechanical plans and specifications, and be able to work effectively with a minimum of supervision in a client-oriented service environment.

• Responsible for maintaining pneumatic, electric and electronic control systems; operate and maintain the building automation system.

Required:

High School Diploma or GED

3-5 years of work experience

This position requires a valid driver's license for the operation of a company-owned, rented or leased vehicle.

EEO/Diversity Statement:    

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.