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Offer: Refrigeration HVAC/r Technician or Sr. Technician:

Job description:


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Full Time
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Immediately
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Troy, NY
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3/14/25

 

Refrigeration HVAC/r Technician or Sr. Technician

Who we are
Why Rensselaer?   Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world's fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-located quantum computer in the world. 
With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth.

Job Summary
The HVAC/r Technician, Sr. will plan and perform complex and diversified tasks for maintenance, repair and installation of refrigeration, air conditioning, chilled water, heating and ventilation systems and connected controls. Participates in on-call rotation in conformity with standard operating procedures.
   »Refrigeration Emphasis : The technician will troubleshoot and repair refrigeration systems, including air conditioning and cooling units. This involves covering issues like leaks, electrical faults, and mechanical problems in these systems to ensure optimal cooling performance.
   »Skill Level : Refrigeration work in this function requires foundational expertise of refrigeration systems and basic troubleshooting skills to restore functionality.

Minimum Qualifications
   » H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
   » Thorough expertise of HVAC/r equipment, controls, and operating strategies acquired through a minimum of five (5) years of related and progressively more responsible practice. (this job offer has an emphasis on refrigeration practice)
OR
   » Associate's Degree in HVAC/r
   » Four (4) years of related and progressively responsible practice to include:
   » HVAC and control system installation and maintenance practice
   » EPA Refrigeration Certification to handle EPA Type 1 and 2 or Universal refrigerant within 120 days of hire. (this job offer has an emphasis on refrigeration practice)
AND
   » All candidates must have 
   » Valid US driver's license required
   » Must have the capability to be medically qualified for respirator use
candidates must meet stated minimum education and practice requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum expertise, Skills, and Abilities
• Demonstrated fundamental expertise of basic refrigeration systems
• capability to troubleshoot, repair, and tune small boilers, furnaces, heat pumps
• capability to identify and resolve problems in field
• Demonstrated capability to evaluate and diagnose basic electrical circuits
• capability to read and interpret blue prints, pneumatic prints, digital flow charts, schematic drawings and control diagrams
• capability to utilize electrical, pneumatic and digital control systems and applications
• capability to use networked building management systems
• capability to operate and make basic adjustments to reciprocating and centrifugal chillers
• capability to maintain control air compressors
• capability to use hand tools and power tools
• capability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and lifts
• Excellent customer relation skills
• capability to work independently and as a team member
• capability to operate a computer using standard office software and industry specific software

Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

TravelLocal travel between campus locations only

Driving
Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting income/Rate
Expected hiring range:  
Hiring range for HVAC/r - min $25 - max $27
Hiring range for Sr. HVAC/r - min $29 - max $35 per hour
To be considered for the Sr. HVAC/r Technician position, an individual must demonstrate advanced expertise and skills in HVAC/r systems, including complex repairs, troubleshooting, and maintenance of a wide variety of equipment. This includes practice with centrifugal, reciprocating, and screw chillers, as well as the capability to independently evaluate and resolve complex issues. The Sr. Technician should also have a strong proficiency in utilizing building management systems and troubleshooting electrical circuits. Additionally, they must exhibit leadership abilities qualities by supervising and guiding external contractors, ensuring high-quality work, and contributing to continuous improvement in operational efficiency.
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate's income will be determined located on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, practice, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: careers@rpi.edu
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide reliable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit .
 

Rensselaer is committed to the cultivation of a community that is welcoming, inclusive, and above all values learning. We welcome candidates who bring a variety of perspectives to Rensselaer's work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, discapability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.

 
 
 

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Job Category: Health Services [ View All Health Services Jobs ]
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Job Location: Troy, NY, Other
Address: Troy, NY
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 03/15/2025 / Viewed 10 times
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