HVAC Technician

Performs diagnostic evaluations, preventative maintenance and HVAC repairs related to the university's building systems and related components, including but not limited to the maintenance, inspection and testing of HVAC systems, HVAC control systems, building mechanical systems (BMS), refrigeration, as well as electrical and plumbing systems, and their associated equipment and instrumentation

• Performs HVAC maintenance work and preventative maintenance across the campus
• Trouble shoots and diagnoses the cause of problems and/or failures in heating/air conditioning systems to identify equipment and/or systems repair or replacement needs
• Conducts inspections for HVAC systems and their components (e.g. heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilation units, etc.), evaluating condition and identifying necessary repairs and make recommendations for corrective maintenance or replacement, as appropriate
• Maintains mechanical equipment in proper working order and reviews and executes appropriate safety protocols
• Responds to HVAC maintenance emergencies and conducts routine building inspections to make sure the university systems are operating efficiently
• Performs other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Moderate amount of experience working in HVAC Mechanical, Controls and Building Management Systems, troubleshooting and diagnostics or other related experience
• Valid U.S. driver's license
• RI Refrigeration Journeyperson II (RJ2) or Pipefitter Journeyperson II (PJ2) license or willingness to obtain upon hire

• EPA Certification

Qualified candidates must live or relocate to live within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnic and national origin, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Advertised: 14 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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