Facilities HVAC Technician at Siena College

Company Description

Located in Loudonville, New York - just 10 minutes from the state capital of Albany - Siena empowers more than 3,400 students each year through a transformative journey we call the Education for a Lifetime. All members of the Siena College community work together to advance the College's mission to graduate Saints intent on making the world more just, peaceful, and humane. The Franciscan tradition, upon which Siena was founded, permeates throughout campus life. All community members are valued for their unique worth and recognized for their specific contributions toward the greater good. That spirit of belonging and respect reverberates across our 174-acre campus, which is ranked among the 50 most beautiful college campuses in the country by Condé Nast.  

Siena is leading the way in Catholic, liberal arts education, and the national rankings help tell our story. Siena ranks number one in New York for job placement; top 10 among all Catholic colleges in the country; and among the top three percent of all institutions in the U.S according to the Wall Street Journal. It has always been our community of dedicated and passionate Saints who make this campus a coveted destination to work, live, and learn. We hope you'll consider joining us.

Job Description

This position performs a broad range of residential and commercial HVAC work.  Tasking includes the installation, repair and performance of preventative maintenance on the following systems: heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, building automation and laboratory equipment.  This position is also responsible for the installation, repair and PM of equipment including chillers, rooftop units, unitary equipment, water towers, ductless split systems, refrigeration systems, boilers, pumps and other auxiliary equipment.  Inspects and repairs various building components through our work order system and PM program.  All work performed by this position shall comply with state and local building codes.  This position works as a member of a versatile facilities team that performs office/lab fit up work, major maintenance, renovation and minor construction projects.  This position is also expected to assist other trades with construction, repair and maintenance work. Valid NYS Driver's license required. 

 Salary:   $26.24/ hour

*The hiring salary above represent the College’s good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law.

Job Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, associate’s degree preferred, and at least 5 years of general plumbing experience are required for this position. 

Candidates must possess a valid NYS driver’s license and insurability at the time of appointment and must maintain such license and insurability throughout the tenure of employment.

A background screening will be required.

Additional Information

Benefits:

Siena College offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees.  The benefit package currently includes a retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of an eligible participant's compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements, and tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents. Eligible college employees currently enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break. Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to College community lectures and productions, complimentary College gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more. Opportunities for remote work may be available as well.

Siena cares for and values each member of its workforce and actively supports upward mobility. We are a community of Siena Saints, and as we often say, the world needs more Saints.

*Eligibility for individual employee benefits is determined at the time of hire and is subject to the terms and condition of the individual benefit.

Siena College is a Franciscan and Catholic institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission. Siena College is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Siena College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions

Please submit cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references.  http://siena.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=182459