Must have HVAC Journeymans license, and valid drivers license. Must be able to work 40 hours per week with overtime when necessary, and on-call when necessary. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour Benefits: • Paid time off Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Holidays • On call • Overtime Supplemental Pay: • Bonus pay • Commission pay Education: • High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: • HVAC: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) Work Location: Multiple locations
See More Details >>Salary : $1,272,362.00 - $1,781,286.00 Annually Location : Berea Job Type: Full-Time Division: Operations & Sustainability Department: Repairs and Maint.-E. & G. Budget Opening Date: 09/04/2025 FLSA: Non-Exempt Salary Grade: 8 Labor Supervisor?: No Please note that references provided at the time of application for staff positions will not be contacted until the applicant has been offered the position. Description: Primary roles of this position is to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair HVAC equipment on campus and perform building systems preventive maintenance and repairs. Your Key Responsibilities: Preventive/Building Systems Maintenance Primary tasks and responsibilities: • Perform regularly scheduled preventive maintenance of all building on campus and log findings accordingly. Have work orders issued on follow-up items. • Troubleshoot and perform building systems repairs (ex: air handlers) in accordance to work order requests • Maintain and perform necessary maintenance required for pumps, motors, valves and other associated equipment at each building for the hot and chilled water distribution • Inspect mechanical rooms and building systems and perform required repairs which may require basic electrical, mechanical and/or plumbing skills HVAC Primary tasks and responsibilities: • Troubleshoot and repair heating-related HVAC issues as directed or via work order • Troubleshoot and repair cooling-related HVAC issues as directed or via work order. • After diagnosis, work with supervisor to order necessary repair parts and install after receipt. Communicate status of repairs with requestor. • Assist in the capturing of refrigerants from equipment before disposal or recycling. Track all usage of refrigerants. Other roles/duties will be assigned as necessary to assist the College in the attainment of the goals set forth and the enhancement of a positive, respectful learning environment for all staff, faculty and students. What You'll Bring: Education required to ensure success in this position: • High school diploma or GED, two years of college or technical training, minimum of three to five years related experience and demonstrated competence in the following: HVAC & HVAC Preventive Maintenance or any equivalent of the required experience and the substitution below. • Substitution: A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade or vocational school, at high school level or higher with a major in one of the trades specified above may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience. • Differences between grade levels: • I - demonstrated proficiency and performance of duties in one trade. • II- demonstrated proficiency and performance of level one plus certification in one or more trades • III (Coordinator) - demonstrated proficiency of level two plus building systems control experience Experience required to ensure success in this position: • Minimum of three to five years related experience and demonstrated competence in the following trades: • HVAC, • General Maintenance, • Or any equivalent of the required experience and the substitution below; • Trades certification preferred. • Substitution: A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade or vocational school, at high school level or higher with a major in one of the trades specified above may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience. Special skills, knowledge and abilities: • Knowledge of the principles and techniques of one or more of the following construction and repair trades: HVAC, General Building Maintenance and mechanical repairs. • General knowledge of boiler and chiller operation • General knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical principles and techniques. • Knowledge of the types and uses of materials, tools and equipment associated with Boiler/Chiller operation, HVAC, General Building Maintenance and mechanical repairs. • Knowledge of the work methods, procedures and safety practices associated with Boiler/Chiller operation, HVAC, General Building Maintenance and mechanical repairs. • Knowledge of the types and uses of safety equipment, PPE and safety procedures to perform required duties • Ability to follow oral and written instructions • Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others • Ability to work as a member of a team • Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints and drawings • Based on assignment, ability to operate lifts and other motor vehicles and equipment License, certification, or registration necessary: • Valid driver's license; • Strongly suggested to have in possession or required to be in possession of within 12 months- OSHA safety training, forklift training. Physical requirements: • Ability to navigate campus/public buildings and grounds • Ability to routinely carry 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. • Ability to climb ladders and stairs, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling to perform job responsibilities • Ability to traverse uneven ground • Visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision Environmental conditions: • May be exposed to noise and noxious fumes with required personal protective equipment; • May be exposed to the hazards of sharp tools and running machinery; • May operate fixed and hand-held power equipment; • May work varied shifts; • May work outdoors in extreme weather conditions. Ability to operate the following vehicles or equipment: • Ability to operate car, truck, fork lift, power tools and other equipment for maintenance work. • Computer & mobile tablet use will be required Founded in 1855, Berea College is nationally recognized as the first coeducational and interracial college in the South. Berea has a longstanding commitment to interracial education and is one of the most racially diverse private liberal arts colleges in the United States. With an emphasis on service to Appalachia and beyond, Berea enrolls more than 1,500 students from 46 states and U.S. territories and more than 70 countries. Berea College admits students who are unable to afford tuition and provides all of them with a no-tuition promise, valued at more than $204,000. Berea's students excel in the College's supportive yet demanding academic environment, and most are the first in their families to attend college. As one of only ten federally recognized Work Colleges, all Berea students are expected to work 10-12 hours weekly in various positions across campus. Berea College is also the only institution in Kentucky to receive the 5-Star Rating from Money Magazine, 2025. Washington Monthly has named Berea College the #1 Best College in the nation in its 2025 College Guide. Berea College appears in their rankings as #1 College (overall): Best College for your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars, #1 Best-in Class College, #1 Liberal Arts College and #1 Best Bang for the Buck Southern College. Located where the Bluegrass Region meets the Cumberland Mountains, the town of Berea (pop. 16,000) lies forty miles south of Lexington and is approximately two hours from Cincinnati, Louisville, and Knoxville. More information about Berea College is available at Berea College, in light of its mission in the tradition of impartial love and social equality, welcomes all people of the earth to learn and work here. Berea College is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application! Berea College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Our Benefits: Berea College offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their families including health care, dental, vision, retirement, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and an Employee Assistance Program. The benefit package also includes access to the for children of College Staff, ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Membership, Staff Development Funds and Tuition Reimbursement. Eligible staff employees also receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 24 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page at Our Unique Culture: Berea College strives to be a place where people with various Christian interpretations, different religious traditions, and no religious traditions work together in support of Over the past century, various leaders of the College have applied the College's inclusive scriptural foundation and spirit to their expanding world and welcomed those whose beliefs were consistent with the Christian gospel of impartial love. Therefore, Berea College today affirms its inclusive Christian tradition even as it respects the traditions of Jews, Muslims, Buddhists, and Hindus, as well as other faiths, and those holding no religious beliefs. We strive not to ignore our differences, but rather seek to understand each other honestly and respectfully, and together create a climate where anyone can openly discuss what they believe without fear of sanction. To that end, all persons who are willing to share in the spirit and the work of the Great Commitments as shaped by its preamble are welcome to study, to teach, and to work at Berea Labor Supervision: In support of Berea College's great commitments, staff and faculty serve as labor supervisors. Our fourth great commitment, The Dignity of Labor, promotes learning and serving in community through the student Labor Program, honoring the dignity and utility of all work, mental and manual, and taking pride in work well done. Student Labor Supervision includes scheduling, assigning, and approving student work, developing students' workplace acumen, and providing tangible work experience. To learn more about the labor program office please see the following link
See More Details >>Job Purpose A field mechanic specializing in chiller & HVAC systems will maintain, diagnose, and repair portable climate control and chiller equipment ensuring reliable operation for customers across various job sites. The focus is on safety, efficiency, and quality. Responsibilities • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC and chiller systems including troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration components. • Diagnose and resolve equipment malfunctions quickly to minimize downtime for customers. • Complete field service calls to customer locations providing on-site expertise and support. • Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs following company standards. • Utilize diagnostic software and tools to identify problems and document repairs. • Assist with equipment installation removal and load-outs for customers. • Communicate promptly and professionally with dispatch customers and other team members. • Ensure all work complies with safety guidelines and environmental regulations. • Maintain inventory of parts tools and materials on service vehicles. Requirements • High school diploma or GED. • Minimum 3 years of experience working with chiller and HVAC systems preferably in a field industrial environment. • EPA Section 608 Certification Refrigerant Handling. • Valid driver's license in good standing with ability to operate a company vehicle. • Willingness and ability to work on-call rotations weekends and respond to emergency service calls. • Physically able to lift 50 pounds kneel crawl and work in various weather conditions.
See More Details >>Becoming an HVAC technician in Berea, KY, typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 6% job growth for HVAC technicians from 2022 to 2032. In Berea, KY, the average weekly wage for HVAC technicians is approximately $1,040, with experienced professionals often earning over $1,200 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
