Uncommon Schools
Senior HVAC Technician
Newark, NJ, United States · Senior
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About the role
- Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities.
- Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success.
- We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of school
- Implement and enhance the school's systems and culture Create high accountability for oneself as well as for building staff and vendors
- We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color.
Requirements
- The physical requirements outlined below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Skills
- Strong background in commercial heating projects large and small, including hot water boilers and gas furnaces
- Ability to read as-built plans for all buildings in portfolio
- Advanced knowledge of BMS systems and system operations
- Ability to procure replacement parts as needed to make all necessary repairs
- Ability to properly and safely use the tools of the trade and carry out all tasks expected of a Snr. HVAC Technician
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigerant-driven cooling and heating equipment (heat pump systems)
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair water-driven heating and cooling equipment
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair water or glycol pump systems
- Ability to troubleshoot and service chillers and cooling towers
- Ability to change filters and belts and clean coils as needed to ensure proper functioning of units
- Ability to troubleshoot and implement recommended repair/replacement of
- gas valves
Compensation
- Compensation for this role is between $43/hr to $50/hr.
- Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional experience, education, certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.
Benefits
- Regional staff will have the same holidays and sustainability days as school-based staff in their region, and flexible summer PTO
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
- New Jersey Pension program
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
- Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
- A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
- We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions.
Company info
- At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive.
Equal opportunity
- If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
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