HVAC Technician City of Cambridge, MA - 3.4 Cambridge, MA Job Details Full-time $29.37 - $40.66 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Qualifications Equipment installation HVAC system installation

Full Job Description Posting Date:

8/4/26

Department:

DPW -

Public Building Maintenance Job Code:

C762 (#1814)

Salary Plan/Grade:

003

Number of Hours Per Week:

40

Additional Work Hours Information:

Union Affiliation:

Teamsters Local 25 # of openings: 1

Type of Employment:

Regular Civil Service Type:

Explanation of Labor Service Job Type can be found on the City of Cambridge Human Resource Department's website under Tips & FAQs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Under the supervision of the

Superintendent of Buildings:

installs, repairs and maintains heating, ventilating and air conditioning equipment and systems including refrigeration units, air and water filters, motors, fans, air compressors, generators, condensers, pumps, boiler and chiller plants and automatic temperature controls; inspects equipment for malfunction and makes adjustments and/or corrections; checks equipment and systems for proper temperature and climatic conditions; lubricates motors and bearings; replaces worn and defective parts; and performs related work as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum (2) years demonstrated experience in institutional HVAC and Refrigeration Systems operation, maintenance, repairs and installation. Certificate of completion from accredited vocational school curriculum in HVAC, Refrigeration Training Program preferred. Current Commonwealth of Massachusetts License as Refrigeration Technician or Refrigeration Contractor preferred. Experience with direct digital control based energy management systems preferred.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefits Vacation and sick leave eligible Sick Incentive Pay eligible 3 Personal Days 14 Paid Holidays

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please upload the following documents to complete your application. Resume Cover letter

COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

The City of Cambridge is committed to providing fair, transparent, and competitive compensation to all employees. The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the full range for this position's pay grade (Steps 1-10). New employees joining the organization are hired within the hiring range, Steps 1 through 5, with placement at the midpoint reserved for the most qualified candidates. Starting placement is based on directly related education and experience relative to the minimum qualifications of the position, required licenses or certifications, internal equity with current employees, and relevant labor market factors. Employees progress through the 10 steps over time through the City's established step and pay progression policies. This compensation philosophy applies to non‑union positions. For union positions, please refer to the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Current City employees applying to another position should refer to the Compensation & Classification Manual for the policies governing promotions, lateral transfers, and other internal salary changes.

ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City's diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve - one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at .