HVAC Supervisor

Job no:

R-0000002863

Position Title:

HVAC Supervisor

Faculty or Staff:

Staff

Full Time or Part Time:

Full time

In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:

In-Person

Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:

$46.50

Rate of pay commensurate with experience

Start Date:

02/02/2026

Job Description:

The Facilities Management Department at Mount Holyoke College is looking for a dedicated HVAC Supervisor to join the team. This role is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, cooling, and fire suppression systems, including hot water and steam heating systems, chilled water cooling systems, underground steam piping, refrigeration systems, and computerized building automation controls.

The HVAC Supervisor oversees the Central Chilled Water Plant and ensures the daily operation and maintenance of the Central Heating Plant’s boilers, pumps, temperature control systems, and boiler water treatment, along with preventative maintenance on associated equipment.

Mount Holyoke College is also dedicated to funding certification hours and license renewal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage and work alongside a team of licensed steamfitters to oversee all aspects of HVAC operations across campus.

• Plan and manage projects in collaboration with the HVAC team and Central Heating Plant.
• Oversee all sprinkler systems across 46 buildings, ensuring proper maintenance and handling emergency calls 24/7.
• Conduct annual flushing and maintenance of fire hydrants to support life safety compliance.
• Work with contractors annually to ensure all 1,100 fire extinguishers meet code requirements.
• Oversee yearly maintenance of safety valves across campus.
  
  
  

Operate and maintain the Central Heating Plant in compliance with Massachusetts CMR 522 Board of Boiler Rules, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

• Review and log daily readings of gas fuel, steam generation, domestic water usage, and calculate plant efficiency to meet state environmental regulations.
• Monitor smoke opacity alarms in compliance with D.E.P. requirements.
• Respond to emergencies involving natural gas, electricity, fuel oil, high-pressure steam, compressed air, and domestic water.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors for repairs and oversee their work as needed.
• Perform necessary repairs and mechanical work during the annual summer shutdown in accordance with M.C.L-522 CMR.
• Ensure 24/7 shift coverage to maintain continuous plant operations.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years operating and maintaining HVAC systems and building automation systems.
• Minimum 4 years in a modern power plant and routine boiler maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of power plant auxiliary equipment operation and maintenance.
• Pipefitter license
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a variety of people.
• Capable of handling and moving heavy materials, lift up to 75 lbs.
• Willingness to adjust hours and be available for emergency call-ins.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mass sprinkler license
• Respirator training
• Confined space training
• Lockout training
• SPCC training
• Asbestos training
• Certified scissors lift and Genie
  
  
  

Hiring Range: $43.33 - $47.27 / Hour

What we offer:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary)
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Disability and Leave Benefits
• Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others)
• Generous Paid Time Off
  
  
  

Background Checks:

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.

Special Instructions for Applicants:

Apply online; application materials must include:

• A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
• A complete resume or curriculum vitae
• For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.
  
  
  

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.