Refrigeration/Appliance/HVAC Technician I, Facilities Management in Bristol, Rhode Island at Roger Williams University

Roger Williams University
Title: Refrigeration/Appliance/HVAC Technician I, Facilities Management

Location: Bristol, RI

Category: Facilities

Job Type: Full-time Regular

Posted On: Tue Jul 21 2026

Job Description:

Analyze, repair and maintain ventilation and air conditioning systems.

Equipment

Evacuate and recharge system. Remove freon from system by means of a recovery machine.

HVAC

When required will work with the Energy Management Technicians on resolving HVAC related issues.

Installations

Installs, inspects, operates and repairs appliances and HVAC equipment using necessary hand tools and testing equipment.

Repairs

Repairs freon leaks and retest for freon leaks.

Upgrades

Assist the Manager of Mechanical and Electrical Systems and the Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing Systems Supervisor in projects to upgrade and modify existing building HVAC systems.

This is a full-time (40-hour) Facilities Management Union position.
$500 signing bonus after a 4-month probationary period is completed
** Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including health, dental, 15 paid holidays, tuition benefits, and a generous 403(b) match **

Job Requirements:

Technical school training and minimum 5 years' experience.

Must be licensed to purchase and recover refrigerant in the State of Rhode Island.

Must hold current RI refrigeration and/or RI pipe fitter Journeyman license.

Must have 5 years' experience in a corporate/commercial type setting, maintaining HVAC systems.

Must be extremely proficient in interpreting and understanding building drawings and documentation.

Perform any and all tasks required of the position without assistance and in a timely manner.

Must also demonstrate to the reasonable satisfaction of management, the ability to provide expert guidance, direction and remediation to levels III and/or II Refrigeration/Appliance/HVAC Technicians.

At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Additional Information:

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu