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Montgomery College

MD · On-site

$29.51 - $38.35/hr

Montgomery College, Rockville has an immediate need for Building Equipment Mechanic II. The work schedule is Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm. This is a bargaining, non-Exempt, grade 25 position.

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for building equipment mechanic in the United States is $29.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Building Equipment Mechanic vs HVAC Technician?

AspectBuilding Equipment MechanicHVAC Technician
CertificationsEPA certification, HVAC licenses often preferredEPA certification, HVAC licenses required
Work EnvironmentCommercial, industrial, institutional buildingsResidential, commercial buildings, HVAC systems
Job FocusMaintaining and repairing building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electricalInstalling, repairing, maintaining heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems
Industry UsageCommonly employed in facilities management, maintenance departmentsPrimarily in HVAC service companies, construction, maintenance

Building Equipment Mechanics have a broader scope, maintaining various building systems, while HVAC Technicians specialize specifically in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Both roles require similar certifications and work in similar environments, but their focus areas differ.

What is a building equipment mechanic?

A building equipment mechanic is a skilled tradesperson responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, electrical systems, and other building infrastructure. They often work in commercial or industrial settings and may need certifications such as EPA or HVAC licenses. The role requires technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work with various tools and equipment.

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Infographic showing various Building Equipment Mechanic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,210 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

Building Equipment Mechanic II

MD • On-site

Montgomery College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees
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$29.51 - $38.35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Respond to work orders for various buildings and troubleshoot problems related to heating, cooling, potable water, and odors.

  • Perform preventative maintenance on boiler room equipment, including pumps, boilers, chillers, and related systems.

  • Inspect buildings to ensure proper operation of heating, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Montgomery College rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 631 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Description
Montgomery College, Rockville has an immediate need for Building Equipment Mechanic II. The work schedule is Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm. This is a bargaining, non-Exempt, grade 25 position. Montgomery College promotes and creates a working and learning environment rooted in the basic tenets of fairness, diversity, and inclusiveness.
Duties include but are not limited to:
  • Ensure proper boiler room equipment operation including pumps, boilers, water treatment, air lines, variable frequency drives, expansion tank water levels, temperatures, pressures, exhaust fans, water and oil meters, chillers and related equipment.
  • Receive and respond to work orders for various buildings.
  • Troubleshoot/resolve problems identified in work orders including heating cooling, potable water, and strange odors.
  • Switch cooling and heating systems semi-annually; start and stop gas and ammonia chillers, prepare and melt ice for chillers and glycol systems.
  • Check refrigerant, oil levels, oil pressure, and temperature.
  • Conduct regularly scheduled preventative maintenance on all boiler room equipment.
  • Order required parts and supplies for equipment maintenance, repair or replacement.
  • Inspect assigned buildings to ensure that all heating, plumbing, and electrical systems are operating properly.
  • Perform daily routine and emergency work order requests.
  • Perform preventative maintenance, such as seasonal repairs and upgrades to HVAC systems (the latter under the direction of an HVAC mechanic).
  • Track assigned work orders of progress in the work order database to ensure tasks performed are documented.
  • Replace ceiling tiles, help with snow removal, perform temporary roof repairs, fabricate motor mounts for HVAC units (welding/braising), repairs water pumps to pool.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Five years of progressively responsible experience working with commercial heating ventilation and air-conditioning systems, air handling units, VAV boxes, and rooftop packaged units.
  • The equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and expertise to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.
  • Maryland Stationary Engineer 3rd Grade License, Section 608 Universal Certification, Driver's License

Hiring Range: $29.51 - $38.35 hourly. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $47.20.
For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.
As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire:
  • Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
  • Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions, per state law.

Our benefits package includes: generous paid vacation, sick, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu. We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.
Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.
Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.
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