Citywide HVAC & Facilities Technician

City-of-Portland,-Oregon; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 53,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Language Pay Differential

Union Representation

Job summary

The City of Portland is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Specialist to service HVAC and related building systems across city facilities. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Candidates must have strong HVAC background and be able to work with varied building systems and equipment. This is an essential position with opportunities across multiple city locations and a thorough prehire process.

Qualifications

• Experience with installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC and refrigeration systems including chillers, fans, and pumps.
• Knowledge of general facility maintenance: plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, building automation software.
• Knowledge of safety practices and OSHA standards in facility maintenance.
• Ability to work with a diverse team and respond to inquiries from staff and the public.
• Proficiency with computers, CMMS, and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing and mechanical systems and related components.
• Operate and repair mechanical systems and adjust performance seasonally and for space needs.
• Repair and replace plumbing and mechanical systems, sensors, and related hardware/software.
• Maintain HVAC units and building systems; inspect equipment and service refrigeration units.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety practices

Building systems knowledge

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The City of Portland is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Specialist to service HVAC and related building systems across city facilities. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Candidates must have strong HVAC background and be able to work with varied building systems and equipment. This is an essential position with opportunities across multiple city locations and a thorough prehire process.