Craftsman - Building Maintenance - HVAC

Gwinnett County Public Schools; Hoschton (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett County Public Schools - Hamilton Mill Dist Maint Shop in Hoschton, GA is seeking a Craftsman specialized in HVAC and building maintenance. The role includes installation, preventive maintenance, and repairs of HVAC systems, boilers, pumps, chillers, and related controls.

Qualifications require a high school diploma or GED with HVAC training preferred, and at least two years of HVAC/refrigeration experience. Valid Georgia driver’s license and a CFC Recovery license are required.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Georgia driver’s license and CFC Recovery license.
• H.S. Diploma or GED required; HVAC training preferred.
• 2 years experience in HVAC and refrigeration or similar demonstrated acceptable experience required.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled installation, preventive maintenance, repairs and operations of HVAC, refrigeration systems, boilers, cooling towers, pumps/motors, chillers and direct digital control systems.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning HVAC/refrigeration equipment and controls.
• Install HVAC/refrigeration equipment per code and maintain equipment accurately.
• Record repairs and parts used per departmental guidelines; use computers as needed.
• Supervise private contractors and coordinate daily work schedules; ensure safety and codes compliance.
• Coordinate with district personnel and other craftsmen to complete assignments.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Reading diagrams

Communication

Computer skills

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

HVAC training preferred

Job description

Craftsman - Building Maintenance - HVAC

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This job is also posted in Georgia Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5983012

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 2:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

License and Certification Qualifications:

• Valid Georgia driver's license and Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) Recovery license Required

Education Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree or equivalent Required
• HVAC technical training Preferred

Experience Qualifications:

• 2 years experience in HVAC and refrigeration or similar demonstrated acceptable experience Required

Skills Qualifications:

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions quickly and accurately
• Ability to communicate with others in an effective and tactful manner
• Ability to follow HVAC and refrigeration technical instructions and diagrams
• Knowledge of all HVAC and refrigeration codes, procedures, materials, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of desktop and portable computers

Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for performing skilled installation, preventive maintenance, repairs and operations of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment, refrigeration systems, boilers, cooling towers, pumps/motors, chillers, chemical water treatment systems, and direct digital control systems in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations and building codes for the Building Maintenance Department.

• Work on HVAC, refrigeration equipment, and controls using accepted procedures and codes as directed.
  • Diagnose and repair malfunctioning HVAC and refrigeration equipment and controls.
  • Install HVAC and refrigeration equipment per code.
  • Maintain and regulate HVAC and refrigeration equipment accurately.
  • Record repairs made and parts used according to departmental guidelines.
  • Utilize computers when performing work efficiently and effectively.
• Assume responsibility for materials issued out of inventory and truck stock.
  • Maintain and account for all tools, parts, and equipment issued according to department guidelines.
  • Ensure access to all tools, parts and equipment issued as directed.
  • Operate and maintain handheld work order/inventory management device.
• Supervise private contractors if assigned to perform required work.
  • Plan and direct appointed personnel in the daily work schedule as required.
  • Monitor and maintain safe work procedures.
  • Monitor and maintain work according to building and safety codes.
  • Train private contractors and other district employees as necessary to complete work according to building and safety codes.
• Work with other personnel in the trade area and other departmental personnel.
  • Coordinate with other craftsmen in completing assignments.
  • Cooperate with and maintain a positive relationship with all district personnel.
• Work toward improving craftsmen skills and abilities.
  • Learn to service and repair different types and makes of equipment.
  • Receive training for repairing new types of items used throughout the county.
• Work as required after normal work hours.
  • Be on call after normal working hours for a period of seven days.
  • Be subject to being called on 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, negotiate stairs, climb ladders, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear, manipulate tools and small items with hands, and lift and transport up to 50 pounds over short distances. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision. The employee may be subjected to a wide range of ambient temperature and humidity conditions while working on equipment under varying conditions including overhead work and work in confined spaces. Potential hazards of this position include working with electricity, working with heat and noise producing machinery and equipment, working on elevated equipment using ladders or other lifting devices, and use of chemicals and solvents. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with specific disabilities.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian
Support Staff > Maintenance

Contact Information

• Hollie A Marcus , Director, Recruitment
• 437 Old Peachtree Road
• Suwanee, Georgia 30024
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]