General Maintenance Technician - HVAC

CITY SCHOOLS OF DECATUR; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CITY SCHOOLS OF DECATUR seeks a Maintenance General Technician to service and maintain school facilities, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to address urgent maintenance needs across district sites.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and hands-on experience in building trades, with availability for extended hours to address emergencies.

Qualifications

• Basic plumbing, carpentry, HVAC systems, electrical knowledge.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and work as part of a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Working under limited supervision using standardized practices and a defined budget.
• Utilization of resources from other work units as needed to perform job functions.
• There is opportunity to impact the Organization's services through maintenance activities.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC

Electrical

Motors/Compressors

Roofing

Painting

Flooring

Hardware

Repairs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Work Order System

Job description

General Maintenance Technician - HVAC JobID: 2239

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ General Maintenance Technician
• Date Posted: 8/13/2026
• Location: Maintenance Facilities Building

POSITION TITLE: Maintenance General Technician

DEPARTMENT: Facilities & Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities and Maintenance

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: 244

DATE REVIEWED: 6/16/2023

SALARY SCALE: M2

Essential Functions

• Cleans grounds and related areas (e.g. gutters, drains, filters/screens, snow removal, etc.) for the purpose of preventing flooding and removing hazards;
• Inspects grounds and equipment (e.g. playground equipment, fences, irrigation systems, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety and identifying necessary repairs, and providing an ongoing program of preventive maintenance;
• Maintains landscaping (e.g., lawns, shrubbery, planted areas, irrigation, fences, concrete areas, playground, etc.) for the purpose of preserving grounds in a healthy, attractive, and safe condition;
• Prepares grounds and athletic fields (e.g. assemblies, measuring/burning lines, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas within the district facilities;
• Utilizes the maintenance work order system for the purpose of prioritizing, scheduling, and documenting work activities;
• Maintains tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items in safe operating condition;
• Performs general maintenance work (e.g. roof, welding, cabinetry, ceiling, carpentry, electrical, concrete, masonry, glazing, insulation, painting, grounds, irrigation, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe condition, enabling full educational use of facilities at all times;
• Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information;
• Repairs various items, systems and/or components (e.g. district vehicles, maintenance equipment, roof patch, domestic waterline, irrigation systems, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition;
• Assists other maintenance personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an effective and efficient work environment;
• Completes employer-required training (e.g. OSHA bloodborne pathogens, first aid, CPR, chemical application, pesticide) for the purpose of receiving information and maintaining current knowledge regarding the specific job and/or district, state, and federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures and laws;
• Procures equipment, supplies, and materials for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring the availability of required items;
• Recommends supplies and equipment for purchase for the purpose of maintaining the inventory of district-owned hand tools, equipment, hardware, materials, and supplies;
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns; and
• Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

• Basic plumbing, carpentry, HVAC systems, electrical, motors/compressors, roofing, painting, tile, floorings, hardware, small repairs;
• Basic computer and mobile-device operational skills;
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including utilizing pertinent software applications;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and work as part of a team;
• Ability to meet deadlines and schedule and set priorities
• Ability to work on multiple projects, frequent interruptions, and changing work priorities and environments;
• Knowledge of and adherence to safety practices and procedures;
• Ability to plan and manage projects;
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance, safety, emergency and facility repair, new construction, etc. pertaining to school site facilities, materials and tools;
• Knowledge of methods and equipment used in building trade i.e. plumbing, painting, locksmith, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, etc.; and
• Ability to work extended hours as required to address emergencies.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of significant resources from other work units is sometimes required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the Organization's services.

Physical Demands

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing.

Working Environment

The job is performed under some temperature extremes and in some hazardous conditions.

Experience

At least 5 years of job-related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certificates:

Valid Driver's License and Evidence of Insurability
Certifications may be required for specific trades
Training certifications or diploma