HVAC & Boiler Technician - Geo-Thermal Systems Expert

Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh is seeking an experienced HVAC technician to maintain and repair forced air and boiler heating systems, Geo-Thermal GSHP, domestic hot water, refrigeration systems, and related equipment across Authority properties.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED with an approved apprenticeship, Universal Refrigerant Recovery License, and a valid driver’s license; NIULPE license is preferred. Safety and documentation are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with completion of an approved apprenticeship program.
• Universal Refrigerant Recovery License is required.
• NIULPE license is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under the Authority’s plan.
• Ability to read blueprints/schematics and apply safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains all mechanical and gas-fired equipment in heating systems, boiler rooms.
• Maintains and repairs forced air and boiler heating systems, GSHP, DHW, refrigeration systems, and other heating/cooling systems.
• Keeps central heating plant distribution systems in prime operating condition.
• Maintains a safe work zone during related repairs and inspections.
• Prepares charts, records, and reports for efficient engineering operations.
• Completes repairs promptly and manages work orders (paper or electronic).
• Maintains inventory of tools, materials, and supplies; orders additional resources as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Blueprints / schematics

Safety rules & practices

MS Word, Excel, Outlook

Valid driver's license

Reading blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Approved apprenticeship program

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh is seeking an experienced HVAC technician to maintain and repair forced air and boiler heating systems, Geo-Thermal GSHP, domestic hot water, refrigeration systems, and related equipment across Authority properties.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED with an approved apprenticeship, Universal Refrigerant Recovery License, and a valid driver’s license; NIULPE license is preferred. Safety and documentation are emphasized.