HVAC - Journeyman

Gilbertschools; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbert Unified School District is seeking an HVAC Journeyman to install, repair, and maintain heating and air conditioning systems across district facilities.

This 12-month position requires a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, a valid high school diploma or equivalent, and coordination with other trades to complete projects. The role offers an hourly rate starting at $24.50 depending on experience and standard 8-hour days.

Qualifications

• HVAC journeyman qualifications required.
• Must possess Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Experience with heating, ventilation and refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in repair and installation in maintenance projects.
• Coordinate with administration and other trades to complete work orders.
• Diagnose problems in HVAC/refrigeration systems and determine repairs.
• Fabricate sheet metal parts for installations or repairs.
• Inform staff about procedures and status of work orders.
• Inspect facilities to ensure safety and identify repairs.
• Install HVAC equipment and systems to provide comfortable spaces.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition.
• Prepare documentation to provide written support.
• Repair components (e.g. chiller equipment, cooling towers) as needed.
• Request equipment and supplies to maintain inventory.
• Respond to emergencies to resolve safety concerns.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Sheet metal fabrication

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Date Posted: 9/1/2026


• Location: Operations


• Date Available: 09/28/2026


• Closing Date: 11/02/2026

Position Length: 12 Month Long

Job Grade: 118

Hourly Rate: $24.50 and up depending on experience

Hours Per Day: 8

Fingerprint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing. Please follow these steps: Step One Step Two

HVAC - Journeyman

Purpose Statement

The job of HVAC - Journeyman is done for the purpose/s of installing, repairing, and maintaining heating/air conditioning systems; identifying repair and/or replacement needs; providing necessary information on the proper uses of the equipment; and ensuring adequate materials are available to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Essential Functions

• Assists in repair and installation in other areas of maintenance as may be required for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.


• Coordinates with administration and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently.


• Diagnoses problems and/or failures in heating/air conditioning / refrigeration systems and/or generators for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and replacement needs.


• Fabricates sheet metal systems for the purpose of ensuring availability of appropriate materials for installation or repair.


• Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders (e.g. computerized control systems, electronic console, etc.) For the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with health and safety regulations.


• Inspects facilities, systems and their components for the purpose of ensuring safety and identifying necessary repairs and providing an ongoing program of preventive maintenance.


• Installs heating/air conditioning/refrigeration equipment and systems for the purpose of providing comfort inside facilities.


• Maintains tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.


• Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.


• Repairs various items, systems and/or components (e.g. chiller equipment, cooling towers, exhaust/heating equipment, exhaust fan systems, low temperature & ice makers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.


• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items.


• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.


• Transport various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the job site.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work

Job Requirements

Mental Requirements

Learning Development- Level D Specialized vocational or technical knowledge providing a command of certain technical, administrative, and/or operative practices and techniques. Learning development involves the completion of a formal technical/vocational curriculum often resulting in a degree.

Problem Solving - Level 2 Work situations require consideration and interpretation of circumstances or information to choose the most effective responses. Solutions may be somewhat technical, yet are relatively straightforward, obvious and well-defined once problems are understood. Responses come from the realm of prior learning and experiences.

Physical Requirements

Physical Skill - Level B Some learned physical skill is required. Certain coordinated finger, limb, or body movements must be performed in the course of regular work routines. These can usually be learned and competency developed on the job over a relatively short period of time.

Physical Effort - Level 2 Job requires light physical effort as a part of regular work routine, such as frequent standing and walking; frequent lifting, guiding, and/or carrying of light-weight materials or equipment; occasional periods of sustained effort.

Social Requirements

Human Relations Skill- Level B Job requires patience in communication and well-developed verbal skills to exchange technical or complex information with individuals or small, informal groups. skills in establishing harmonious relationships and gaining cooperation are important.

Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.

Work Environment

Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.

Physical Working Conditions - Level 2 Somewhat disagreeable conditions. Work may be performed in cramped or awkward positions. occasional exposure to safety hazards, disease, or contamination results in chance for lost-time accidents. Occasional exposure to noise, temperature extremes, etc

Accountability

Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.

Organizational Impact - Level 2 Work results impact the accuracy, reliability, and acceptability of further results beyond the immediate work section. work results are noticeable and represent a portion of, or support product or service received by the customer or general public.

Experience, Education, and Certifications

Experience: Job related experience is required

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability. EPA Certified

Compensation Details

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Pay Schedule: Hourly - Grade 118

Work Calendar: Support 12 Months Long

Non Discrimination Statement

Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations.

The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act.

The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs.

The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both.

The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.