HVAC Service Technician

Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation is seeking a Lead Mechanic-Heating & A/C Temperature Service Technician to install, service, and maintain temperature control systems across EVSC facilities. The role emphasizes reliability, energy efficiency, and timely coordination to support school operations.

The position requires working 52 weeks with a 6:00 am–2:30 pm schedule, and pays $26.36 per hour plus certifications-based stipends.

Qualifications

• Duties cover installation, maintenance and servicing of temperature control systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and safety instructions.
• Experience with institutional or educational facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, service and maintain HVAC equipment across EVSC facilities.
• Schedule system services to minimize school disruption.
• Diagnose issues and coordinate repairs.
• Utilize lifts/scaffolds as needed for projects.
• Complete electronic work orders with accurate details.
• Review emails and respond promptly.
• Complete monthly safety training.

Skills

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Calibration

Blueprints

MS Office

Google Suite

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Journeyman HVAC license

Refrigerant Recovery License

Valid driver’s license

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Bus Garage/ Lead Mechanic - Electrian
• Date Posted: 8/19/2026
• Location: Supportive Services Center
• Date Available: ASAP

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the world? Do you believe in the power of education to transform lives? If so, we invite you to become part of our school corporation!

Why Choose EVSC?

• Impact Lives Daily: Every day, you'll have the opportunity to inspire, guide, and empower the next generation. Your work will ripple through time, shaping not just individual lives but entire communities.
• Innovate and Grow: We're not just teaching; we're reinventing education for the 21st century. Bring your fresh ideas and watch them come to life in our progressive learning environments.
• Stability Meets Flexibility: Enjoy the security of working in an essential field, coupled with a schedule that respects your work-life balance. Summers off, holidays, and predictable hours allow you to pursue your passions both in and out of the classroom.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, excellent health coverage, robust retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
• Supportive Community: Join a team that feels like family. Our collaborative environment fosters lifelong friendships and professional networks.
• Cutting-Edge Resources: Work with state-of-the-art technology and innovative teaching tools that make learning exciting for both educators and students.

Join us in our mission to educate, inspire, and empower. Together, we can build a brighter future, one student at a time. We are Better Together!

POSITION DETAILS:

This position is for a 52 week Lead Mechanic-Heating & A/C temperature Service Technician. 5 days per week at 8 hours per day. The current scheduled work times are 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

SALARY:

$26.36 per hour (entry level) + additional hourly stipend based on certification

BENEFITS:

We continually strive to offer a high-quality, comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Additionally, EVSCalso hasHealth & Wellness Centersthat provide free primary and preventive care services to employees and their dependents covered by an EVSC group health insurance plan. This position also offers sick and personal days as well as EVSC contributions to a retirement plan.

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, monitoring and servicing of temperature control systems that support heating and air conditioning operations across EVSC facilities. The role ensures building comfort, system reliability and energy efficiency by proactively troubleshooting issues and coordinating service needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned.

• Install, service and maintain temperature control equipment associated with heating and air conditioning systems throughout EVSC facilities.
• Schedule and coordinate heating and air conditioning systems for service for EVSC buildings to ensure optimal system performance and minimal disruption to school operations.
• Monitor heating and air conditioning system status, diagnose system issues, and support troubleshooting and repair efforts.
• Utilize aerial lifts and scaffolds as needed for various projects.
• Review and complete electronic work orders in the work order system providing detailed, accurate information upon completion.
• Frequently monitor email communication and respond accordingly in a timely manner.
• Complete monthly safety training.

JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge, skill and ability to efficiently inspect, calibrate, maintain and service temperature control equipment for heating and air systems.
• Working knowledge of boiler operations, pipe fitting, steam trap repairs, pneumatic controls and related mechanical systems used in institutional or commercial facilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow maintenance employees, students, staff and the community.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Google systems.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Work collaboratively with EVSC employees, vendors and community partners in a teamwork-driven environment
• Strive to be innovative in continuously improving processes for district-wide success
• Provide excellent service in allforms of communication with a results-oriented customer-driven focus
• Successful in working effectively and efficiently in a high pressure, time-sensitiveenvironment
• Ability to internally motivate, think critically, and initiate strategic improvement
• Exude a positive and dependable work ethic
• Highly organized with attention to detail

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school Diploma or general education degree (GED). Experience in the installation, maintenance and servicing of temperature control systems for heating and air conditioning, preferably in commercial, institutional or educational facilities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Journeyman HVAC license , Refrigerant Recovery License.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blue prints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before small groups of employees of an organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as pricing, discounts, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to read tape measure and calculate in feet, inches and fractions.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exist.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear.
• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward.
• The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climbs ladders.
• The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as a tool box.
• Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 90 pounds such as lawn mower engines, truck transmissions and starters.
• The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as carts of truck engines and/or transmissions.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Employee may be required to work in confined spaces.
• Employee is occasionally required to perform the same hand, arm or finger motion many times.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and outdoors.
• The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment.
• The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays and non household dust.
• The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.
• Frequently the employee will work alone and will occasionally work irregular or extended hours.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally will work in a loud area.

QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS OPPORTUNITY?

If you have any questions, please e-mail Katie Johnson at [e-mail]. You will receive a response within 24-48 hours.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)- The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position and it does not serve to proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned or changed by management.

NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY- It is the policy of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, age, limited English proficiency, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Law (I.C.22-9- 1), Title IV, and Title VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).

Questions concerning compliance with these laws should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN 47713, phone number 435-8508.

The interview committee will give preference to candidates who, through the interview process, past experience, and references have demonstrated the ability to interact with students, staff, and the community.

Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans and veterans with service-connected disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Postings current as of 8/24/2026 11:25:08 PM CST.