HVAC Technician

Richmond County School System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond County School System is seeking an HVAC Technician to maintain and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems across school facilities in Augusta, GA. The role requires field experience, EPA certification, and a valid driver license.

The position is full-time with a 248-day work year, performing preventive maintenance, responding to service calls, and keeping detailed records of work performed and parts used.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; technical HVAC degree preferred.
• EPA certification for refrigerants required.
• Valid state driver license must be possessed.
• Knowledge of air-conditioning tools and equipment; electrical knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics; good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service calls in priority order and repair equipment quickly.
• Trouble-shoot HVAC systems and determine corrective actions.
• Keep accurate records and log work orders in the electronic system.
• Maintain all equipment, tools and assigned truck.
• Keep records of equipment and warranty parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance on heating, cooling and ventilation systems.

Skills

Air conditioning

Electrical

Blueprints

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree/diploma in HVAC

Tools

Electronic work order system

Job description

HVAC Technician

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This job is also posted in Richmond County School System

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department or Location: Maintenance & Facilities

Position Type: Pick 1 each

1. Classified

2. Non-exempt

Job Title: HVAC Technician

Days Worked: 248 days (12 months)

Reports To: HVAC Foreman

Funding Source: General Fund

Education: High school diploma preferred. Technical degree/diploma in the field of air-conditioning/heating preferred.

Certification or Licensure: Must possess a valid state driver license and EPA Certification for the use and handling of refrigerants.

Skills: Knowledge of air-conditioning tools and equipment and how to use each. Knowledge of electricity. Ability to read blueprints and schematics. Good interpersonal skills with fellow workers and other personnel.

Work Experience: Minimum of two years field experience in heating and air-conditioning. Possess ability to work independently to resolve problems with HVAC systems.

Preventive maintenance and the repair of all types of heating, air-conditioning and ventilation systems.

• Responds to service calls in priority order and repairs equipment as quickly as possible.


• Gives status reports to the foreman and determines what action should be taken to make repairs.


• Follow-up on equipment that could not be repaired during the first visit.


• Trouble shoots HVAC systems.


• Keeps accurate records and records work orders into an electronic work order system.


• Maintains all equipment, tools and truck assigned.


• Keeps records of equipment and warranty parts.


• The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above or not, as are assigned, or required by such employee’s supervisor, other appropriate school personnel, law board policy administrative regulation, department handbook, as are reasonably necessary to the efficient operation of the school system and its mission.

Good physical condition (heavy lifting). Sufficient physical strength and ability to lift and move heavy objects (minimum 50lbs.) and perform manual labor. Working from heights, frequent use of ladders. Walking, kneeling, bending, and squatting.

Date Established: 12/2008

Date(s) Revised: 02/2009, 02/2023

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $36,294 to $58,378 SY

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.