HVAC Technician

Richmond County School System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond County School System in Augusta, GA is seeking an HVAC Technician to maintain and repair heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems across our facilities. You will respond to service calls, perform preventive maintenance, and document work orders in our electronic system.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (HVAC tech degree preferred), EPA refrigerant certification, a valid driver's license, and at least two years of field experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; technical HVAC degree preferred.
• Valid state driver license and EPA certification required for refrigerant handling.
• Knowledge of air-conditioning tools/equipment and electrical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics; good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Responds to service calls in priority order and repairs equipment quickly.
• Keeps records and enters work orders into an electronic system.
• Maintains all equipment, tools and vehicle assigned.
• Troubleshoots HVAC systems and performs preventive maintenance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Air-conditioning tools

Electrical knowledge

Blueprints & schematics

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Technical HVAC degree/diploma

Tools

HVAC tools

Job description

Department or Location: Maintenance & Facilities

Position Type: Pick 1 each

• Classified
• 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

This description may be changed at any time. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instruction and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Board. Richmond County Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time.