HVAC Technician

DeKalb County Government; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Government is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in County buildings. The role is safety sensitive and requires a Georgia driver’s license and EPA refrigerant handling certification.

The incumbent will follow plans, specifications, and codes while ensuring reliable climate control for facilities. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED plus HVAC training and at least three

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical HVAC training.
• Three years of experience in commercial HVAC trade or related field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license and EPA Refrigerant Handling license.
• Must obtain a Georgia Conditioned Air license within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspects heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems to ensure proper operation.
• Performs preventative maintenance on HVAC systems and checks electrical and mechanical components.
• Troubleshoots HVAC systems, conducts diagnostic testing, and performs repairs.
• Monitors installation of new HVAC systems for compliance with plans, drawings, specifications and codes.
• Determines materials needed, gathers parts, and manages inventory and supplies.

Skills

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum pump

Manometer

Refrigerant scale

Job description

Job Description

Salary Range: $22.32/Hour - $35.94/Hour Salary Grade: 14 FLSA: Nonexept

Purpose Of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to perform heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) installation, maintenance, and repairs in County buildings and facilities.

This classification is safety sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County’s Drug & Alcohol Policy.

Essential Functions

Inspects heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment to ensure proper operation; checks air handlers, electrical and mechanical components; and identifies problems and needed repairs or maintenance.

Performs preventative maintenance on HVAC systems and equipment; obtains electrical readings to determine condition of motors, controls and compressors; replaces air filters; cleans condenser and evaporator coils; obtains refrigerant pressures and temperatures; determines correct refrigerant charge; and inspects gas supply lines, gas exhaust piping and electrical connections for tightness and safety.

Troubleshoots HVAC systems; conducts diagnostic testing; determines causes of malfunctions; and performs needed repairs.

Monitors construction and installation of new HVAC systems to ensure compliance with with plans, drawings, specifications and codes.

Determines amount of materials needed to complete projects; provides cost projections as requested; gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies; monitors inventory levels; and orders new or replacement materials as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration or a related field; three years of experience in commercial HVAC trade or a related field, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.

Specific License Or Certification Required

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license; must possess and maintain an Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant Handling license. Must obtain a Georgia Conditioned Air license within 12 months of employment.