HVAC Technician

Hall County Schools; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall County Schools in Gainesville, GA seeks a Commercial HVAC Technician to install, maintain, and repair complex HVAC/R systems in K-12 facilities. You will diagnose faults and ensure climate control equipment operates reliably.

Requirements include 3–5+ years in a commercial/industrial setting, a high school diploma or GED, EPA Universal Certification, and an HVAC training program or apprenticeship. Strong diagram-reading skills and the ability to lift 50+ lbs complete the profile.

Qualifications

• Ability to read wiring diagrams/blueprints
• Experience with commercial/industrial HVAC/R systems
• EPA Universal Certification (Section 608) required or mandated

Responsibilities

• System Diagnostics: Troubleshoot and repair commercial equipment (chillers, boilers, RTUs, VRF, BMS).
• Preventative Maintenance: Inspect, clean, calibrate thermostats, test systems.
• Refrigerant Management: Safely recover, evacuate, charge refrigerants per regulations.
• Documentation: Log service calls, parts used, and maintenance schedules.
• Customer Service: Explain repair needs and system performance to facility managers.

Skills

Wiring diagrams

Blueprints

Digital diagnostic tools

HVAC/R systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

HVAC technical training program

Apprenticeship

Tools

Digital diagnostic tools

Job description

Commercial HVAC Technician

installs, maintains, and repairs complex heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems in our K-12 facilities. They diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, perform routine preventative maintenance, and ensure heavy-duty climate control equipment operates efficiently.

Core Responsibilities

• System Diagnostics: Troubleshoot and repair complex commercial equipment such as chillers, boilers, RTUs (Rooftop Units), VRF systems, and building automation controls.


• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections, clean components, calibrate thermostats, and perform system testing to prevent costly equipment downtime.


• Refrigerant Management: Safely recover, evacuate, and charge refrigerants in compliance with strict environmental regulations.


• Documentation: Maintain accurate digital or written logs for completed service calls, parts usage, and maintenance schedules.


• Customer Service: Explain repair needs and system performance recommendations to facility managers and clients.

Typical Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Typically 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in a commercial or industrial HVAC/R setting.


• Education: High school diploma or GED; completion of an HVAC technical training program or formal apprenticeship is highly preferred.


• Certifications: EPA Universal Certification (Section 608) is mandatory; NATE (North American Technician Excellence) or specific manufacturer certifications are a plus.


• Skills: Strong proficiency in reading wiring diagrams/blueprints and operating digital diagnostic tools.


• Physical Demands: Ability to lift heavy equipment (50+ lbs.), work in confined spaces, and tolerate varying outdoor/indoor temperatures.