HVAC Technician - Maintenance

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as an HVAC Technician, where you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing air conditioning systems. This position offers a full-time schedule with competitive pay and performance incentives. You'll work in a collaborative environment, ensuring the comfort of students and staff across the district. With a focus on safety and effective communication, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values your expertise. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a well-respected organization while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Matched retirement

Health insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in refrigeration field with appropriate schooling.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and repair tasks on air conditioning units.
• Keep site personnel informed of system status and work order progress.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Ability to lift 100 pounds

Initiative and self-starter

Education

High school education or equivalent

EPA approved course in Proper Refrigerant Usage

Trade related schooling

Job description

HVAC Technician

Written Test Required at Time of Interview

Mesa Public Schools is an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest school district in Arizona. Families have sent generations of students through our schools, as we are the premier educational choice in Arizona.

Base Rate: $28.60

Performance Pay: Available annually

New hire experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New hire education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Class/Calendar: C41, 12 months

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)

FSLA: Non-Exempt

Benefits: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, matched retirement, health and life insurance

Alternative work schedule: 9/80's Monday - Thursday 9 hour shift & Friday 8 hour shift, with every other Friday off over the course of two weeks.

OVERVIEW:

To perform troubleshooting and repair tasks on all types and styles of air conditioning units and related devices and systems in a competent and timely manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school education or equivalent
• Valid Arizona driver’s license
• Minimum five years experience in refrigeration field with appropriate trade related schooling
• Certificate of successful completion of EPA approved course in ‘Proper Refrigerant Usage’
• Knowledge of all styles of air distribution systems and types of package and split system DX air conditioning units
• Knowledge of reciprocating compressor style chillers and all styles of control systems; knowledge of centrifugal compressor style chillers preferred
• Ability to fulfill trade related duties using safe working practices of the trade
• Ability to interpret, understand and work from plans, schematics and blueprints
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload; to work alone with minimal supervision; have initiative and be a self-starter
• Ability to lift and/or move 100 pounds; to work from ladders and lifts up to 40 feet
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) and to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Ability to work overtime and change schedules with minimal notice; willingness to work non-regular hours (weekends, night shift, swing shift, holidays)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working from a written work order, travel throughout assigned area of the district to perform troubleshooting and repair tasks on all types and styles of air conditioning units and related devices and systems in a competent and timely manner
• Keep site based personnel properly informed of system status
• Interface with immediate supervisor(s) on a routine basis to keep them apprised of work order status
• Regular and on-time attendance required

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Keep service vehicle clean, orderly and properly stocked with parts and supplies
• Process work orders and paperwork appropriately and in a timely manner
• Assist in keeping HVAC shop clean
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

SUPERVISION:

HVAC Assist Lead

HVAC Lead

Note: Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Transportation. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION: The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or marital status.