HVAC Technician

Position Purpose

The HVAC Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and supporting the operation of the school’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. This position helps ensure that campus facilities provide a safe, comfortable, and functional environment for students, employees, and guests. The HVAC Technician performs preventive maintenance, responds to service needs, and supports the overall operations of the Facilities Department while demonstrating professionalism and Christ-like character.

Essential Functions

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair HVAC equipment and systems throughout the campus.

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, airflow, thermostat, and control-related HVAC issues and complete appropriate repairs.

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including filters, belts, motors, coils, drains, thermostats, and related components.

• Monitor HVAC systems for proper operation, efficiency, temperature control, and potential equipment failures.

• Respond promptly to HVAC service requests and prioritize issues affecting student and employee safety, instructional spaces, and critical campus operations.

• Perform routine inspections and identify equipment or components requiring repair or replacement.

• Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance, repairs, equipment conditions, and completed work orders.

• Coordinate with outside HVAC contractors and vendors when repairs or services require specialized support.

• Assist with evaluating HVAC equipment and identifying replacement or capital improvement needs.

• Maintain HVAC tools, equipment, parts, and supplies in an organized and safe manner.

• Follow applicable safety procedures when working with electrical systems, refrigerants, ladders, rooftops, mechanical equipment, and other potential hazards.

• Ensure work areas are maintained in a clean and safe condition and secured appropriately when work is performed around students or employees.

• Assist the Facilities Department with general maintenance, event preparation, emergency response, and other campus needs as necessary.

• Participate in after-hours or emergency response when HVAC or facility conditions require immediate attention.

• Follow school policies, safety procedures, and Student Protection Program requirements.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, equipment, controls, and preventive maintenance practices.

• Ability to diagnose and repair common mechanical, electrical, and HVAC system problems.

• Ability to read equipment specifications, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to safely use HVAC diagnostic equipment, hand tools, power tools, ladders, and related equipment.

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple service requests.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the Facilities team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Dependable, responsive, and attentive to detail.

• Ability to interact professionally and appropriately with students, employees, parents, vendors, and visitors.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• HVAC technical training, trade school certification, or equivalent combination of training and relevant experience preferred.

• Previous experience maintaining and repairing commercial HVAC systems preferred.

• Experience working in a school, commercial facility, institutional facility, or similar multi-building environment preferred.

• EPA Section 608 certification required when job responsibilities include servicing equipment containing regulated refrigerants.

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record may be required.

• Additional HVAC licenses or registrations must be maintained as required by applicable law and the scope of work performed.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, and work in confined or elevated spaces.

• Frequently use ladders and access rooftops, mechanical rooms, equipment areas, and other campus locations.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment, tools, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds independently and heavier items with appropriate assistance or equipment.

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.

• Regular exposure to mechanical equipment, electrical components, dust, noise, refrigerants, and other conditions associated with HVAC and facilities maintenance.

• Must be able to safely perform work around students, employees, and occupied school facilities.

• May occasionally be required to work outside normal business hours for emergencies, special events, equipment failures, or other operational needs.