HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician I – Parks & Recreation

Salary: $57,000 annually

Posting Expires: March 17, 2026

General Description: Performs skilled technical work in the maintenance, repair, replacement, and installation of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, controls and distribution systems. This is the entry level for this job family. Individuals entering this level must already possess the basic knowledge of the work and the required motor skills and physical capabilities to carry out basic tasks. Typically performs the simplest pertinent tasks, assists higher level workers in more complex jobs, prepares or puts away tools.

Position may be part of an apprentice program; position may be classified as an Apprentice if such a program/class exists. Position is distinguished from a semi-skilled laborer in that this position routinely uses tools appropriate to higher level skilled positions.

Supervision: Works under very general supervision. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.

• Installs, repairs and operates heating and air conditioning units, water coolers and refrigeration units in assigned facilities.
• Monitors, inspects, and calibrates equipment to ensure proper working order.
• Maintains equipment to ensure continuous operation which includes charging system with refrigerants and recovery of refrigerants in compliance with environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoots malfunctioning heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems to determine the cause of the malfunction.
• Provides technical assistance with the design of HVAC systems including installations and modifications to existing systems.
• Reads blueprints, equipment diagrams and drawings to properly layout projects.
• Prepares and submits requests for supplies and equipment.
• Maintains an accurate record of materials and supplies used.
• Responds to emergency service requests in a timely and effective manner.
• Assist and monitor vendors/contractors while on site making repairs.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of HVAC terminology; knowledge of safety procedures; knowledge of HVAC principles and techniques; knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of HVAC maintenance and repairs. Skill in operating recovery equipment, tools, and UV leak detection equipment; skill in operating a fork lift, bucket truck, cranes, and various tools and meters used to perform daily job duties; skill in operating basic hand and power tools such as a power drill, saw and related equipment.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, plans, sketches, blueprints, and procedure manuals; ability to write reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization; ability to use and understand facility controls to assist in the operation of the HVAC components.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience performing maintenance on HVAC systems.
• E.P.A Certification required.
• Valid State of Georgia Drivers License required.

Preferred Requirements: Technical School Certificate.

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Medium work:
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment…