HVAC Technician

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.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• 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.

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.

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.