HVAC Technician​/Maintenance Worker

Vacancy 2026-27: HVAC Technician/Maintenance Worker

Augusta County Public Schools Maintenance Department – 168 Hornet Road Fishersville, VA 22939 – Fishersville, Virginia.
Starting Date:
Jul 1, 2026.

The HVAC Technician/Maintenance Worker will be required to install, maintain, and repair HVAC equipment and use the Building Automated System (BAS) to monitor systems in all Augusta County Schools.

Reports to: Executive Director of Maintenance and Operations

FLSA: Exempt

Classification: N6 Scale – 260 days per year, 8 hours per day.

Job : 5782748

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

• Must possess a high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• At least one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Valid Virginia Driver’s License.
• CFC Certification (Type I/II) required.
• CFC Type Universal preferred.

• Learn locations of all HVAC equipment and how they relate to each building.
• Maintain and repair all HVAC equipment and components to manufacturer recommendations (valves, motors, belts, bearings, filters, lubrication, etc.).
• Learn the basics of equipment management controls to start, stop, view status or change conditions on HVAC systems.
• Complete and close out Work Orders on the online system.
• Replace bearings and seals on centrifugal pumps; change bearings on fan systems, motors and pump shafts.
• Run the boiler and chiller plants to maintain system temperatures and equipment run times through BAS.
• Familiar with cooling tower operations and repair potential problems.
• Boiler troubleshooting, repair, and cleaning experience would be valuable (preferred, not required).
• Service, install, repair and replace single and three‑phase refrigeration systems (mini‑splits, split systems, chillers, packaged units, etc.).

• Demonstrate punctuality and observe assigned working hours.
• Adhere to and promote policy, regulations, and procedures as established in the Administrative Manual.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude in the work environment.
• Maintain appropriate dress, hygiene, personal appearance, and conduct at all times.
• Work independently while being able to collaborate with others.
• Recognize and report potential health and safety hazards to supervisory personnel.
• Work outside of assigned areas when requested.
• Be willing to work beyond normal contract time in emergencies, including after‑hours and/or weekends; demonstrate flexibility.
• Maintain a neat, organized, and safe work area; follow correct safety procedures.
• Respect others’ tools and workplace.
• Cooperate with employees and assist others; work effectively as a team member.
• Communicate with school personnel regarding work order status.
• Demonstrate courtesy and professionalism in all communications.
• Maintain good rapport with school patrons and the general public.
• Uphold confidentiality of work‑related matters.
• Attend required meetings, programs, and activities.
• Work and communicate with subcontractors during planning, scheduling, and completing assignments.
• Pursue professional development, training, and growth opportunities.
• Demonstrate problem‑solving skills and abilities.
• Make decisions.
• Use basic computer skills for clocking in/out, e‑mailing, correspondence preparation, and recordkeeping.
• Hold a valid driver license in good standing.

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• Language skills: Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and work order requests. Write routine reports and correspondence. Use a computer.
• Mathematical skills: Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Apply basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning ability: Apply common sense to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Apply problem‑solving skills in analyzing and resolving encountered problems.

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