HVAC Technician

Salary: $71.62 - $77.49 Hourly
Location : Seattle Center, 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00858
Department: Seattle Center
Opening Date: 06/30/2026


Position Description
Are you looking for an end goal, long-term career opportunity that offers comprehensive benefits including: medical, dental, vision, (dependent children at no-cost!) an excellent retirement program, long term disability, group term life insurance, paid parental leave, maternity and paternity leave, deferred compensation options, a free ORCA pass and much, much more?

Seattle Center, Technical Facilities Management Division, is seeking full-time HVAC Technicians. This position will run continuously until filled, so apply today!

About this position:

The HVAC Technician position is part of a team responsible for operating and maintaining the Seattle Center boilers, chillers, heat pumps, AC units, plus all Air Handling Units and mixing boxes in the buildings and facilities. This HVAC Engineering unit is part of the Division of Technical Facilities Management. This position reports to the HVAC Crew Chief.
A City of Seattle Grade II Steam License is REQUIRED; however, we are accepting applications from applicants with a Grade III City of Seattle Steam Engineers license, with the condition that they mustobtain a City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers license, within six months of employment.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair central plant high pressure, fire tube boilers, and low-pressure package boilers and both steam and hot water associated equipment
• Operate, maintain, and repair two central plant Centrifugal Chillers and associated equipment
• Perform inspections, installation, repair, and preventive maintenance on existing equipment including valves, pumps, air compressors and associated equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair A/C Units, Heat pumps and appliances.
• Operate, install, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC computerized control system
• Operate and maintain back-up diesel generator systems
• Monitor and reset fire control panels
• Repair and maintain hydraulic systems on compactors and truck ramps
• Monitor and record readings of all equipment, prepare maintenance records of repair work
• Respond to routine emergency calls
• Perform, chemical test and treatment for boilers, cooling towers and Hydronic and chilled water loop systems

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Current City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers License is required.
• Requires two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of HVACR systems or two years of technical school HVACR coursework (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

License, Certification, and Other Requirements:

• A current City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers License
• A valid Washington State Driver's License and good driving record
• Ability to obtain a City of Seattle Refrigeration Operator's License within 90 days of employment

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• The ability to work within a diverse workforce
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting or alone
• Demonstrated ability to follow verbal or written instructions
• Demonstrated ability to organize work, solve medium to complex problems and manage priorities and inflexible deadlines
• Work experience in maintaining and operating digital control systems

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Stand, walk, climb, climb ladders, bend for extended periods of time
• Lift up to 50 lbs. (up to 75 lbs. with assistance) safely and effectively
• Working at heights and in restricted areas using precautions and attention to safety procedures/equipment
• Exposure to excessive noise and requires taking safety precautions around equipment
• Seattle Center is a 24/7 - 365 day per year operation. HVAC Technicians work various shifts, including days, nights, weekends and holidays

Additional Information
The full pay range for this step-progression position is $71.62 - $77.49 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $71.62 hourly. Current City employees' starting rate of pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions.
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Submit the following items to be considered for these vacancies:

1. NEOGOV online (or paper) application
2. Supplemental questionnaire

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Driving Record - A current, "FULL" driving abstract from the Department of Licensing submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.

Pre-Employment Physical - Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment physical.
About Seattle Center - The Cultural Heart of the Pacific Northwest

Seattle Center is a 74-acre civic, arts, and cultural gathering place in the heart of Seattle and home to more than 30 partner organizations, including Climate Pledge Arena, KEXP, Museum of Pop Culture (MOPOP), Pacific Northwest Ballet, Seattle Opera, Pacific Science Center, SIFF, and many others. Anchored by world-class attractions, historic venues, public art, and a dynamic calendar of free and affordable events centered around the iconic International Fountain, Seattle Center brings together arts, culture, sports, and community year-round.

As a department of the City of Seattle and anchor of the Uptown Arts and Cultural District, Seattle Center serves residents from across the Puget Sound region alongside visitors from around the world.

In partnership with Friends of Waterfront Park, Seattle Center provides operations, maintenance, and public safety services for Waterfront Park, while Friends leads park experience, programming, and stewardship along Seattle's downtown waterfront.
Why work at the City?

The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in dismantling racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and create and provide equitable processes and services. )

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:


For helpful tips on the application process and recruitment process:
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
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Please select the Steam Engineers License you possess:

• City of Seattle Grade I Steam Engineers License
• City of Seattle Grade II Steam Engineers License
• City of Seattle Grade III Steam Engineers License
• City of Seattle Grade IV Steam Engineers License
• I do not have a Steam Engineers License

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Please provide your City of Seattle Steam Engineers license number.
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Do you have a minimum of 2 years' experience in the operation and maintenance of HVACR systems or two years of technical school or a combination of education and training and experience which provides equivalent qualifications?

• Yes
• No

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3. Please select the City of Seattle Refrigeration Engineers License you possess:

• City of Seattle Class A Operators License
• City of Seattle Class C Operators License
• City of Seattle Class A Mechanics License
• City of Seattle Class C Mechanics License
• I do not have a City of Seattle Refrigeration License

05


Please provide your City of Seattle Refrigeration Engineers License number.
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Do you possess a valid Washington Driver License and good driving record?

• Yes
• No

07


Are you able to lift up to 50 lbs. (up to 75 lbs. with assistance) safely and effectively and work at heights?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing and able to stand, walk, climb, climb ladders, and bend for extended periods of time?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing and able to work varying shifts, including; days, nights, holidays and weekends?

• Yes
• No

Required Question