Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The HVAC Manager oversees the daily operations, maintenance, and performance of all HVAC systems across the district. This role leads a team of HVAC technicians to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient heating and cooling in all school and district facilities. The HVAC Manager prioritizes urgent service needs, drives preventative maintenance practices, and ensures systems are fully operational to support teaching and learning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Team Leadership & Service Delivery

• Lead and supervise HVAC specialists and technicians, including performance evaluations, scheduling, and identifying training needs; ensure technicians maintain required certifications (e.g., EPA Universal).
• Manage daily work orders through the Facilities Management System, prioritizing urgent issues such as "no-cool" and "no-heat" calls to ensure timely service to schools.
• Partner with School-Based operations teams to ensure high-quality, responsive service delivery.
• Respond to and resolve complex or escalated HVAC issues impacting school operations.

Systems Management & Preventative Maintenance

• Oversee the Energy Management System (EMS/BAS) to maintain required temperatures during instructional hours and troubleshoot system issues.
• Implement and monitor a preventative maintenance program, including filter changes, coil cleaning, and system inspections to extend equipment life and reduce downtime.
• Supervise cooling tower and water system treatment, ensuring proper chemical management and compliance
• Monitor system performance and work order trends to improve efficiency and reduce repeat service needs.
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with applicable safety standards. with safety and environmental standards.

Planning, Readiness & Resource Coordination

• Lead seasonal readiness efforts, including executing the summer HVAC readiness plan to ensure systems are fully operational for the start of the school year.
• Coordinate with Warehouse Services to maintain critical inventory and ensure timely access to parts for repairs.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized repairs or services as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, controls, and preventative maintenance practices
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex HVAC issues in a timely manner
• Ability to supervise, coach, and hold technicians accountable for performance and quality of work
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple service requests, including urgent "no-cool/no-heat" situations
• Experience using work order systems and/or Energy Management Systems (EMS/BAS)
• Knowledge of safety standards, building codes, and regulatory requirements related to HVAC systems
• Ability to plan and execute maintenance schedules and seasonal readiness efforts
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with school staff, internal teams, and vendors
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and high-pressure situations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED

• Technical training or certification in HVAC or a related field (e.g., trade school or apprenticeship program) preferred

• Associate degree in HVAC technology, mechanical systems, or a related field preferred

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• Valid driver's license

• EPA Universal Certification, HVAC license, OSHA 10 or 30 preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with commercial HVAC systems

• Experience supervising HVAC technicians or leading a team preferred

• Experience in a school district or large facility environment preferred

COMPENSATION

Salary Grade: 131

Salary Range: Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools

Work Year: Annual (252 - Day)

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.