HVAC Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Full-time HVAC Maintenance Technician

Dayshift
8.0 hours per day; some extended days/evenings
Full-time - District Benefits included

Administration Building / SLC

2026/2027 Class I Support Staff Hourly Range: $20.15 - $32.45

You must submit your application through our district website:

SUMMARY OF PURPOSE

Performs a variety of skilled tasks related to HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems as well as semi-skilled tasks supporting the maintenance, repair, operation, and improvement of District facilities. Must have experience with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing concepts including preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and coordination of specialty services. Knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, carpentry, and general maintenance applications is required. Must have at least 5 yrs. of hands-on experience with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing concepts.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

General Maintenance Functions:

1. HVAC:

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install HVAC equipment and components.
• Perform preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
• Monitor and adjust HVAC controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) to ensure efficient operation.
• Replace filters, belts, motors, actuators, valves, and other HVAC components as needed.
• Assist with maintaining indoor air quality and temperature control throughout District facilities.

2 . Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized HVAC repairs and inspections.

3. Electrical: High and low voltage concepts.

• Fixture/s, lights, switch, and receptacle replacement/repair with experience with installing conduit and basic wiring procedures.

4 . Plumbing: Fixture repair, basic piping, and sewer maintenance.

5. Appliances: Familiar with commercial appliance repair, control systems, and refrigeration.

6. Carpentry : Framing, finishing and cabinetry.

7. Welding : Basic welding, brazing, and cutting.

Operation and Maintenance of District HVAC, Electrical & Plumbing Systems:

• Mechanical: Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operational monitoring of all HVAC equipment, including boilers, chillers, rooftop units, unit ventilators, exhaust systems, and associated controls.
• Inventory: Maintain accurate inventory of HVAC parts, electrical, and plumbing equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Major Repairs: Coordinate and oversee repairs of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing equipment with qualified vendors and contractors.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all HVAC, electrical, and plumbing maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and service contracts.
• System Monitoring: Monitor HVAC performance through the Building Automation System (BAS) and respond to system alarms, operational issues, and occupant comfort concerns.

Special Maintenance Projects:

• Planning: Development and design for maintenance projects.
• Implementation: Acquire materials, complete work/installation as required to complete project.

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Troubleshooting of electronics and low voltage systems, including but not limited to:

Fire Alarms, Clock Systems, Public Address Systems, HVAC Controls/BAS, Cable Television, and Scoreboards.

• Load, unload, transfer and handle materials and equipment as required.
• Assist in the inspection of contractors working on District projects/property.
• Encourage a positive, mutually supportive office environment.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

OTHER ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret written and verbal information. Must demonstrate effective communications with, and respond in a timely manner to, questions from school board members, administrators, staff, parents and the general public.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with and apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Able to solve practical problems and deal with several variables at once. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Other Required Skills and Abilities: Perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board of Education policies.

SCOPE AND IMPACT

This position accomplishes most tasks through standard procedure, exercising independent judgment when necessary. High-level contacts of a complex and confidential nature, both inside and outside the school district, are made. Internal contacts include district office staff, district administrators, teachers, and classified staff. External contacts include parents, community members, school board members, contractors and any other business or school related entities.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum high school diploma or other equivalent (GED, technical, trade school, or foreign equivalency). Advanced degrees, licenses, or certifications preferred. HVAC certification, EPA Refrigerant Certification, trade school training, or equivalent HVAC experience preferred. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting HVAC equipment and controls. Working knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS), energy management practices, and refrigeration systems preferred. Minimum of 3 years' experience involving the responsibilities associated with maintenance.Must have at least 5 years' of hands-on experience with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing concepts.

The following clearances must be provided upon hire and updated every five years in accordance with Act 153: PA State Police-Act 34, Child Abuse- Act 151, and FBI Fingerprint-Act 114. Child Abuse training (or proof of completion) in accordance with Act 126 upon hire and repeated every five years thereafter. A negative TB test is required upon hire.

This position requires knowledge of software such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email, scanning, and various web-based applications.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL

Activities:Sitting 40%, walking/standing 60%, occasional lifting required up to 60 lbs., occasional squatting, kneeling, stooping, crawling as needed to perform maintenance functions.

Vision: Normal; Close vision, color vision and ability to focus

Mental Demands: Ability to interpret, analyze, problem solve; detailed written and verbal communications

Environment: Moderate noise level; Exposure to hot, cold, dry, wet conditions, dust; Exposure to caustic/harmful chemicals and/or indoor and outdoor conditions

Employee must be able to accomplish the performance responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform their Supervisor of any and all reasonable accommodation requests.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

This position is directly responsible to the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

Northern York County School District is an equal opportunity employer.

NYCSD is located in south central Pennsylvania, sitting at the northwestern tip of York County - perfectly positioned between three vibrant regions: Harrisburg, York, and Gettysburg. We are large enough to offer robust support and professional growth, yet small enough that educators and support staff feel seen, supported, and connected.

Company Description

NYCSD is located in south central Pennsylvania, sitting at the northwestern tip of York County - perfectly positioned between three vibrant regions: Harrisburg, York, and Gettysburg. We are large enough to offer robust support and professional growth, yet small enough that educators and support staff feel seen, supported, and connected.