HVAC Mechanic I

Salary: $43,534.40 - $61,110.40 Annually
Location : Determined by Department Necessity, Little Rock, AR
Job Type: Full Time- Regular Position
Job Number: PW-2026-08
Department: Public Works Department
Division: Building Services
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/9/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LBRUNION
Supervisory Responsibility?: No
On-Line Applications Only?: Yes
Department:: Public Works
Grade: 359


The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Objective & Safety/Security Sensitive Designation

JOB OBJECTIVE: To repair and maintain air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems and pneumatic equipment at City of Little Rock buildings and facilities.

This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Essential Functions


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Minimum Qualifications, Additional Requirements and Supervisory Responsibilities
These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through completion of a vocational-technical school course in heating and air conditioning systems, four (4) years of experience as a HVAC Mechanic; one (1) year of personal computer experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must be available to respond to emergency calls outside of normal working hours to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must obtain an Arkansas Class B HVAC license within (2) years of employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must obtain an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 certification Type 1 and Type 2 administered by an EPA approved organization before employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must possess an Arkansas HVACR registrant license within thirty (30) days of employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.

DISCLAIMER:
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Application Requirements

• Online applications only
• Applicant's answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically.
• Please include a complete work history when completing application. Work history may impact initial salary offer amount for the successful candidate.
• List of qualified applicants will be considered active for up to six (6) months and may be used to fill future openings with same or similar minimum qualifications.
• All communication regarding application status will be sent to candidates via text message/ email address listed on account.
• You may check your NeoGov inbox to review all notices sent to the email address associated with your applications.
• Applicants may check application status for any position by logging into their account at or contacting Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io if they are having computer difficulties.

CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BENEFITS

INSURANCE

CIGNA HEALTH PLAN(S)

Base Plan: Emp only:$0.00; Emp + Spouse: $216.10, Emp + Child(ren): $195.49; Family: $308.84.


Buy-up 1 Plan: Emp only: 38.10; Emp + Spouse: $296.11, Emp + Child(ren): $267.88; Family: $423.14.


Buy-up 2Plan: Emp only: 51.83; Emp + Spouse: $324.93, Emp + Child(ren): $293.95; Family: $464.32.


High-Deductible Health Plan: Emp only:0.00; Emp + Spouse: $203.33, Emp + Child(ren): $183.91; Family: $290.61.
Four (4) plans to choose from: Base Plan; Buy-up 1 Plan, Buy-up 2 Plan or High Deductible
Base Plan: $3,000 deductible (in network), $40 co-pay for PCP - $70 co-pay for specialist; Prescription co-pays: $0, $20, $40, $80co-pay, $200 Rx deductible for Tier 2, 3, 4

Buy-up 1 Plan: $2,000 deductible (in network), $30 co-pay for PCP - $60 co-pay for specialist; Prescription co-pays: $15, $45, $70, $70 copay; no additional Rx deductible.

Buy-up 2 Plan: $1,000 deductible (in network), $25 co-pay for PCP - $50 co-pay for specialist; Prescription co-payments: $15, $45, $70, $70co-pay; no additional Rx deductible.

High-Deductible Plan: $2,500 deductible (in network), Prescriptions: Tier 1 10% after deductible; Tier 2 20% after deductible; Tier 3 30% after deductible; Tier 4 $80 co-pay after deductible

DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE

Base Plan Emp: $0; Family: $17.46. per pay period.


High Plan: Employee Only: $8.77; Family $44.38

VISION (VSP)

Emp: $0.00; and Family $1.00 per pay period

$0 deductible - co-pays and allowances; $10 co-pay for well vision exam (once every 12 months) plus $50 co-pay for materials, lens & frames or contact lens fitting & evaluation up to $60.

$150 allowance for frames (once every24-monthframes/12-monthlenses) Or - Elective Contact Lens - $105allowance, Necessary Contact Lens $210 allowance once every 12 months.

OTHER PROVIDED INSURANCE

Life Insurance -The Basic Life Benefit is 2x times your salary. Mid Managers and above is 3x your salary. The premium is 100% paid by the employer and is effective your hire date.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment -The AD&D benefit is 1x your annual salary rounded to the next thousand of coverage.

Long Term Disability-60% of salary continuance after6-monthelimination period.

RETIREMENT

PENSION- All full time, non-uniform employees

Non-uniform employees shall be required to participate immediately upon employment in the 2014 Defined Benefit Plan. Contributions are mandatory for both the employee and the ? City. Contribution rates are: Employee: 4.5% of salary Employer 9% of salary.

OTHER COMPE NSATION

LONGEVITY PAY (provided to all employees)

Longevity pay will be paid at a rate of $4.00 (four dollars) for each year of service up to and including the fifth (5th) year. Longevity pay will be paid at a rate of $7.00 (seven dollars) per year for the sixth (6th) year of service and each additional year thereafter.

LEAVE(S)

VACATION LEAVE

Years of Service

Vacation Days Annual Accrual

Up to 3 years of service

10

3 to 10 years of service

15

10 to 20 years of service

19

20 years of service and over

23

SICK LEAVE

On an annual basis

12 DAYS

FUNERAL LEAVE

Days of Funeral Leave

Funeral Leave Conditions

3 days


For an immediate family member-immediate family is defined as mother, father, stepmother, stepfather, brother, sister, son, daughter, grandparents, grandchildren, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, spouse, or spouse's immediate family.

4 days


For an immediate family member if the funeral is out-of-state
01


Do you possess vocational-technical training in heating and air conditioning systems or a related field?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have at least two (2) years of experience as an HVAC Mechanic or in a related field?

• Yes
• No

03


If yes, please describe your HVAC experience, including the types of heating and air conditioning systems you have serviced, repaired, installed, or maintained. (Please ensure this information is included in your work history.) If not applicable, please enter N/A.
04


Do you have at least one (1) year of personal computer experience?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you currently possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver's License, or are you able to obtain one before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position?

• Yes
• No

06


Are you able and willing to respond to emergency calls outside of normal working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required?

• Yes
• No

07


Are you able and willing to obtain a valid Arkansas Class B HVAC License within two (2) years of employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position?

• Yes
• No

08


Do you currently possess an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 certification, Type 1 and Type 2, administered by an EPA-approved organization?

• Yes
• No

09


Are you able and willing to obtain and maintain an Arkansas HVACR Registrant License within thirty (30) days of employment?

• Yes
• No

10


How did you find out about this particular position?

• LRJobs.LittleRock.gov
• Facebook/Social Media
• Arkansas Business
• KARK4/FOX16 Social Media Live
• Newspaper (Arkansas Democrat Gazette or El Latino)
• City Employee
• Friend or relative who does not work for the City
• Internet Search Engine (Google, Yahoo, Bing)
• Career Builder/Indeed
• Government Jobs
• Indeed
• College/University Career Page
• Career Fair
• Virtual Job Fair
• Career Counselor (Military or Goodwill, Workforce)
• Re-entry Program (Community Programs)
• Department of Workforce Services
• Professional Association
• Other

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