Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician

About the role

The City of Seattle is seeking experienced, reliable, and team-oriented HVAC Technicians to join our team. Our HVAC Technicians serve various locations including Seattle City Hall, Seattle Municipal Tower, Fleets Management garages, Seattle City Fire, and more.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and install HVAC equipment.
  • Examples: heat pumps, coolers, chillers, refrigeration units, air handlers, VAV systems, exhaust systems, condensers, evaporators, coils, strip heaters, boilers, thermostats, VFDs, and hot water systems.
• Collaborate on troubleshooting and repairing DDC and pneumatic controls.
• Operate computerized controls
• Maintain documentation for services performed and shop materials used
• Respond to facilities related inquiries and emergencies
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of work and jobsite spaces

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: 2 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, OR 2 years of technical school HVAC coursework.
• License, Certification, And Other Requirements:
  • Within 90 days of hire: City of Seattle Grade Ill Steam Engineer's license (requires at least 3 years of employment in a position directly responsible for the operation of boilers, or educational substitution for experience, plus one year of experience.)
  • City of Seattle Refrigeration Mechanic's License class A (requires 3 years of experience conducting refrigeration repair and installation, as an apprentice to or as a journeyman refrigeration and/or air conditioning mechanic; or 2 years of training in a recognized school of technology, plus one year of experience in the refrigeration trade; or 2 years full-time experience in the refrigeration trade and graduation from a recognized trade school of refrigeration technology.)
  • L06A or EL07 Washington State Electrician Specialty License (minimum requirement of 4,000 hours of work experience under the supervision of a journey level electrician to obtain this license. HVAC/refrigeration system (EL06A) Nonresidential maintenance (EL07) EPA CFC Universal Certificate)
  • Current Washington State driver's license or be able to obtain one by the start date

Additional Information

This position is classified as a Classified Civil Service, regular, Full-Time. It is Civil Service represented, FLSA non-exempt and is eligible for overtime. The full range for this step-progression position is $61.79 - $66.81 per hour.

Application Process

Applications will be reviewed weekly. Qualified candidates will be invited for both practical and written tests. To be considered for this position, you must submit the following items: Completed NEOGOV online application with your relevant experience or employment history. The most competitive candidates, demonstrating strong qualifications, may be invited to a testing process. As this is a highly competitive recruitment, clearly detail your experience. 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.

Background Check

Applicants must successfully pass a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.

Pre-Employment Physical

Successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment physical.

Driving Record

A current, “FULL” driving abstract from the Department of Licensing is required to be submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration.

Why work at the City of Seattle?

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 the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.

Candidate Notification

Many important notifications including interview or test invitations, result notices, and status updates will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add john.blackmore@seattle.gov to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Candidates can also check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing their profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is the applicant's responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence.