What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Service Technician I - Public Works position at City of Phoenix?
About This Position
The Public Works Department offers experienced HVAC/Mechanical systems technicians the opportunity to join our team.
HVAC Service Technicians I will perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems/components and other mechanical equipment, in one or more public buildings. Types of equipment include split systems and package units ranging from 1.5 ton to 20 tons, water source heat pumps, evaporative coolers, and exhaust fans.
This position often works independently. Candidates must be self-motivated and able to work alone.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Ability To
Pay Range: $30.31 to $40.61 per hour.
Hiring Range: $30.31 to $38.68 per hour.
Pay Range Explanation
A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:
Minimum Qualifications
The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:
Eight years of experience in the operation and maintenance of commercial and residential heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R).
Experience With
Recruitment closes April 28, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.
How To Apply
Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.
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City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
The Public Works Department offers experienced HVAC/Mechanical systems technicians the opportunity to join our team.
HVAC Service Technicians I will perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems/components and other mechanical equipment, in one or more public buildings. Types of equipment include split systems and package units ranging from 1.5 ton to 20 tons, water source heat pumps, evaporative coolers, and exhaust fans.
This position often works independently. Candidates must be self-motivated and able to work alone.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Ability To
- Work independently and safely using standard HVAC technician tools & equipment, i.e. climbing ladders, electric and hydraulic lifts, power tools, hand tools, refrigerant recovery equipment.
- Proficiently read and interpret blueprints, performance charts, control panels and PC terminals.
Pay Range: $30.31 to $40.61 per hour.
Hiring Range: $30.31 to $38.68 per hour.
Pay Range Explanation
- Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
- Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:
- Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
- 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
- Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
- Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
- Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
- Dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Employer paid long-term disability
- Free Bus/light rail pass
- Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
- Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
- Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi
Minimum Qualifications
- Four years of experience in the operation and maintenance of large and small, modern refrigeration and heating systems.
- Supplemented by training in modern refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
- OR Completion of an acceptable apprenticeship program.
- Possess EPA 608 HVACR Universal certification at time of application.
- Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
- All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
- Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must be fingerprinted and will have their fingerprints used to check the Criminal History Records of the State of Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Any records returned will be reviewed to determine the candidate's suitability for the job.
- Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
- For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.
- The City job description can be found here.
- Working irregular hours, shifts, weekends, holidays, and evenings may be required.
- Moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds may be required.
The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:
Eight years of experience in the operation and maintenance of commercial and residential heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R).
Experience With
- Preventative maintenance programs and processes.
- Installation and service of package and split HVAC/R equipment.
- A customer service-oriented environment.
- Pipe fitting, brazing, soldiering and welding various pipe materials.
- Chillers, cooling towers, and pumps.
- Light plumbing repairs.
- Computer programs such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and SAP or similar software.
- Residential Package Unit and Split System Repair.
- Commercial Package Unit and Split System Repair.
- Building Energy Management System (BMMS).
Recruitment closes April 28, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.
This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.
How To Apply
Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.
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Building Equip Op I, JC:74650, ID# 61353, 4/15/26, USM, AJ, Benefits:002
Building the Phoenix of tomorrow.
#DoWorkThatMakesPhoenixWork
City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $720 - $6,500