What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician – HVAC Specialist position at SustainableHR?
Maintenance Technician – HVAC Specialist
Location: Lancaster, PA | Full-Time
Are you an experienced HVAC technician looking for a role where your skills directly improve people’s lives? Join a mission-driven team dedicated to maintaining safe, comfortable housing. We’re seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician with a strong HVAC background to support day-to-day operations across our community. Your expertise will help ensure our residents enjoy reliable comfort and peace of mind year-round.
What You’ll Do
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Diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC systems, including air conditioning units, furnaces, heat pumps, and ventilation equipment
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Perform general property maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and appliance repair
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Respond to resident service requests with a customer-first approach, especially for climate control issues
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Conduct routine HVAC inspections and preventive maintenance to optimize system performance
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Support unit turnovers and assist with property-wide inspections
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Assist with seasonal tasks, including snow removal and landscaping
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Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for emergency maintenance needs
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Partner with property leadership to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to compliance standards
What We’re Looking For
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Minimum 2 years of HVAC service and maintenance experience in residential or commercial settings
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Strong technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills across a variety of HVAC systems
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General understanding of property maintenance, including basic plumbing and electrical systems
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Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
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A respectful, resident-focused demeanor, especially in senior or affordable housing communities
Preferred Qualifications
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Familiarity with apartment maintenance procedures or multi-site operations
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Proficiency with hand tools, testing meters, and basic building controls
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Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
Why This Role Stands Out
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Your HVAC expertise is highly valued and central to our operations
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Full-time stability in a supportive, team-oriented environment
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Direct impact on resident comfort and well-being
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Opportunities for growth and additional training
Additional Expectations
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Maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition
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Accurately document all work orders, HVAC servicing, and safety checks
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Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all resident and vendor interactions
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Provide basic tools; larger or specialty equipment (e.g., ladders) will be supplied on site
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Willingness to occasionally travel for training or to support nearby properties