HVAC Service Technician

Allegheny County Housing Authority•McKees Rocks, PA

35d•$0 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time (40 hours/week) temporary to potentially permanent position in the Facilities Management Department performs skilled work in the installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of heating, steam/hot water boiler, forced air, heat pump, and AC systems, as well as plant and building equipment at ACHA sites. The HVAC Service Technician ensures all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, with coursework in skilled crafts or trades training.
Demonstrated HVAC trade experience, or any acceptable combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of standard practices, materials, and processes of the HVAC trade.
Must have and maintain a valid PA driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle as needed.
EPA Section 608 Certification (Universal) required.

Nice To Haves

Additional HVAC trade certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains, repairs, and replaces all types of heating and AC equipment.
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs HVAC systems and controls, including electrical and mechanical components.
Cleans boilers and prepares systems for State inspections.
Performs related work on warm air units and domestic hot water systems.
Services and replaces HVAC systems/units, including: Central hot water and steam heating plants, Central domestic hot water systems, Central AC systems, Heat pumps, Individual window/wall AC units, Individual hot air furnaces and combination heating/air units, Individual apartment hot water heating boilers, Individual free-standing domestic hot water heaters (approx. 80 gal.).
Maintains and documents refrigerant evacuation and recovery in compliance with EPA regulations.
Determines quantities and costs of supplies; requests materials orally or in writing.
Cleans and stores tools/equipment and maintains work sites.
Maintains records, logs, and inspection reports to document work performed, including refrigerant usage.
Reports hazards, unsafe conditions, or system deficiencies promptly.
Works cooperatively with other trades, contractors, and staff to ensure efficient completion of projects.
Complies with OSHA, EPA, and ACHA safety policies; uses PPE (respirators, gloves, goggles, etc.) as required.