2026-27 HVAC Technician - Facilities

North Thurston Public Schools•Lacey, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for constructing, installing, modifying, repairing and maintaining heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment and environmental control systems. Participates in reviewing heating and cooling requirements and making recommendations to achieve optimum system effectiveness and efficiency. Work is performed under the general supervision of the maintenance supervisor who assigns responsibilities and sets priorities. Employee is expected to perform with a high degree of independence to include planning the work for efficiency and for avoiding unnecessary disruption of the education learning environment. Completed work is evaluated for timeliness, completeness, safety, and efficiency of equipment operation.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Minimum of two years of commercial, k-12 or higher education level experience in the HVAC trade.
Working knowledge of facility maintenance and systems.
Ability to work effectively in a school environment with priority emphasis on safety and minimal disruption of the educational instruction process.
Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision making capabilities are essential.
Knowledge of state and local codes related to assigned trade/craft.
Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license and a safe driving record and be able and willing to operate district owned vehicles.
Knowledge of Direct Digital Control (DDC) Automated Systems.
Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
Successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.

Nice To Haves

Trained in First Aid.
CPR and defibrillator training may be required.
Journeyman electrician knowledge.
Boiler Experience, Operators License or Certificate.
Universal Refrigeration Certificate.
May be required to possess or obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Analyzes HVAC system requirements, conducts research on new equipment and procedures, and recommends new systems or modifications.
Interprets equipment diagrams and schematics, and blueprints.
Utilizes diagnostic equipment to assess malfunctions and determine needed repairs.
Plans work based on appropriate sequence and procedure.
Determines required supplies and materials and takes action to assure the availability of such materials at the time needed.
Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs heat pumps, chillers and associated equipment.
Installs, wires, and programs controls and other related electrical equipment.
May supervise or direct helpers and other staff in performing the above work.
Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs hydronic centralized boilers, circ pumps and all associated equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.