Air Conditioning Technician
City of ClearwaterAbout the role
Posting number: 2026-00028
Department: General Support Services
Job classification: Air Conditioning Technician
Posting type: Open
Categories: Building Maintenance, Trades, Maintenance, Construction Trades
Summary
ENTRY SALARY: $56,345.31
Examples of duties
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Installs, modifies, maintains, and repairs all air conditioning and ventilation systems, equipment, components, and fixtures within the City municipal buildings, and facilities; ensures functionality and operation.
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Responds to HVAC and refrigeration system outages and issues; provides mechanical and technical expertise to identify issues, address problems, and resolve issues with appropriate skill; performs work on building automated systems, fire alarms, intrusion systems, and other service requests.
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Oversees, engages, and works with contractors performing maintenance, installation, repair and service of mechanical systems; communicates and collaborates effectively to address problems and repair challenging issues.
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Reviews and evaluates specifications and plan documentations for construction projects; provides expertise on refrigeration placement, specifications, and drawings; assists in determining HVAC and refrigeration installation and service.
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Reads and interprets blueprints and designs; determines necessary work to be done and establishes a timeline for completion; prioritizes emergent HVAC issues and ensures all work is completed or assigned.
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Services and repairs ice machines and refrigerated coolers, boilers, water heaters, pumps and other refrigeration equipment.
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Keeps, maintains, and drafts records and files on work in process and work completed; provides detailed information on plumbing work and tasks still in process.
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Orders and acquires parts, provides general training, and operates and services City vehicles and equipment used in performing job tasks.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.
EPA Universal Certification Card for handling refrigerants is required.
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:
HVAC maintenance hand tools, brazing torch, reference gauges, temperature gauges, portable drill, vacuum pump, forklift, platform truck, and other equipment as assigned.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate AND completion of one (1) year of vocational training in air conditioning installation or repair work PLUS two (2) years of experience in air conditioning installation or repair work; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental information
Knowledge of –
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Practices, principles, methods, and skills in the care and maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration equipment, fixtures, and components
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HVAC control systems including direct digital, low voltage, and high voltage controls
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Construction sites and related safety protocols
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Safety and hazard precautions
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Power tools and heavy equipment
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Department policies and protocols
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Equipment maintenan
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