Facilities HVAC Technician

Facilities HVAC Technician

Salary

$21.99 Hourly

Location

18500 Murdock Circle Port Charlotte 33948, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2026-00301

Department

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Opening Date

09/16/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

IUPAT

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How You Can Help Us Make a Difference

Keep It Cool. Keep It Smart. Keep It Running.

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a knack for high-tech systems and a passion for keeping environments comfortable and energy-efficient? Were looking for a skilled Facilities HVAC Technician to join our team and take on challenging, rewarding work that keeps critical systems running smoothly.

In this role, youll perform advanced technical work involving the installation, repair, and maintenance of complex HVAC systems and their associated controls. From high-efficiency heating and cooling units to smart building management systems, you'll handle it all. Youll use a variety of computer programs and apply your deep knowledge in air and water test balancing, electronic and pneumatic controls, and digital diagnostics to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Every day brings something new-whether its troubleshooting for temperature consistency, improving indoor air quality, or implementing solutions that save energy and reduce costs. If youre looking to work with cutting-edge systems and make a real impact on comfort and sustainability, this is the role for you.

Your Purpose & Day-To-Day Journey

This position requires knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, modern office practices, and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related software. The role also demands strong technical knowledge of the air conditioning, refrigeration, electrical, and plumbing trades, including HVACR systems; Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB); pneumatic, electric, and electronic controls; and complex systems such as chilled water plants, ice bank systems, multiple chiller types, and cooling towers. Successful candidates must have experience in electronic troubleshooting and the skill to use HVACR control software and standard office equipment. The position calls for effective written and verbal communication, strong organizational and prioritization skills, and the ability to maintain accurate records and reports. Candidates must be able to work independently, operate a motor vehicle, safely perform duties around high voltage, high-pressure gases, high temperatures, and high noise levels, provide quality customer assistance, prepare reports and technical documentation, and establish positive working relationships with staff, service providers, and the public.

Education & Credentials That Power This Role

Education and Experience:

An equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by vocational or technical training in HVAC installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Five (5) years of experience in HVAC installation, maintenance and repair.

Licenses and/or Certificates:

• Must maintain a valid driver's license.

• Must maintain within six (6) months of position assignment:

• Maintain HVAC Universal Certification from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Depending on position assignment… if assigned to work within the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office/Justice Center/Jail additional background checks will be required:

• Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS).

• FALCON Integrated Criminal History System.

Extra Details You Should Know

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work requires some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, covered loading docks, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust.

RISK/SAFETY CONDITIONS

The position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, assault and battery, heavy equipment, communicable disease, etc.).

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Charlotte County is an Affirmative Action, ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a veterans preference employer, certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans' preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.

All positions with Charlotte County may be subject to drug testing in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Program and/or County policy.

Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time employees.

Charlotte County Benefits & Total Rewards

Employer Charlotte, County of (FL)

Address 18500 Murdock Circle

Room 130

Port Charlotte, Florida, 33948

Phone 941-743-1260

Website https://www.CharlotteCountyFL.gov