Senior HVAC Mechanic

About Evergreen Goodwill

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1923 that helps people get jobs across Northwest Washington by offering high-quality free job training, education and job placement. Goodwill empowers individuals to overcome barriers to working, by providing comprehensive support and connecting them with life changing job opportunities, ensuring they are career-ready and can support themselves and their families.

The organization employs over 2,000 people, operates five job-training centers, 23 nonprofit retail stores and more than 27 donation sites in King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom and Kitsap Counties. Every day, Evergreen Goodwill connects people with the jobs, services and skills they need - because Jobs Change Lives. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI) and are focused on creating a joyful, inclusive and successful organization.

Title: Senior HVAC Mechanic

Location: Multiple Evergreen Goodwill Locations

Department: Facilities & Maintenance

Reports To: Facilities Manager

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Hourly Rate: $32 - $40

About the Position

Evergreen Goodwill is seeking a highly experienced Senior HVAC Mechanic responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial HVAC systems across multiple retail stores, warehouses, and administrative facilities. This role supports large-scale heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems that ensure safe, comfortable, and efficient environments for employees, customers, and program participants.

The Senior HVAC Mechanic performs advanced diagnostics, oversees preventive maintenance for complex HVAC equipment, and coordinates with external vendors for major repairs and system upgrades. The ideal candidate has strong experience working with commercial HVAC systems in large facilities such as retail stores, warehouses, or distribution centers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Commercial HVAC Maintenance and Repair

• Maintain and repair commercial HVAC systems including rooftop units (RTUs), split systems, air handling units, make-up air units, exhaust systems, and warehouse ventilation equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical, airflow, and refrigeration issues affecting large building systems.
• Repair or replace compressors, motors, belts, relays, contactors, sensors, thermostats, and other system components.
• Inspect, test, and calibrate thermostats, economizers, and building control systems.
• Perform refrigerant leak detection, system evacuation, and recharging in compliance with EPA regulations.

Preventive Maintenance

• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for HVAC equipment across Evergreen Goodwill facilities.
• Conduct routine inspections of rooftop units, mechanical rooms, duct systems, and ventilation equipment.
• Replace filters, belts, bearings, and other wear components to ensure reliable system performance.
• Identify aging or failing equipment and recommend repair or replacement strategies.

Facilities Support

• Respond to HVAC-related work orders and service requests from stores, warehouses, and administrative offices.
• Assist the Facilities team with mechanical system maintenance when necessary.
• Support emergency HVAC repairs that impact store operations or building safety.

Vendor and Project Coordination

• Coordinate with external HVAC contractors for major repairs, installations, and equipment replacements.
• Assist with evaluating vendor work and ensuring repairs meet organizational standards.
• Provide technical input for HVAC upgrades, replacements, and facility improvement projects.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure all HVAC work complies with OSHA safety requirements, EPA refrigerant regulations, and local building codes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and equipment documentation.
• Identify safety hazards related to mechanical systems and recommend corrective actions.

Position Requirements (Qualifications for the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7-10 years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial HVAC systems.
• Experience supporting large retail, warehouse, or commercial facilities strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose complex HVAC system issues and perform advanced repairs.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical HVAC components.
• Ability to manage maintenance across multiple facilities and prioritize service requests.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations

• EPA Section 608 Certification (required).
• HVAC trade certification or technical training preferred.
• Experience with building automation systems or HVAC controls is a plus.
• Valid Washington State driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, warehouses, and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders and access rooftop equipment.
• Ability frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working on ladders or lifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel regularly between multiple Evergreen Goodwill locations.
• Availability to respond to urgent HVAC issues when necessary.

Everyone Is Welcome

When you join Evergreen Goodwill, you join a truly vibrant community. We value the things that make us different and unique. From diverse international and ethnic backgrounds, to languages, identities, ages, orientations, and beyond, Evergreen Goodwill celebrates individual and cultural diversity.

Why work at Evergreen Goodwill?

• A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage

• 100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)

• Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan

• Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program

• Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time

• Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave

• Employee discounts

• Employee referral bonus

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Mentorship Program

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Paid Job Training

EEO Statement: Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, compensation, benefits, and termination.

This document does not represent a contract of employment, and EGNW reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as EGNW may deem appropriate.