Salary: See Position Description
Location : Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2500204
Department: Facilities & Strategic Infrastructure Management
Opening Date: 04/23/2025
Closing Date: 5/6/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt

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Job Summary
Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for systems that just work? Do you thrive when diagnosing, fixing, and fine-tuning HVAC systems that power vital public buildings? If you're looking to use your skills in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment where no two days are the same - we've got the perfect opportunity for you. El Paso County is looking for a skilled and motivated HVAC Technician to join a collaborative facilities team committed to maintaining comfortable, safe, and fully operational spaces across County buildings. You'll focus on HVAC systems and have opportunities to grow your skills and take on a variety of tasks that keep our operations running smoothly.

HVAC Technician II:

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $69,000 annually

HVAC Technician III:

Hiring Range: $69,700 - $74,000 annually

This position has an anticipated work schedule of either Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm or four, 10-hour shifts Monday - Thursday/Tuesday - Friday, 6:30am - 5:00pm. Schedule is subject to change.

Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.

Performs a wide variety of duties associated with all phases of HVAC preventive maintenance, cleaning, repair, modification, adjustment, and lubrication of heating, ventilation, and refrigeration systems, associated equipment, and fixtures. Assists in accomplishing other building maintenance and repair (i.e. carpentry, electrical, and plumbing). Assignments are made in the form of written or verbal instructions and may be accompanied by sketches and blueprints, although much of the work arises out of inspections and troubleshooting. Work is ordinarily performed independently but may work as part of a team.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance and services and repairs mechanical equipment, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, such as steam and hot water boilers, forced air units, and associated components.
• Tests, troubleshoots, diagnoses, and corrects mechanical problems to ensure systems remain operational to applicable codes and design standards.
• Repairs or replaces compressors, unit controls, thermostats, pumps, water pressure regulators, and other parts of mechanical systems; charges refrigeration; inspects, cleans, and replaces filters as necessary.
• Performs electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical testing of equipment; diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems; repairs or replaces defective parts in units, equipment, and controls.
• Performs other building maintenance tasks supporting building maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc., when requested.
• Estimates time, materials, and equipment required for assigned jobs; maintains work order of work performed and material used.
• Assists supervisor and HVAC Technicians in scheduling work orders and completing paperwork. Updates information on work order forms as required to reflect conditions in the field accurately.
• Performs on-call responsibilities as required in support of all County buildings, including correctional facilities.
• Cleans debris from work area, parts, and equipment.
• Assists in snow removal and other weather-related duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as required.

Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority and requires no supervision or direction of others.

Supervision Received: Receives intermittent supervision. This classification normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor is expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.
Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of HVAC systems and associated maintenance and repairs.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to accomplishing facility maintenance and repair. Ability to observe and follow safety procedures and precautions.
• Knowledge of additional building systems, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Skilled in the care and use of tools and equipment commonly used in building maintenance, such as hand tools, power tools, gauges, pumps, detectors, and test equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain electrical test/diagnostic equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, and combustion gas analyzers.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from wiring diagrams, code books, sketches, layouts, and blueprints; ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and County employees. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Required Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Two years of professional HVAC experience accomplishing maintenance and repairs in commercial or industrial buildings.
  • Certification or Associate's degree in HVAC Technology or related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Technician III

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Three years of progressive experience working as a journeyman HVAC Technician accomplishing maintenance and repair in commercial or industrial buildings.
  • Certification or Associate's degree in HVAC Technology or related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification, or have the ability to successfully obtain within ninety days of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a Federal Universal CFC Certificate, or pass certification test within six months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain Pikes Peak Regional Building Department Mechanical IV license or obtain within six months of employment.

Technician III

• Must possess and maintain a Federal Universal CFC Certificate.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination.

Work Conditions

Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors and requires the ability to perform laboring tasks in adverse weather and environmental conditions. Position involves extensive standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, carrying heavy tools and equipment to work site, and working in confined/tight spaces. Work is performed on ladders, scaffolds, poles, pits, and tunnels. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals/materials during the performance of some job responsibilities. Some travel to other facilities throughout the County may be required. Responds to emergency situations as required. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds; uses equipment to move heavier items. Responds to emergency situations as required. Serves as on-call representative for after-hour response.

The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.
VISION

El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

PURPOSE

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.

El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.

El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Onsite health centers
• Onsite fitness centers
• Reach Your Peak wellness program
• Short and long term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts to include dependent care
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan
• Deferred compensation (457b)

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01

How did you learn of this position?

• I am currently employed by EPC
• El Paso County Website
• Indeed.com
• Employee Referral
• Social Media (Twitter/Facebook)
• LinkedIn
• University/College Career Site
• Industry-specific Career Site
• Professional Membership Career Site
• Career Fair
• Other

02

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• YES
• NO

03

Please select the number of years of professional HVAC experience you have accomplishing maintenance and repairs in commercial or industrial buildings.

• Months but less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2
• 2 years but less than 3
• 3 years or more

04

Do you possess a Certificate or an Associate degree or higher in HVAC Technology or a related field?

• YES
• NO

05

Please describe your HVAC experience.
06

Do you have the ability to possess and maintain a valid driver's license?

• YES
• NO

07

Do you possess a Federal Universal CFC Certificate?

• YES
• NO

08

Do you possess the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department Mechanical IV license or have the ability to obtain the license within six months of employment?

• YES
• NO

09

Do you have DDC/BAS Control experience?

• YES
• NO

10

Are you comfortable with basic computer functions such as Word processing, email, communication tools, and spreadsheets?

• YES
• NO

Required Question