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H.V.A.C. Technician (Licensed) #OC-2070-2754

Date Opened
Monday, June 01, 2026 8:30 AM
Close Date
Open until sufficient apps are received
Section
School Inspectors
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Introduction

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR:  H.V.A.C. Technician

SALARY: $21.11 ~ $35.05/hr. (NOTE: NEW HIRES START AT THE BEGINNING OF THE RANGE)

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation; paid Sick Days; paid Personal Days.

IMPORTANT:
1.  Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.
2.  Residents – Five (5) Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances dated March 18, 2011.  Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications. 
3.  Appeal Process- An applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and
Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Operates maintains and repairs heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (H.V.A.C.) equipment and their supportive systems. 

EXAMPLES OF WORK

(Illustrative only)

Installs H.V.A.C. equipment;

Inspects entire system to verify proper function and maintenance;

Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on all H.V.A.C. equipment and supportive systems; 

Takes corrective action to eliminate malfunctions and reports unusual condition to supervisor; 

Checks various gauges and instruments which indicate levels of water, refrigerant and pressure; 

Calibrates thermostats, compressors and other H.V.A.C. equipment; 

Regulates heating and cooling to designated areas utilizing computerized controls; 

Tests samples of cooling water in circulation systems and adds chemicals as required;

Utilizes computerized diagnostic, adjustment and recording equipment;

Records inspections and services performed on equipment in a daily log;

Does other related work as required. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Three (3) years of experience as an H.V.A.C. skilled tradesman and possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D.; preferably supplemented by college level courses in a related field.  

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

Refrigerant license and cooling tower and steam boiler experience preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid CT S-2 “Unlimited Journeyman’s License”.
Possession of a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle License and a good driving record.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements:  H.V.A.C. Technician

Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

 

 

 

 

Depth Perception

 

 

X

 

Standing

 

 

X

 

Color Distinction

 

 

X

 

Walking

 

X

 

 

Peripheral Vision

 

 

X

 

Sitting

 

X

 

 

Driving

 

 

X

 

Lifting

 

X

 

 

Physical Strength:

 

 

 

 

Carrying

 

X

 

 

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Pushing

 

X

 

 

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Pulling

 

X

 

 

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Climbing

 

X

 

 

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Balancing

 

X

 

 

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

 

 

 

 

Stooping

 

X

 

 

Environmental Conditions

 

 

 

 

Kneeling

 

X

 

 

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

 

 

X

 

Crouching

 

X

 

 

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

 

X

 

 

Crawling

 

X

 

 

Temperature Changes

 

X

 

 

Reaching

 

X

 

 

Wetness

 

X

 

 

Handling

 

X

 

 

Humidity

 

X

 

 

Grasping

 

X

 

 

Extreme Noise or Vibration

 

X

 

 

Twisting

 

X

 

 

Exposure to Chemicals

 

X

 

 

Feeling

 

X

 

 

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

 

X

 

 

Talking

 

 

X

 

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

X

 

 

 

Hearing

 

 

X

 

Exposure to bodily fluids

X

 

 

 

Repetitive Motion

 

X

 

 

Exposure to dampness

 

 

X

 

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

 

 

X

 

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

 

X

 

 

Visual Acuity/Near

 

 

X

 

Mechanical Hazards

 

X

 

 

Visual Acuity/Far

 

 

X

 

Physical danger or abuse

X

 

 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

SPECIAL NOTE

This position is covered under the written agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees Local 353, AFSCME. The Parts and
Weights for this examination will be determined prior to conducting the exam. Individuals appointed shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of the examination. 

THE CITY OF WATERBURY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
E.O.E. M/F/D/V
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