HVAC Mechanic 2
Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs
All applications will be accepted from 3/2/2026 to 3/29/2026.
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General Job Description: This is full performance level mechanical work in the maintenance, repair, operation and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems (HVAC), and related utility components. An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of the systems and equipment, and related utility components. Work includes performing preventive maintenance of the systems and equipment, and monitoring and regulating the systems equipment operations in accordance with an established schedule. This class is differentiated from the lower level class in the series by the responsibility for independently performing the full scope of work involved in troubleshooting, repairing, calibrating and installing HVAC pneumatic and electronic control systems and equipment. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher level maintenance superior and involves physical effort and exposure to disagreeable environmental conditions.
The Requirements are as follows:
CERTIFICATION
Possession of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Technician Certificate for the proper handling of CFCs
AND
OPTION 1
EDUCATION:
Equivalent to the twelfth school grade.
AND
EXPERIENCE:
Four years of experience in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and ventilation systems and related HVAC primary and peripheral utility equipment.
OR
OPTION 2
EDUCATION:
Completion of a post high-school HVAC and/or Refrigeration and Air conditioning trades program from an accredited technical institute, trade school or college, including possession of a diploma indicating completion of all program curriculum requirements.
AND
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and ventilation systems and related HVAC primary and peripheral utility equipment.
The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Jacky Li. You can contact Jacky at Jacky.Li@phila.gov.
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