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Job Description
AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING TECHNICIAN
Salary $67,620.80 - $90,688.00 Annually Location Torrance, CA Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 26035545 Department
GENERAL SERVICES
Division GS Administrative Services Opening Date 03/26/2026 Closing Date Continuous
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____________________________________________________________ The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants andmunity members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to yourmunity, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today. The City of Torrance is recruiting for an Air Conditioning/Heating Technician to be part of the General Services Team! The Department The mission of the General Services Department is to provide quality services that support City departments in a manner which enable them to carry-out theirmunity missions; to provide these services in a cost-effective and efficient manner which best serves the operational needs of City departments and themunity. Responsibilities of the General Services Department include: Airport Administration, Building Maintenance, Central Services, Cultural Arts Center Administration, Custodial, Fleet Services, Graffiti Abatement Program and HVAC /Electrical. The Position
The Air Conditioning/Heating Technician inspects, maintains, repairs, and installs air conditioning, heating, and ventilation equipment. This position inspects, tests, repairs, maintains and services all types of refrigeration, hot water, forced air heating and ventilation equipment, electronic and electricalponents; installs, adjusts and replaces valves, fans, blowers, gaskets, filters, belts, switches, gauges, thermostats, tubing, and transformers; flushes boilers; uses various testing devices to locate defective parts; makes necessary electrical connections and repairs; checks and tests new equipment before installation; and does related work as required. For more information about the duties of the position, click here.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education and Experience
Anybination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is: Four years of journey level experience inspecting, testing, maintaining, repairing and installing air conditioning, heating, and ventilation equipment andponent parts; or two years of journey level experience pluspletion of a refrigeration/heating apprentice training program. No specific minimum education required. License and/or Certificates
Must possess and maintain an appropriate, valid California Class III driver's license. Ideal Candidate
Successful candidates will possess the following: Demonstratedprehensive experience in inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and installing HVAC and refrigeration systems;
Strong working knowledge ofmercial HVAC systems andponents, including chillers, boilers,pressors, pneumatic controls, and electrical systems;
Proficiency using industry tools and diagnostic equipment (e.g., ohm meters, vacuum pumps, thermometers) to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues;
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to support installation and repair work;
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards, including the Uniform Mechanical Code, as well as established safety practices and procedures; and
Strong capacity to work independently, follow instructions, and collaborate effectively with team members.
HOW TO & EXAM PROCESS
Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Application submissions will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. First review of applications will be those received by Sunday, April 19, 2026. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time. Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the followingponents:
Written Exam:
Weighted 60% (Tentatively scheduled on April 30, 2026.)
Panel Interview:
Weighted 40% (Tentatively scheduled on May 14, 2026.) Department Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of June 1, 2026. The tentative test dates will be based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test dates may change to a later date.
SPECIAL NOTES
Visit TorranceCA.Gov to find out more information about ourmunity. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements?must?contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s).If you have a disability for which you require an amodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 prior to the test date. In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between TME-AFSCME/TLEA and the City of Torrance, new employees covered under that memorandum shall be members in good standing and pay the required service fee to said Local. As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. City of Torrance Inclusion Statement
The City of Torrance is a weing and culturally-richmunity. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact. The City is an equal opportunity employer and works toward building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that wees and celebrates the diversity of our employees! Employer
City of Torrance
Address
3231 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, California, 90503
Phone
310-618-2915 Website
TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs