HVAC Technician - Northwest Florida State College

Location:

Niceville, FL Category:

Career Service Job Type:

Full-time Posted On:

Wed Apr 15 2026

Job Description:

The individual filling this position is expected to play a positive role in helping the College change as necessary to effectively carry out its mission. Perform assigned duties as an HVAC Technician. Duties will include HVAC systems and gas-fired equipment. Maintain and operate all assigned equipment or systems. Perform other assigned duties as directed. Responsible for maintaining HVAC systems and gas-fired equipment. Check operating requirements of equipment, records, logs and other required data. Make rounds of all equipment rooms, checking each unit for proper operation and condition. Perform maintenance and operation tasks as scheduled. Maintain proper records and logs of all equipment, conditions and events in areas of responsibility. Maintain and check conditions of cooling tower(s) and closed loop water systems. Perform required checks and inspections of all equipment on campus. As a part of the college's risk management tool annual mandatory compliance training is required. Perform other assigned duties as directed.

EMERGENCIES

When any emergency exists with equipment or systems such as water, power, gas other areas maintained by Physical Plant, the Skilled Craftsman (HVAC) will remain on campus until conditions are corrected or released by the proper authorities. When emergencies occur the Skill Craftsman (HVAC) will respond and cooperate when a message is received from the Director, Physical Plant, Supervisor of Plant Operations, Police Department or other persons in authority. They will report to campus, notify the guard or person who contacted them and try to resolve the problem on standby as stated in paragraph one (1) until someone can resolve the problems. Benefits Health insurance for employee and dependent coverage available. College-paid basic life insurance for employee with additional coverage for employee and/or dependents at employee's expense College-paid retirement with 3% employee contribution to the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Optional dental and vision insurance at employee's expense Paid leave accrual (sick and vacation/annual leave) Paid time off for designated holidays, winter break, and spring break 36-hour, 4-day workweek (Monday - Thursday) available to many departments Free tickets to designated Mattie Kelly Arts Center and Raider Athletic events

Job Requirements:

High School diploma or its equivalent One (1) to four (4) years of documented relevant work experience Vocational Certificate from a certified vocational school in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning or equivalent documented field experience required. Field experience in large industrial centrifugal chillers, cooling towers and pumps preferred. Must possess a natural aptitude for and a working knowledge of varied mechanical and electrical systems. Ability to perform heavy industrial work, lifting a minimum of 35 lbs. routinely. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Additional Information:

Classification:

Career Service Grant Funded :

N Location:

Niceville FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Application Deadline:

Open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately.