HVAC Technician (SC - Substitute)

Company: South Orange County Community College District

Job Location: Mission Viejo, California

Category: Maintenance and Trades

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Salary: $35.71 Hourly

Location: Saddleback College - Mission Viejo, CA

Job Type: SC - Non-Bargaining Unit (Part-Time) - Temporary

Job Number: 202401064

Office, Division, or School: SC - Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations

Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision from assigned supervisory and/or management staff, performs skilled work in the installation, servicing, repair, and maintenance of refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment and systems; operates and maintains a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment; and assists in performing other skilled maintenance duties as assigned. May receive functional supervision, technical training and work direction from a plant engineer.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, maintain and service all types of heating, refrigeration, ventilation and air conditioning equipment and systems; ensure proper functioning; repair leaks and malfunctioning dampers in systems.
• Install, replace, repair and adjust valves, thermostats, fans, pressure and air regulators, filters, belts, fuses, controls, gauges, air compressors, blowers, dryers and pumps; test joints and insulate pipes of refrigeration and air conditioning systems; clean, lubricate and adjust systems as required.
• Test water used in air conditioning systems for proper levels of chemical treatment; maintain appropriate levels to maximize corrosion protection in cooling towers and water supply.
• Fabricate, repair and install duct work and chassis covers; cut threads and assemble pipe and tubing to other components of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment.
• Perform inspections of powerhouses throughout the assigned campus; monitor operation of mechanical systems that supply air conditioning to buildings.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on all air conditioning and related equipment.
• As assigned, assists in operating the Energy Management System in order to control time schedule and temperature of conditioned areas on campus.
• As assigned, assist outside contractors; provide information within the area of assignment; provide hands on assistance as necessary.
• Order, stock and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Provide assistance on various other maintenance and repair projects as assigned.
• Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Methods, practices, equipment and tools used in the repair and maintenance of air conditioning, heating and ventilation systems.
• Methods and techniques of troubleshooting and diagnosing of HVAC malfunctions.
• HVAC system design, equipment capabilities and requirements.
• Electronic, pneumatic and mechanical principles as applied to the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
• Operational characteristics of energy management systems and related components.
• Proper methods, materials, tools, terminology and equipment used in the HVAC trades.
• Methods and techniques of preparing and interpreting drawings, diagrams, schematics and blueprints.
• Time, material, and labor cost estimating principles and practices used in maintenance and repair projects.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.

Ability to:

• Perform preventive HVAC maintenance work.
• Maintain, install and repair complex HVAC systems, equipment and components.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment used in HVAC maintenance and repair work.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, blueprints and sketches.
• Order and maintain parts and supplies according to established guidelines and repair requirements.
• Install, maintain and repair energy management systems and related components.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the varied racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, academic, socio-economic, and disabled populations of community college students.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in the maintenance and repair of heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems or a related field.

Experience: Two years of responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of heating and air conditioning equipment and systems.

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver's license and proof of insurability. Possession of a valid EPA Refrigerant Handling certificate.