Airport HVAC Controls Technician

Hourly pay range: $28.14-$35.17

Posting expires: January 19, 2026

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The HVAC controls Technician, within the Department of Aviation, performs technical maintenance work of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC). Responsibilities include the instillation, calibration, troubleshooting and repair of the HVAC controls systems to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installs, programs, and calibrates HVAC control systems.
• Repairs and replaces wiring or controls in HVAC systems to restore functionality and efficiency.
• Inspects and test control systems to verify system compliance with plans and specifications or to
• detect and locate malfunctions.
• Performs corrective and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems to maintain correct
• temperature, humidity, pressure, and volume of systems.
• Maintains repair or maintenance records.
• Assists in developing specifications for instrumentation, controls, and electrical components.
• Assists with training others on controls systems concepts and procedures.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of computer software and control system applications
• Knowledge of Siemens BACnet DDC Controls, Tridium AX & N4, Trane DDC Controls, and/or

HVAC Mechanical Systems

• Knowledge of HVAC control terminology
• Knowledge of safety procedures
• Knowledge of HVAC controls system principles and techniques
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of HVAC maintenance and repairs.
• Demonstrated ability to install and/or service electronic control systems and HVAC equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose HVAC building control systems
• Proficient in Microsoft based computer systems

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• An associate degree/ in heating and air-conditioning or completion of technical or vocational course of study in HVAC control systems.
• 5 years of experience performing maintenance on HVAC control systems.
• Must have a valid driver’s license (DL) and convert to state of Georgia within 30-days of hire.

Preferred Requirements (separate from minimum requirements and not required to qualify for the job)

• Low Voltage License

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.  We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.