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HVAC Technician

Salary

$50.23 Hourly

Location

Headquarters - Phoenix 85024, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

1267

Department

HVAC-Fire

Opening Date

05/08/2025

Closing Date

5/25/2025 11:59 PM Arizona

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Overview & Purpose

Reporting location is Phoenix, AZ headquarters.

About the Pay

Note: The target starting pay of $50.23 does not reflect the full range which currently goes up to $55.81 per hour. The compensation typically increases quickly within the first two years of successful performance and proven mastery of skills.

About Central Arizona Project

Central Arizona Project, a 336-mile system that brings Colorado River water to central and southern Arizona, delivers the state's single largest renewable water supply and serves 80% of the state's population.

Hear what our employees are saying about working for CAP.

Compensation & Benefits Package includes:

+ Competitive Salaries

+ Arizona State Retirement System - Pension

+ 401(k)

+ Medical, Dental and Vision

+ Life insurance, LTD, Short-term disability

+ 4-10 work schedule

+ Paid training & tuition reimbursement

+ 9 paid holidays

+ Paid vacation & sick time

+ Wellness programs

+ No benefits waiting period

+ Relocation benefits

+ Significant training and development opportunities

+ Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer

About the Responsibilities

As anHVAC Technician (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/capaz/classspecs/735761?keywords=hvac%20technician&pagetype=classSpecifications) , you would perform a variety of electrical and mechanical work related to the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, installation and repair and of all critical HVAC systems associated with Central Arizona Project (CAP) pumping plants, administrative campuses, server rooms, mountaintop telecommunication, checks and turnout structures, and groundwater recharge facilities. Equipment includes chillers, pumps, cooling towers, DX package air conditioners and heat pumps, data process and telecommunications environmental controls, direct digital controls, EMS systems, electric boilers, and large air handlers. Frequent in-state travel Mondays – Thursdays is part of the job.

Some of the duties include:

+ Performs installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC Systems. Troubleshoots complex HVAC and DDC systems. Uses tools of the trade and electronic test equipment, including laptop PC’s, to configure, test and repair systems. Responsible for after-hours callouts to perform emergency repairs of maintained equipment with voltages up to 480 volts.

+ Performs preventive maintenance (PM) on HVAC systems and components. Documents the maintenance activities performed and advises supervision of potential safety and equipment failure problems and corrective action required. Works with Maintenance Engineering to develop and update PM procedures.

+ Safely operates overhead cranes and hoists, using proper crane signaling, and performs the necessary rigging required.

+ Works in confined spaces, performs lock-out/tag-out functions, and switches high voltage HVAC equipment under safe clearance procedures.

About the Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Completed state certified HVAC apprenticeship or have an equivalent com­bination of education, experience and demonstrated ability.

+ Three (3) years of journeyman level work experience in the Industrial HVAC mechanical trade; or completion of the CAP HVAC apprenticeship program (or other apprenticeship deemed comparable to CAP apprenticeship by management).

+ Highly proficient in air cooled chiller systems, large commercial DX systems, and large air handler systems (both DX and chilled water).

+ Knowledgeable of proper refrigerant charging, recovery, maintenance, troubleshooting, installation and repair of these systems.

+ Basic technical understanding of Direct Digital Controls and how to operate and troubleshoot HVAC components through the use of a DDC System.

+ Knowledgeable of industrial safety requirements including clearance, lock out-tag out, and switching procedures.

Required Certifications or Licenses:

Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record. Must possess Refrigerant transition and recovery certification universal type as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F, by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

Preference given to candidates who have the following:

+ Highly proficient in other industrial HVAC system components, evaporative coolers, electric boilers, and data center/ telecommunications environmental equipment.

+ Highly proficient in the knowledge of Direct Digital Controls and how to operate and program these systems.

Please note that this position has some physical requirements and pre-employment physical testing would be required upon offer.

ClickHERE (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/capaz/classspecs/735761?keywords=hvac%20technician&pagetype=classSpecifications) to see the full position description.

If you are experienced and highly skilled in the responsibilities of this job (mentioned above), have a team-focused positive approach to work, and are looking for a rewarding career with a stable organization in the Phoenix area, then we encourage you to apply online today! Your water, your future.

Clickhere (http://www.cap-az.com/employment/benefits/) for details regarding CAP's benefits.

01

I have reviewed the target hiring range for this position. I understand that this target range does not reflect the full employee pay range for this job. I understand that in addition to pay, CAP provides employees with a generous benefits package including pension, 401(k), excellent health insurance with $0 employee-only premium, dental, vision, life, disability, 4-10 work schedule with Fridays off, paid training, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, paid time off, wellness programs, and more.

+ Yes

02

This position requires extensive in-state travel Monday through Thursday. (CAP provides for meals and accommodations while in travel status). Are you willing and available to be on overnight travel status Mondays through Thursdays on a frequent basis?

+ Yes

+ No

03

How many years of journeyman level work experience in the Industrial HVAC mechanical trade do you possess?

+ Less than 1

+ 1 - 2

+ 3 - 4

+ 5 - 6

+ 7+

04

Which best describes your highest level of education?

+ Less than High School Diploma or GED

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Associate's degree

+ Bachelor's degree

+ Master's degree

+ PhD

05

Have you successfully completed a state-certified HVAC apprenticeship?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you completed a certified apprenticeship, please note the specific apprenticeship name, approximate date of completion, and location of the program.

07

Please indicate which of the following systems/areas you are proficient with. Check all that apply.

+ Air/water cooled chiller systems

+ Large commercial DX systems

+ Data process / telecommunications environmental control systems

+ Water treatment

+ None of the above

08

Please indicate which of the following you have professional working knowledge of.

+ Proper refrigerant charging, recovery, maintenance, troubleshooting, installation and repair

+ Industrial safety requirements including clearance, lock out - tag out, and switching procedures

+ None of the above

09

Do you currently possess the Refrigerant Transition and Recovery certification universal type as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F, by the United States Environmental Protection Agency?

+ Yes

+ No

10

If you hold other certifications or have completed other specialized training related to this position, please briefly list below.

11

Do you have a valid driver's license and a good driving record?

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

Central Arizona Project

Address

23636 N. 7th Street

Phoenix, Arizona, 85024

Website

http://www.cap-az.com

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