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  • HVAC Technician

    Des Moines, Iowa United States City of Des Moines, Iowa Full Time $37.33 - $40.80 Hourly Jul 12, 2025
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    City of Des Moines, Iowa

    Des Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa.  Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers. Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.    

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    Job Description

    Distinguishing Features of the Class

    Under general supervision, performs various mechanical and electrical duties in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, boilers and peripheral systems to ensure a comfortable, safe and healthy work environment.

    The City of Des Moines promotes a healthy work life balance and offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
    Residency Incentive
    Volunteer Time
    Parental Leave
    Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals
    12 Paid Holidays
    Health/Dental/Life Insurance
    Wellness Programs
    Tuition Reimbursement Program
    Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)
    Deferred Compensation Plan matching up to 2.5%
    Employee Discounts

    Acceptable Experience and Training

    • Possession of a two-year technical certificate in heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration; and
    • Three years of previous experience in the maintenance and repair of heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems; or
    • An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.


    Required Special Qualifications

    • Possession of a valid Iowa driver's license, or evidence of equivalent mobility.
    • Certification as a Universal Refrigerant Technician within 6 months of appointment.
    • Failure to meet the above noted qualifications will result in termination of employment.


    Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

    • Repairs all air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, boilers and peripheral systems equipment.
    • Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment when malfunctions occur and repairs and/or replaces parts as necessary.
    • Recommends and installs portable and stationary equipment such as heating appliances, ventilating equipment, cooling units or evaporative coolers; closed steam systems or hot or chilled water piping within heating or cooling equipment; component parts that do not alter original equipment; and related unit refrigeration systems.
    • Operates boiler system to maintain proper water temperature for production of methane gas needed to produce electricity, fuel for boiler system and renewable natural gas system.
    • Performs preventative maintenance for all equipment including cleaning, tightening, replacing oil and grease, inspecting components, etc. according to manufacturer’s guidelines; makes appropriate adjustments to equipment as required.
    • Monitors, repairs, and installs pneumatic, electrical and electronic controls to ensure proper operation of control system and adjusts controls to recommended setting.
    • Tests equipment using special tools and testing equipment, reviews measurements and makes adjustments to ensure acceptable operation.
    • Reviews and interprets blueprints, plans and specifications to determine tolerances and procedures for proper operation and maintenance/repair of equipment.
    • Interpret Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manuals, estimates time, parts, tools and equipment needed for repair and maintenance projects and completes appropriate forms to obtain items.
    • Uses Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to maintain accurate maintenance records and work order system.
    • Performs other related duties as required.


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    Closing Date/Time: 7/28/2025 4:00 PM Central
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