HVAC Technician

Waukee Community School District is seeking a skilled, solutions-driven HVAC Technician to join our Facilities team. This is an opportunity to use your expertise to support a fast-growing district and ensure comfortable, safe learning environments for students and staff. What You'll Bring High School diploma or equivalent Master HVAC License, preferred 6-7 years of hands-on experience Basic plumbing knowledge preferred (not required) What You'll Do As a key member of our Facilities & Operations team, you will: HVAC, Air Handling & Ventilation Maintain and repair exhaust fans (bearings, belts, grease, etc.) Service and repair air handling units-including bearings, belts, motors, pulleys, and springs Clean coils, pans, and drains and repair/replace dampers, motors, and seals Use Metasys (building automation system) to check temps, airflow, damper operations, and troubleshoot issues Pumps, Motors & Mechanical Systems Maintain and repair all pumps and motors: rebuild units, replace components, grease bearings, and install seals Diagnose problems across all HVAC systems, identify required parts, source pricing, order, and pick up parts when needed Change filters in all air-handling equipment Cooling, Heating & Water Systems Maintain A/C equipment, including coil cleaning, controls, refrigerant, and diagnostics Maintain closed-loop systems (chilled and heating water), including chemical management Manage water treatment for condenser systems-adjust chemicals, maintain chemical pumps and injectors, test water, and order supplies Service cooling towers (cleaning, bearings, belts, couplings, etc.) Clean and maintain all pump strainers Boilers & Building Systems Maintain and repair boilers, controls, pumps, flues, drain lines, and piping Diagnose boiler issues and complete necessary repairs Coordination & Operations Work directly with outside contractors to schedule and support repairs Use our work order system to track and manage daily tasks Use Metasys to identify system issues and respond to emergency needs Why You'll Love Working Here IPERS retirement plan District-paid Health & Dental Insurance (employee only; dependents available at added cost) Generous leave package: vacation, personal, sick, family sick, and bereavement Work wellness program Work shoe reimbursement (up to $175, depending on position) District-provided work vehicle and tools Hiring Requirements Final candidates will complete a pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle check, and background check as part of the Waukee Community School District hiring process.

Created: 2026-03-07