HVAC Technical Trainer

2 weeks ago


Phoenix, AZ, United States Washington Elementary School District No. 6 Full time
Pay Grade: NN (Non-Exempt Support Staff Salary System)

Department: Maintenance

Accountable To: Maintenance HVAC Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Calendar: 261 Days

Creation/Revision Date: November 5, 2025

Summary:

Under the direction of the Maintenance HVAC Supervisor, the HVAC Technical Trainer provides training, coaching, and mentoring to individuals seeking to become HVAC technicians. The trainer develops hands-on learning opportunities, demonstrates technical skills, ensures compliance with safety codes, and provides guidance in the use of HVAC tools, equipment, and systems. The position bridges instructional training with real-world application to prepare individuals for entry-level HVAC employment.

Essential Functions:
  • Develops and delivers training modules on basic and intermediate HVAC concepts, including system installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
  • Provides hands-on demonstrations and guides trainees in safe and effective use of HVAC tools, gauges, meters, and related equipment.
  • Observes trainees' work, provides feedback, and documents progress toward skill mastery.
  • Ensures trainees understand and apply OSHA, EPA, and Arizona State School Facilities Board (AZSFB) standards and codes.
  • Models proper record-keeping, work order completion, and inventory tracking.
  • Assists trainees in preparing for industry-recognized certifications (e.g., EPA 608).
  • Coordinates with Maintenance HVAC Supervisor to align training with district operational needs.
  • Maintains daily logs of training activities, skill assessments, and safety compliance.
  • Serves as a role model of professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.
  • Performs HVAC-related tasks as necessary to demonstrate techniques and maintain operational readiness.
  • Other job related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.
  • High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
  • Three years of professional experience in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
  • Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Driver's License.
  • Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, or train others in a technical setting.
Preferred Qualifications:

It is preferred that applicant possesses the following preferred qualifications; however, the following qualifications are not required to be eligible for this position.
  • Completion of HVAC trade school.
  • EPA Type II or Universal Certification.
  • Five years of commercial HVAC experience.
  • Prior experience as a technical trainer, mentor, or instructor.
  • Valid professional license or certificates in HVAC.
Knowledge and Skills Required:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills required, but not limited to for this position include:
  • Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, tools, and safety practices.
  • Ability to explain and demonstrate technical concepts in clear, accessible language.
  • Skilled in operating HVAC tools including manifold gauges, vacuum pumps, and digital meters.
  • Knowledge of state and federal codes relating to HVAC systems.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage and motivate trainees.
  • Ability to assess trainee progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
  • Proficiency with basic computer programs for record-keeping and reporting.


Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed during demonstrations. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Visual acuity to inspect trainee work and HVAC components.

Working Conditions:

The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to outside weather conditions and extreme heat. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, extreme temperatures, and electrical components. Noise levels are typically loud.

The Washington Elementary School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Washington Elementary School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students. For information regarding discrimination grievance or complaint procedures contact the Executive Director for Human Resources at:

602-347-2801.

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