Job Details

Salary: $40.92 Hourly
Location : Facilities Maintenance
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: FY25-00188
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: PW MAINTENANCE
Opening Date: 10/10/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 01- APEA

Basic Function

The individual occupying this position is responsible for performing a variety of skilled trade duties in the maintenance and repair of Borough buildings, furnishings, and equipment, with an emphasis on HVAC, refrigeration and controls.

SALARY: 17A
REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
Typical Duties

1. Maintain, repair, and install refrigeration and air conditioning systems and equipment.
2. Maintain, repair and install HVAC systems. Inspect for proper performance; replace worn parts on equipment; calibrate and recondition HVAC systems controls at regular intervals. Repair and replace duct work, dampers, control valves and associated HVAC components
3. Maintain, repair and install electrically operated HVAC equipment and sophisticated control systems, including pneumatic, electric, electronic and DDC units.
4. Perform a variety of general maintenance activities such as routine carpentry work, service and repair work on door and lock hardware, and electrical and plumbing, repairs.
5. Update and maintain HVAC preventative maintenance program.
6. Maintain and repair boilers, furnaces, and burners.
7. Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment; initiate necessary requisitions for supplies procurement and maintain appropriate records.
8. Oversee contracted services and repair work on Borough owned or leased facilities.
9. Assists Division managers in reviewing design, submittal, and inspection of facilities construction projects.
10. Perform maintenance/system data input and retrieval from computers and computer controlled equipment.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent. Three years technical/apprentice training in the HVAC field and four years journeymen level experience; OR a minimum of seven years of responsible work experience in maintenance and/or construction experience in facilities of similar use in various trades (i.e. pools, animal shelters, libraries, parks, ice rinks, office buildings, etc.).
2. Must have a minimum of three years' experience installing, troubleshooting, repairing and programming digital controls (DDC) systems. Manufacturers training on control systems preferred.
3. Must be knowledgeable with diagnostic testing of controls systems, boiler systems, refrigeration systems, and electrical systems; experienced in performing major repairs, and knowledge in the use of specialized and standard tools and equipment. Manufacturers training on control systems preferred.
4. Universal Technician Certification for proper refrigerant practices
5. Capable of being contacted during off hours.
6. Must have and be able to maintain a valid driver's license. Must meet insurance standards and maintain insurability under the Borough's insurance program. If personal automobile is used for Borough business, proof of automobile insurance at statutory limits must be provided. (A CURRENT COPY OF DRIVING RECORD WILL BE REQUIRED UPON REQUEST.)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1. Must be capable of performing tasks independently, comprehending equipment drawing, maintenance and operations manuals, diagrams and blueprints.
2. Ability to understand and execute written and oral instructions and work effectively with co-workers, supervisors and other job contacts. Ability to accurately complete written documentation of work performed. Ability to use smart phone based electronic work order system
3. Ability to wear a respirator and pass a physical.
OTHER
1. A PROFICIENCY TEST MAY BE ADMINISTERED.
2. This position requires a criminal background check.
Additional Information

JOB CONTACTS:
Continuous contact with employees at all levels of the Borough; frequent contact involving outside organizations/agencies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY:
Supervisor responsibilities: Directs workflow of permanent/temporary employees; experiences very little routine and often major problems with virtually no supervision; the consequences of error, carelessness or mistaken judgment require serious effort to recover.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Performs duty in a variety of conditions; generally unpleasant areas with the most disagreeable extremes of heat, cold, dirt, noise, fumes, etc. which are continuous and expose the employee to combinations of elements and factors; up to ¾ of time is spent standing or walking; major health and accident/hazard risk; and requires sustained periods of heavy lifting, crouching, stooping or stretching, pushing or pulling (50+ lbs.), climbing ladders, routine maintenance on areas that are difficult to access including roofs.
This position falls under the Borough's Blood Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Control Program as it is reasonably anticipated that infrequent exposure to blood or other bodily fluids may occur while performing some job duties.
Application Procedure:

Apply Online

Individuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at

For additional information please call (907) ###-#### or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) ###-####.

The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/interview/selection process, contact the Human Resources Office at (907)###-#### or the EEO office. The EEO Compliance Officer can be contacted at (907) ###-####.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The FNSB offers its employees generous benefits that include , affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional Flex-Spending Account, and retirement benefits via PERS, the state of Alaska's retirement system.

You will also enjoy 13 paid holidays and a minimum of 24 personal leave days per year for full time employees.
01

How many years of technical or apprentice training do you have in HVAC?

• None
• 0-1 years
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3 or more years

02

How many years of relevant HVAC experience do you have?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year HVAC experience at Journeyman Level
• 1-2 years HVAC experience at Journeyman Level
• 2-3 years HVAC experience at Journeyman Level
• 3-4 years HVAC experience at Journeyman Level
• 4-5 years HVAC experience at Journeyman Level
• 5-6 years HVAC experience at Journeyman Level
• 6-7 years HVAC experience at Journeyman Level
• 7 or more years HVAC experience at Journeyman Level

03

How many years of experience do you have in maintenance and/or construction in facilities of similar use to that of the Borough's? (pools, animal shelters, libraries, parks, ice rinks, office buildings, etc.)

• No experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• Less than 1 year experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• 1-2 years experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• 2-3 years experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• 3-4 years experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• 4-5 years experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• 5-6 years experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• 6-7 years experience in facilities maintenance or construction
• 7 or more years experience in facilities maintenance or construction

04

Do you have your Universal Technician Certification for proper refrigerant practices?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of experience do you have installing, troubleshooting, repairing and programming digital controls (DDC) systems?

• None
• 0-1 years
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5 or more years

06

In which of the following do you have manufacturers training for controls systems?

• I have no manufacturer's training on any control systems.
• Digital Control (DDC) Systems
• Boiler Systems
• Refrigeration Systems
• Electrical Systems

Required Question