HVAC Specialist Senior

$27.29 - $35.48/hourly, DOE

115

Monday - Friday, 6 am - 2:30 pm
Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 5 am - 3:30 pm 
Some evenings and weekends may be required

12 Months

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits. 
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. 

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. 

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is proud to be the only two-year public higher education institution located on Native American land. As one of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges, SCC currently serves more than 7,000 full and part-time students each semester from its surrounding communities, including the cities of Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Phoenix, and the Salt River Pima - Maricopa Indian Community. 

We are seeking dedicated and collaborative staff and faculty who are passionate about teaching, learning, and fostering student success. We welcome individuals who are eager to contribute their ideas and expertise to help guide the ongoing development of SCC's priorities and strategic initiatives.

At SCC we are proud of our reputation as an innovative college that is focused on student success. Come join us in our desire to improve the quality of life in our communities by providing challenging, supportive, and engaging learning experiences.

SCC Wins the 2022 Sterling Award

MCCCD Fast Facts

SCC Healthy AZ Platinum Award Recipient- 2025

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) 

Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is seeking a full-time HVAC Specialist Sr. This position will perform journeyman-level HVAC work in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repairs related to HVAC and related equipment.

To best serve the students, department, and college, this position requires a physical presence on campus.

Please read the "How to Apply" section to avoid incomplete application materials.

30% - Performs journeyman-level installation, maintenance, and repairs of HVAC equipment; troubleshoots systems for damaged or worn-out components; repairs parts; conducts inspections of system leaks, abnormal noises, and electrical defects; reviews to determine required repairs; operates a wide range of tools and testing devices to locate technical problems with HVAC equipment and energy management systems.

30% - Performs equipment installations including evaporative coolers, diffusers, condensers, controls, and other parts related to HVAC systems; prepares tubing, piping, joints and fittings for new installations or equipment parts; cuts, reams, bends, and connects tubing and/or pipe 

20% - Performs maintenance and repair on air handlers, pumps, and other related equipment; performs preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment; assists with construction projects affecting HVAC equipment or systems.

20% - Provides oversight for others' work within the area and assists in getting cost estimates and initiating purchases; maintains tools, equipment, and work site in clean and safe working conditions; performs other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED and five (5) years of experience performing HVAC work equivalent to journey-level. 

OR

An Associate's degree or certificate in an HVAC discipline, or a related field, from a regionally accredited institution or a recognized HVAC vocational program and three (3) years of work experience related to the described duties of this position. 

OR

High School Diploma or GED and the successful completion of a recognized four (4) year HVAC apprenticeship program and one (1) year of work experience related to the described duties of this position. 

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

There is no substitution or equivalency allowable for the High School Diploma or GED.

Special Requirements

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: 

1. Journey-level card/license required 

2. Possession of a valid State of Arizona Driver License (Class D) may be required for some assignments 

3. May require HVAC certifications associated with assignment

Required licenses and certifications must be maintained for the duration of employment within the classification. Licenses and certifications may be subject to renewal and/or require Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or training by the State or issuing authority.

Preferred: Experience with commercial and/or central plant HVAC systems

A. Five (5) or more years of experience working with Chillers and Air Handling Units.
B. Five (5) or more years of experience working on Commercial HVAC and Refrigeration.
C. Five (5) years of experience and skill in performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance, filing and record keeping principles, utilizing a computer and relevant software for energy management, and specialized equipment relevant to the position.
D. Five (5) or more years of experience working with Cooling Towers and Chemical Treatment.
E. Experience with organizing tasks, meeting deadlines, prioritizing competing demands, and providing customer service.  
F. One year of full-time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two years

• May be required to work evenings and weekends. 
• May require prolonged periods of sitting and viewing a computer screen.
• May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs.
• May be exposed to hazardous chemicals
• Climbing stairs and/or ladders to reach assigned areas along with working at heights.
• Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions
• Will be required to work in an area of light to heavy noise levels daily
• Driver's License - AZ Class D driver's license is required, minimum requirements here: http://www.maricopa.edu/legal/rmi/vehicle.htm#requirements
• Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions
• Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Work is primarily performed in an indoor environment with moderate exposure to hazardous materials (such as chemicals, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, gasses, blood or other body fluids). Work may sometimes occur in dusty, seldom occupied, or newly renovated facilities and as such, moderate exposure to dust or other particulates can be expected. Some indoor work environments may not be air conditioned. Some work may be performed in small or confined crawl spaces. Portions of work tasks may be completed outdoors which involve exposure to a variety of weather conditions, for short or long durations, including rain, wind, dust, cold temperatures and extreme desert heat. May require the use and climbing of ladders and/or scissor lifts utilizing safety harnesses or other equipment. Some work may be performed in an office/computer workstation and require the use of a computer and keyboard for training, to check emails, and/or communicate with coworkers and supervision. This classification may require that an incumbent be on their feet, standing or walking while performing duties, for the majority, if not all, of a work shift. 

Applicants are required to submit a resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. 

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked) 
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.  If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at adasupport@domail.maricopa.edu 

MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled.

First Review August 20, 2026.

Applications received after the review date may not be screened.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses.  Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.