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Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority

Announcement Number

Job Title

25-026

HVAC Technician

Number of Openings

Compensation (Depending on Experience, DOE)

Three (3) Full-Time Positions |Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-6:00 PM

Salary Range: $58,333.81 (Step 1) - $93,255.34 (Step 20) annually
Typical Starting Salary: $58,333.81 - $64,389.73 annually, (DOE)

Opening Date

Closing Date

July 28, 2025

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

August 19, 2025 (or until filled)

The closing date may be earlier based on the number of applications received.

To Apply and Required Documents

Conditions of Employment

This position is open to both internal and external applicants. Applicants should:

• Complete an application online - to apply, click here
• Submit a cover letter and resume

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

*Applicants who meet minimum qualifications are not guaranteed an interview.

Upon a conditional offer of employment, the candidate must successfully:

• Complete a background investigation, which may include:

(education, criminal history, credit, fingerprints, and DMV)

• Pass a workplace drug test within 72 hours*
• Possess a valid State of Nevada driver's license
• Possess a clean driving record

*As a federally funded employer, although legal in the state of Nevada, marijuana is restricted under Federal guidelines.

Employee Benefits

Pay is only part of your generous compensation package for our premier agency. Employees enjoy a 3-day weekend; free parking; 2 weeks vacations (years 1 and 2); 13 sick days; 13 paid holidays, including your birthday; medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% employer paid (employee only); health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; life and long-term disability insurance (employer paid); 457B Deferred Compensation Plan; Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) - 100% Employer-Funded or Employee/Employer-Funded (50%/50%); Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a host of voluntary employee benefits options. Student loan forgiveness is available to qualified individuals under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Overview

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNVRHA) is recruiting an HVAC Technician to join our team. Through its public housing programs, SNRHA provides affordable housing to low- and moderate-income households. Our team is comprised of 200+ committed and caring professionals who support our mission and the clients and communities we serve. Our success is built upon the contributions of our valued employees. To learn more, please visit us online - www.snvrha.org.

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Position Summary

This HVAC Technician positionis vital in installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, cooling, and air conditioning systems throughout the valley at residential and commercial properties. It ensures optimal indoor air quality and comfort for our residents.

The duties listed below illustrate the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logically associated with this position.

Duties and Responsibilities

This announcement summarizes typical job functions and does not exhaustively or comprehensively list all duties and responsibilities. This position is accountable for performing the following duties and responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Maintain and repair heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) units for customers.

• Install equipment, ducting, and electrical components related to HVAC.

• Diagnose diverse service issues and repair these electronic, mechanical, and electrical components.

• Travel to job sites in the service area and ensure a schedule is maintained.

• Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of tools and equipment.

• Be available to work nights or weekends, on a rotating basis, to service our customers' emergency needs.

• Great customer service skills. Ability to interact with residents and the SNRHA team.

• Maintain proper stock, parts, tools, and safety equipment.

• Assist in maintenance and repair of SNRHA facilities by performing various related maintenance and mechanical repairs when there is no request for HVAC services.

• Complete work orders, document steps taken, and parts used

• Perform related duties and responsibilities when required

This position is eligible for participation in the collective bargaining unit (SEIU), representing certain Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority employees.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are intended to identify applicants most likely to perform successfully. Applicants who meet minimum qualifications are not guaranteed an interview; however, they are further assessed to determine how well they meet the position's minimum qualifications and the agency's immediate needs. Applicants should possess the following:

Education, training, and work experience:

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• 6 years of full-time experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and correcting diverse HVAC issues. A combination of six years of experience will be considered.

Licenses and Certifications:

• The ability to complete comprehensive testing administered by SNRHA is necessary to demonstrate proficiency in trades, education, training, and experience.
• OSHA 10-required, OSHA 30-preferred

Must possess a valid Nevada driver's license at the time of hire and be insurable under the Authority's vehicle insurance policy.

SNRHA utilizes Criteria for online employment testing. Successful candidates will be invited via email to participate in the testing for further consideration in the recruitment process. Failure to participate in the testing is considered a withdrawal by the candidate.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong knowledge of heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) units
• Skilled in installing equipment, ducting, and electrical systems related to HVAC
• Knowledge of refrigerant recovery and safe disposal of refrigerant
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance according to published guidelines
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to handle a wide range of maintenance duties, including make-readies, work orders, and groundskeeping
• Ability to work effectively in high-demand situations and ensure timely unit turnover

Screening and Selection

Applicants who meet minimum qualifications may be further considered. Evaluation factors include, but are not limited to, a cover letter and resume, writing samples, pre-employment testing/assessments, panel interviews, references, and background investigation.

SNRHA utilizes Criteria for online employment testing. Successful candidates will be invited via email to participate in the testing for further consideration in the recruitment process. Failure to participate in the testing is considered a withdrawal by the candidate.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our hiring process, contact the HR Department (702.477.3170).