Lead HVAC and Building Systems Technician

Lead HVAC and Building Systems Technician Division / Department: Custodial and Maintenance Classification (FLSA): Full-time, Non-Exempt Position Group: Maintenance Grade Level (per CBA): Grade VI Full-Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0 Anticipated Work Year & Hours*: 260 Days (12 � Month) Union Membership: Proviso Custodial and Maintenance Union SEIU Local 73, CTW Reports to: Custodial and Maintenance Building Lead; Director of Buildings and Grounds Position Summary: The Lead HVAC / Building Systems Technician oversees the operation, maintenance, and repair of all district heating, ventilation, air conditioning, steam, gas-fired, and mechanical systems.

This role provides technical leadership, coordinates workflow for HVAC staff, ensures system reliability and energy efficiency, and maintains compliance with district, state, and regulatory standards. The Lead Technician supports a safe, healthy, and comfortable learning environment for the facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair HVAC and mechanical equipment, including RTUs, DOAS units, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, VAV boxes, exhaust fans, and unit heaters.
• Operate, monitor, optimize, and adjust Building Automation Systems (BAS) for temperature, humidity, ventilation, and scheduling across multiple district buildings.
• Lead campus wide preventive maintenance programs and assign tasks to HVAC technicians to ensure efficient, reliable system operation.
• Maintain and service gas-fired and steam systems, including steam traps, regulators, condensate return systems, and water treatment.
• Troubleshoot advanced electrical and mechanical components such as motors, VFDs, controls, contactors, relays, sensors, belts, and bearings.
• Monitor and maintain chilled and condenser water systems, ensuring proper water chemistry and equipment performance.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of campus swimming pool heating, filtration, and chemical systems (if applicable).
• Ensure air distribution systems provide adequate ventilation and indoor air quality for classrooms and common areas.
• Coordinate management of building clocks, scheduling, and mechanical room access control.
• Enter, review, assign, and close work orders in School Dude; ensure accurate documentation by HVAC staff.
• Respond to and prioritize service calls, alarms, equipment failures, and comfort concerns.
• Maintain and review maintenance logs, service records, and required compliance documentation.
• Enforce district safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, confined space, fall protection, and mechanical room safety.
• Provide guidance, training, and technical support to HVAC technicians; coordinate work with electricians, plumbers, custodial teams, and contractors.
• Assist in planning and execution of capital projects, equipment upgrades, and system replacements.
• Support seasonal operations such as heating transitions, cooling-season startup, and snow removal as needed.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the administration.* Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED required; HVAC technical school or trade certification preferred.
• Minimum 5�7 years of experience in commercial or institutional HVAC maintenance, including supervisory or lead experience.
• Valid EPA Section 608 refrigerant certification.
• Extensive knowledge of BAS systems, HVAC control strategies, mechanical drawings, and system schematics.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or on rooftops.

Preferred Qualifications

• State or municipal HVAC license. (federal)
• Experience with central plant operations (chillers, boilers, cooling towers).
• Familiarity with school district operations, energy management systems, and sustainability initiatives.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification or equivalent. Work Environment:
• Work performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to mechanical hazards, noise, chemicals, steam, and elevated workspaces.
• May require overtime, on-call rotation, and occasional evening or weekend shifts to meet district needs.

Compensation

& Benefits:

• Salary Range: As set forth in the current agreement between the Board of Education of Proviso Township High Schools District 209, Cook County, Illinois, and Proviso Custodial and Maintenance Union SEIU Local 73, CTW, 2025�2030. o https://www.pths209.org/discover-d209/departments/district-and-school-operations/human-resources/contracts-salary-report
• Benefits: As set forth in the current agreement between the Board of Education of Proviso Township High Schools District 209, Cook County, Illinois, and Proviso Custodial and Maintenance Union SEIU Local 73, CTW, 2025�2030. o https://www.pths209.org/staff/benefits Evaluation Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Proviso Township High Schools District 209 Board's policy on personnel evaluation. Additional Information This job description provides guidelines and direction for accomplishing goals and objectives. It covers the essential responsibilities and activities required for effective execution of the position but is not exhaustive. The individual in this role may perform additional duties as assigned. This description also serves compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Application Procedures: Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/pths209/onlineapp/default.aspx Selection Process: All applicants must complete a District application to be considered for employment. Applications will be reviewed. Interviews of selected qualified applicants will be conducted, and a qualified candidate will be recommended by the hiring supervisor to the Office of Human Resources. District 209 ensures equal employment opportunity, as outlined in Board Policy 5:10. The Superintendent is responsible for making final hiring recommendations to the Proviso Township High Schools Board of Education. Employment is subject to the recommendation of the Superintendent, the approval of the Board of Education and the results of required processes outlined in Board Policy 5:30. No individual shall begin work until receiving written approval from the Office of Human Resources. It is the responsibility of the individual who has sought employment to ensure that official approval from the Office of Human Resources has been granted prior to beginning any type of employment. * Disclaimer: This job description describes duties and responsibilities representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities and other information contained in this job description are intended only as examples of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the school district's needs and the job change's requirements. The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned. The site of employment is subject to change based on the needs of the school district. As outlined in Board Policy 5:32 Nepotism, no person with an Interested Relationship with any member of the Board of Education, the Superintendent or a District-level administrator shall be eligible for employment in the District. For Additional Information Contact: Office of Human Resources Proviso Township High Schools District 209 8601 W. Roosevelt Road Forest Park, IL 60130 708-338-5900 Proviso Township High Schools District 209 does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, and other protected categories as set forth in Board Policy 5:10.