The HVAC Mechanic II, Senior HVAC Mechanic, performs complex (journey-level) work in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) building maintenance and construction trade at a State Supported Living Center or State Hospital.  Maintains safe and uninterrupted heating and air conditioning services to facility operations and utility systems in accordance with Texas Administrative Code (T.A.C.), life safety code and other industry standards.  Work involves performing installation, adjustments, alterations, inspections, maintenance, repairs, and restorations of basic units such as direct exchange units, and more complex units such as chilled water chillers and heating systems to include boilers/steam systems, high pressure boilers and automated controls.  Works on refrigeration units, such as ice machines, walk in freezer vaults, and residential refrigerators, and water-based heating and cooling systems such as chillers and boilers. Maintains accurate records of equipment performance and work completed.  Serves a team lead on HVAC projects. Trains others to perform HVAC work and use the equipment commensurate with skills and training.   Performs and documents inspections in accordance with applicable life safety code standards.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Must possess valid Texas driver’s license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Technician Certification, Universal certification required.

R410A certification preferred, must get within 6 months of hire (at state expense)

Any North American Technician Excellence (NATE) or HVAC Excellence certifications are preferred.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician license or Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor license is preferred.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Experience in HVAC work. Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent, supplemented by vocational or special training in the HVAC trade, is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year for year basis.

At least six (6) months of work experience as an HVAC mechanic or technician.

Experience using HVAC tools and equipment. 

Experience in commercial HVAC system installations and repairs is preferred.

Salary/Compensation: $3,793 - $5,921 per month