HVAC Mechanic I

Extended Job Title

HVAC Mechanic I

Position Description

Performs skilled work in the maintenance and repair of heating and air-conditioning systems to ensure that a comfortable environment is maintained at all times. The scope of responsibility also includes repair and maintenance of all refrigeration equipment located within the facility, and the performance of preventive maintenance in each of the previously mentioned areas on an established periodic basis. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requisition ID

44059BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

19.50

Major/Essential Functions

• Checks operation of all HVAC control systems; conducts preventive maintenance on same.
• Responds to temperature complaints; adjusts and troubleshoots thermostats as needed.
• Repairs refrigerators, walk-in freezers, centrifuges, ice machines, etc. for other departments.
• Installs, repairs, and services all refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
• Disassembles, removes, and replaces parts. Services cold storage units, refrigerated air conditioning systems, water coolers, motors, and controls.
• Determines type of oil and refrigerant gas to be used in equipment to obtain proper operating efficiency.
• Recharges refrigeration units and pipe lines. Adjusts expansion and constant pressure valves, thermostats, and pressure switches.
• Uses high and low pressure gauges and calibrates these gauges as required.
• Maintains record of materials and labor expended on each job.
• Maintains job record of materials and labor expended on each job.
• Works closely with other departments and administration. Performs work as scheduled and in a timely manner. Tracks and recommended needed materials, supplies and parts.
• Maintains an inventory of parts and supplies to maximize the operational readiness of building systems and equipment with due respect to limitations of costs, regulations, and relative priorities.
• Is required to be "On-Call" during non-operational hours of the facility.
• Operate state vehicle to pick up parts or drive to job site.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

15.00

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience reading blueprints.
• HVAC experience in commercial buildings.

Department

Bldg Maint and Op Lbk

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two years of heating and air-conditioning experience. May be required to maintain registrations, professional licenses and/or certifications to perform the duties of the position from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or other state; willing to pursue additional certifications if necessary.

In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.