Air Conditioning Leader

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal•Arlington, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Air Conditioning Lead is responsible for leading the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems across a large campus, ensuring reliable operation of air conditioning and ventilation systems that support occupant comfort and mission-critical environments. This role provides hands-on technical leadership, coordinates daily work activities, and serves as a subject matter expert for complex HVAC systems, including chillers, air handlers, VAV systems, and associated components.

Requirements

High school graduation or vocational school certificate with special courses in electricity, plumbing, or air conditioning, or equivalent.
Five (5) years of advanced journeyman or master’s level experience in the repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment and systems.
Experience and working knowledge with an energy management system, preferably Siemens Apogee and Niagara/Tridium.
Current EPA universal refrigerant certification or must obtain certification within six (6) months of hire.
This position requires you to have and maintain a Texas Class “C” Operator’s Driver’s License and three (3) years of acceptable driving history.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or higher degree preferred.
Must be accurate in all phases of work performed.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate daily activities of HVAC technicians performing maintenance and repairs on air conditioning systems.
Maintain and repair the heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment on campus.
Provide technical capability in troubleshooting energy management control system and other electronic controls.
Use EMCS to diagnose building problems and make necessary adjustments in control strategies.
Process work order and EPA paperwork as required.
Ensure proper Freon disposal and adherence to state disposal codes.
Order parts as needed for repairs.
Recommend alternations/modifications to work order schedules and equipment selections
Oversee AC mechanics I’s, II’s, and III’s work performance.
Coordinate with contractors on projects.
Coordinate with other trades, contractors, and campus stakeholders to complete work efficiently.
Train and mentor HVAC technicians and apprentices.
Assist with central plant coordination as it relates to airside systems and cooling delivery.
Performs other duties assigned.