Full Time - HVAC Technician II

Blinn College • Brenham, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Blinn College District is searching for a Full Time - HVAC Technician II at our Brenham Campus. Primary Duties and Responsibilities are listed below: Job Summary Performs preventive maintenance and routine repairs on HVAC/R systems with moderate independence. Conducts basic troubleshooting and repairs while continuing to develop technical proficiency within the HVAC trade. Note: The term HVAC/R relates to Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by vocational or special training in the air conditioning, electrical, or mechanical field.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of progressively responsible experience maintaining and repairing HVAC/R systems.
• Apprentice‑level state license (where applicable)
• Approved EPA Certified License to handle and purchase refrigerants.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Near visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision and color vision.
• Ability to stoop, bend, climb stairs and ladders, crawling, stretching, twisting of upper body, prolong standing on concrete floors and walking over uneven terrain, and ability to lift 50 pounds and unstable objects.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace is required.
• Computer literacy and the ability to use Microsoft O365 products as well as Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Be able to take after hour call.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with chill water and hot water heating and cooling units.
• Experience in higher education or public facilities.
• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER): Core + Trade Level 1 Certification
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-hour or 30-hour Certification
• Previous experience directly related to direct expansion air conditioning and gas fired heating systems

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance as per established preventative maintenance program, and demonstrate proactive maintenance procedures.
• Respond to and complete work requests for problems with the HVAC/R units or systems.
• Troubleshoot and make repairs to heating and direct expansion HVAC/R systems, electrical wiring related to HVAC/R equipment, soldering or welding of Freon or water lines, replacing HVAC/R components of units and replacing complete HVAC/R units.
• Participate in projects relating to the HVAC/R department and systems.
• Participate actively in established safety programs designed to provide a safe work environment.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% health insurance for full-time employees
• 50% health insurance for dependents
• Two times annual salary in life insurance benefits
• Optional coverage can begin on your first active duty date
• Yearly leave time includes: 96 hours vacation, 40 hours discretionary, 16 hours personal, 8 hours sick each month.
• Paid leave for college designated holidays, spring break, Thanksgiving, and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED