HVAC Technician

Pivotal Housing Partners • Fort Worth, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Pivotal Housing Partners is hiring an HVAC Technician to maintain and repair HVAC systems at Reserve at Quebec, a 298-unit multifamily property in Fort Worth, Texas. The position ensures heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems operate efficiently and effectively, while providing timely, high-quality service to residents. When HVAC work orders are not pending, the technician assists with general property maintenance.

The role also supports the physical upkeep and integrity of the community, helps maintain a safe and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff, and responds to on-call emergencies. Technicians receive work orders through the Maintenance Mobile App and use their personal smartphone, for which a stipend is provided.

This is a full-time position with a stated pay rate of $30 per hour. The technician is expected to complete resident work orders within 24 to 48 hours and unit turnovers within 3 to 5 days, in accordance with company standards.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of related experience.
• HVAC certification required: EPA Type 2 or Universal.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Commitment to regular attendance, which may include weekend and overtime hours.
• Ability to be on call for emergencies.
• Ability to receive, manage, and close work orders using smartphone applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC electrical systems and communicate knowledgeably with repair contractors about closed Freon systems.
• Attempt to repair or replace thermostats, thermocouples, capacitors, filters, and blower motors.
• Remove old HVAC systems and install new systems.
• Communicate with clients, vendors, and residents.
• Conduct quarterly unit inspections with the community manager and change furnace filters quarterly.
• Provide customer service to current and prospective residents.
• Complete resident work orders within the expected 24-to-48-hour timeframe and process work orders through the Maintenance Mobile App; do not perform work without a work order.
• Respond to after-hours emergency calls when assigned and be available for on-call emergencies.
• Maintain grounds, lawns, buildings, and common areas, including restrooms, playgrounds, community rooms, fitness rooms, business centers, and media centers.
• Assist with trash-outs and court-ordered evictions when necessary.
• Maintain an organized inventory of repair parts and materials.
• Perform snow removal and apply ice-melt chemicals when necessary.
• Repair or replace general maintenance items, including locks, doorknobs, smoke alarms, patio and window screens, and broken windows.
• Attend meetings as directed and complete onboarding training and one-on-one meetings with the manager.
• Read and use electrical schematic drawings for appliances, HVAC units, and water meters.
• Repair, replace, and maintain residential branch circuitry, receptacles, switches, light fixtures, appliance electrical systems, HVAC electrical systems, and water-heater electrical systems.
• Repair or replace mounted exterior lighting, intercoms, and electric lock systems, and troubleshoot repairs to reduce reliance on outside contractors.
• Complete unit turnovers within the expected 3-to-5-day timeframe, complete the turn checklist, and attach it to work orders in the Maintenance Mobile App.
• Remove trash and unwanted items from vacated units; repair or replace doors and doorjambs.
• Perform, schedule, or supervise painting, cleaning, carpet installation, and carpet shampooing contractors as needed.
• Conduct initial and final inspections of turnover work, organize multiple turnovers efficiently, and self-perform minor repairs such as replacing blinds and caulking.
• Repair common plumbing fixtures and drain lines, including toilets, faucets, dishwashers, and disposals; troubleshoot issues to reduce reliance on contractors.
• Solder copper lines, repair PVC lines, and troubleshoot or repair water heaters when applicable.
• Repair damaged drywall to a like-new appearance and repaint or touch up surfaces using appropriate finishes for doors, drywall, and textured areas.
• Conduct business in accordance with company policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws, including OSHA, ADA, and Fair Housing requirements.
• Comply with budget requirements when ordering supplies or services and attend annual Fair Housing classes and other required company training.

Benefits

• Eligibility for semi-annual merit increases in January and July.
• Paid weekly.
• Quarterly performance-based bonus opportunities for site team members when key KPIs and property metrics are achieved.
• Choice of two medical plans: PPO and HDHP.
• Company-funded annual contributions to a Health Savings Account.
• FSA, dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Company-paid holidays and weekly accrual of paid time off equivalent to up to 16 days in the first year.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees, their dependents at home, and children away at college.
• Professional development assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed