Maintenance HVAC Technician

City of Conroe • Conroe, TX

19d • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs skilled heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance, repair, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting work on City facilities under the supervision of the Assistant Construction Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification.
• Ten (10) years of HVAC experience.
• Must possess a valid Texas class "C" driver's license or higher.
• Knowledge of computer software and programs.
• Ability to adapt to new technology, new methods and changing conditions.
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift weights of 50 pounds alone and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to climb in and out of confined areas and have the ability to climb heights greater than 100 feet.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment.
• A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required.

Nice To Haves

• TDLR Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician registration or certification preferred and required when applicable to assigned work.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, diagnose, repair, and replace HVAC equipment and components according to plans, codes, and specifications.
• Diagnose heating and cooling failures, airflow deficiencies, refrigerant issues, control faults, equipment failures, and indoor comfort complaints.
• Recover, evacuate, charge, and leak-test refrigerant systems in accordance with EPA requirements and provide temporary heating, cooling, and ventilation when required.
• Communicate with vendors, management, contractors and the public in a professional manner.
• Understand and enforce City of Conroe and Departmental policies and procedures.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Obtain certifications/licenses to perform work assignments.
• Make decisions in the absence of Superintendent.
• Respond at any hour during an emergency when requested.
• Work as many hours needed to get the work assigned completed.
• Understand engineer drawings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities

What This Job Offers

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