Texas Department of Transportation
HVAC Specialist II/III (Air Conditioning HVAC Mechanic)
🇺🇸Austin, Texas, United States2 days ago
$45,521 – $81,351SeniorFull Time
The TxDOT Support Service Division is seeking a dependable and experienced professional to join our team as a HVAC (Air Conditioning and Heating) Mechanic. This role involves performing highly skilled work in the installation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of HVAC systems as well as general building maintenance tasks. While most tasks are completed independently, support is available for unusual or complex issues.
TxDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package, promotes a healthy work-life balance, and prioritizes the safety of its employees to the highest standard.
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Work Location: 6230 E Stassney Lane, Austin TX 78744
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
HVAC Specialist II
Salary Group A18 $45,521 - $71,055
Performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of utility systems to include heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Work may also include some general maintenance repair work. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
HVAC Specialist III
Salary Group A20 $51,158 - $81,351
Performs highly skilled work in the installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of utility systems to include heating,
ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Work may also involve general maintenance repair work. May serve as lead worker for a group of building trades employees. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Essential Duties:
HVAC Specialist II
Inspects completed jobs for quality control.
Monitors contracts for goods and services.
Repairs or replaces defective HVAC equipment, components, or wiring.
Discusses heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions
Repairs or services heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve efficiency, such as by changing filters, cleaning ducts, or refilling non-toxic refrigerants
Adjusts system controls to settings recommended by manufacturer to balance system.
Recommends, develops, or performs preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, or vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, or changing filters.
Assembles, positions, and mounts heating or cooling equipment, following blueprints or manufacturer's specifications.
Observes and tests system operation, using gauges and instruments.
Performs mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.
Schedules work with customers and initiate work orders, house requisitions, and orders from stock.
Estimates, orders, pick-ups, delivers, and installs materials and supplies needed to maintain equipment in good working condition.
Reads blueprints to determine location, size, capacity, and type of components needed to build refrigeration system.
Prepares and maintains logs, reports, or other documentation of work performed.
Trains other mechanics in building trades.
Enters work order information and tracks projects in the Automated Software System and orders materials and equipment.
Performs general building maintenance and repairs.
Performs periodic preventive maintenance on heating, ventilating, air conditioning, electrical and/or plumbing systems.
Performs weekly walk-through of buildings to inspect operation of utility systems and related equipment.
Plans and coordinates to determine best methods and materials for fabrication, maintenance, repair and finishing projects, including services provided by outside vendors.
Provides estimates of time and materials needed for each assignment.
Repairs HVAC electrical control systems.
Repairs HVAC pneumatic control systems.
Tests HVAC electrical circuits or components, using electrical test equipment.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
HVAC Specialist III
All of the above, and:
Recommends equipment specifications.
May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage.
Repairs or replaces defective HVAC Chiller equipment.
Repairs or replaces defective boilers of various sizes.
Calibrates and replaces controls.
Maintains, repairs and services air conditioning/heating units and ventilation systems.
Oversees a preventive maintenance program.
Provides estimates of time and materials needed for each assignment.
Tests electrical circuits or components, using electrical test equipment.
Prepares and maintains logs, reports, or other documentation of work performed.
Minimum Qualifications:
HVAC Specialist II
Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in in general high school studies.
Experience: 2 years of experience in installation, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
HVAC Specialist III
Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in in general high school studies.
Experience: 4 years of experience in installation, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
HVAC Specialist II
EPA Refrgnt Handlng Cert Typ 2
HVAC Specialist III:
HVACR Contractors License-Class B
Preferred Qualifications:
HVAC Specialist II/III
Experience in operation, maintenance, and repair of HVACR systems.
Competencies:
HVAC Specialist II
Considerable knowledge of:
Methods and procedures used in building maintenance and repair
Utility systems including heating, air conditioning, electrical wiring and plumbing
Tools and equipment used in building maintenance and repair
Some knowledge of:
Applicable computer systems and applications
Proficient skill in:
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade
Monitoring the status and progress of projects
Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Repairing and maintaining of buildings, utility systems and related equipment
Ability to:
Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
HVAC Specialist III
All of the above, and:
Extensive knowledge of:
Methods and materials used in HVAC work
Proficient skill in:
Administering applicable programs
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
HVAC Specialist II/III
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
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Applicant InformationThe Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
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