HVAC Repair Person

About the Department

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION: Property Management Division
LOCATION: 2707 Dalton
WORKDAYS & HOURS: Monday – Friday, 7am-4pm*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

The Fixed Asset Specialist supports the General Services Department by assisting in the tracking, tagging, inventory, and disposal of the City’s fixed assets. This position helps maintain accurate asset records in systems such as SAP and supports both office and warehouse operations. Responsibilities include updating asset information, conducting physical inventories, organizing surplus items, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with City policies and procedures. The ideal candidate is detailed oriented, organized, comfortable learning computer systems, and able to work in both administrative and warehouse environments.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace HVAC equipment & components. 

• Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including changing filters and cleaning equipment. 

• Repairs various cooling systems (i.e., A.C. split, roof top package units, window units and water-cooled systems). 

• Troubleshoots electrical failures, removes and replaces all faulty electrical components. 

• Cleans and replaces condensers, evaporator coils and faulty compressors.

WORKING CONDITIONS     
The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time.

This General Services position is a Tier I level position.

Position Duties

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 
KNOWLEDGE: Specialized training in principles, procedures, practices, routines or techniques in a specific area or trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education or training beyond the high school level. Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required. 
Requires Section 608 Technician Certification–Universal issued by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and a HVAC Technician Certification (Registered or Certified) by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
One year of experience in the installation, service and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems is required.
 
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
N/A

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Texas Driver's License PREFERRED
• Commercial Heating & Air Conditioning experience HIGHLY PREFERRED
• State of Texas Registered Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician License HIGHLY PREFERRED
• EPA Section 608 Certification HIGHLY PREFERRED

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**  

Other Qualifications

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. 

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION       YES
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.  

Pay Grade 14

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6120.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.6120. (TTY 7-1-1).

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Benefits

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
 

Supplemental Questions

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Agency Information

EmployerCity of HoustonAddress 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002 Website https://www.houstontx.gov/