Lead HVAC Mechanic

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Date:
Dec 19, 2025

Location:

DENTON, TX, 76210

Facility:
Denton State Supported Living Center – 3980 State School Rd, Denton, TX 76210

Benefits: 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, career advancement opportunities. Explore Benefits of Working at HHS.

Functional

Title:

Lead HVAC Mechanic

Job Title: HVAC Mechanic III

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Plant Maintenance

Posting Number: 11412

Closing Date: 02/18/2026

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-20

Salary Range: $4,263.16 – $6,779.16 per month

Shift: Day

Travel: Up to 5%

Employment Type: Full Time

FLSA Exempt/Non‑Exempt: Nonexempt

• Perform advanced HVAC work at State Supported Living Center – install, adjust, inspect, maintain, repair, and restore chilled water systems, direct exchange systems, refrigerated systems, and heating systems.
• Schedule and supervise HVAC projects and coordinate long‑term maintenance and renovation projects.
• Assign, prioritize, and lead the work of HVAC technicians to accomplish daily and weekly tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment performance and work completed.
• Assist in air quality sampling and monitor controls, temperatures, humidity, and energy consumption.
• Coordinate parts and material acquisition requirements.
• Operate motorized vehicles, make deliveries, and pick up supplies as needed.
• Work some weekend and after‑hours callouts as required to ensure safe facility operations.

• At least 12 months of experience as an HVAC mechanic or technician.
• Experience in commercial HVAC system, diagnosing malfunctions, installations, and repairs.
• Experience using HVAC tools and equipment; working from blueprints or sketches.
• Associate degree in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license;
  Texas driver’s license within 90 days of hire.
• EPA Section 608 Technician Certification required; R410A certification preferred.
• North American Technician Excellence (NATE) or HVAC Excellence certifications preferred.
• Ability to perform labor‑intensive work; standing, bending, walking, lifting 50‑100 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot and/or cold conditions and in cramped spaces.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to teach and train others on HVAC equipment and tools.

• Oversee installation, adjustments, alterations, inspections, maintenance, repairs, and restoration of HVAC systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and monitor energy efficiency.
• Develop long‑range HVAC maintenance and upgrade plans.
• Monitor environmental control systems and troubleshoot equipment.
• Train and supervise HVAC technicians.
• Maintain accurate records and coordinate parts and materials.

• Effective communication orally and written.
• Basic mathematical computations.
• Ability to perform labor‑intensive work, most of the work day standing, bending, walking, lifting 50‑100 lbs.
• Ability to lead the work of others and teach/train others to safely use HVAC equipment and tools.
• Ability to work harmoniously and productively with co‑workers and residents.

• All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks (CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities).

• All State Supported Living Center employees subject to random drug testing.

• Flexibility in work hours, willingness to work weekends, holidays, overtime and extended hours.

• Minimum age 18 years.

Active‑duty, reservists, guardsmen and veterans encouraged to apply if qualified.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability provided during hiring and selection process.

EPA Section 608 Technician Certification, Universal; R410A certification; NATE; HVAC Excellence; HVAC Contractor License;
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician license.