Head HVAC Technician

Technician

Job Role:

Head HVAC

Pay Grade: OS 10

Department/School:
Maintenance Operations

Function:
Support Services

Reports to:

Director of Grounds and Maintenance

HR Date Approved:
July 2008

HR Date Revised:
April 2026

SUMMARY:

A licensed HVAC technician in Texas is a professional who installs, maintains, and repairs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for the safe condition and operation of all HVAC systems in District facilities. Requires a valid HVAC license from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), which requires passing an exam and meeting certain education and experience requirements.

* To be eligible for licensure, you must meet one of the following experience requirements:

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
• Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
• Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Maintenance and Repair

• Supervise the diagnosis and repairs of malfunctions in various types of heating and air conditioning systems.
• Assign work to repair, replace, or calibrate controls including thermostats and switches.
• Install new heating and air conditioning systems and components and relocate and expand existing HVAC systems as needed.
• Conduct on-site inspection of completed repair projects. Monitor and inspect contract work.
• Direct the fabrication, assembly, and installation of duct work and piping according to code specifications and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
• Manage preventive maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.
• Oversee duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.
• Oversee inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials including maintaining coolant dispensing records to meet federal requirements.

Safety

• Coordinate preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Provide training and orientation to all skilled workers in safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other Duties

• Receive and complete work orders. Select materials and hardware, make time and materials cost estimates, and maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Select materials and estimate costs.
• Inspect completed jobs and maintain inventory of tools and equipment.
• Assist Energy Manager to complete energy conservation surveys to realize most efficient, cost-effective use of HVAC energy.
• Respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed.
• Utilize effective communication skills; ensure that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
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