TJJD- HVAC Mechanic III-HVAC Technician; GNS

HOW TO APPLY

Complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and the following additional forms (available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). )

• TJJD Employment Application Supplement (HR-003)
• Child Abuse Registry Check Consent Form (HR-028)
• Disclosure of PREA Employment Standards Violation (HR-975)
• Authorization to Release Information (HR-074)

Failure to complete and submit the above forms will cause delays in your consideration for this position.

Apply Online at   &tz=GMT-05:00 and attach the above additional forms along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214).

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You will also need to complete and attach to the application the supplemental questions/forms indicated above along with copies of high school/college diploma(s), copy of official college transcripts, any licenses/certifications, and, if a military veteran, any Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214). The additional forms are available at https:// and can be submitted via email to HRJobsGainesvilleas.gov.

Your job application must be completely filled out and include all employment, do not limit employment to the past 10–15 years. The application must contain complete job histories, which include job titles, employer name, dates of employment (month & year), supervisor’s name and phone number, and a description of duties performed, and whether it was full‑time or part‑time and hours per week.

If any of this information is not provided, your application may be rejected as incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https:// Benefits include: retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add‑on benefits include: dental, vision, optional life insurance, voluntary AD&D insurance, dependent health & life insurance, health & dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc.

Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

Performs advanced (senior‑level) heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) mechanic work. Employees may perform the full range of work and may provide guidance to other HVAC mechanics and/or coordinate or oversee HVAC projects. Work involves coordinating the installation, repairs, and overhaul of HVAC equipment and systems based on work orders and preventative maintenance activities.

Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per work week.

• Performs maintenance on HVAC equipment and systems.
• Observes and performs periodic inspections to ensure efficiency of HVAC systems.
• Checks performance of thermostats, automatic controls, and pressure gauges.
• Cleans, services, oils, and adjusts equipment; tightens fittings; aligns and repacks pumps; replaces belts; and changes and cleans filters.
• Replaces defective compressors, cleans and recharges systems, and repairs motors and thermostats.
• Coordinates parts and material requirements with supply room or warehouse.
• Overhauls and services HVAC equipment.
• Overhauls and services air compressors and pumps associated with HVAC equipment and systems.
• Repaints or replaces worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors, and water and vacuum pumps.
• Repaints or adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings.
• Tests equipment for refrigerant leak, charging, and metering device issues.
• Removes and installs motors, thermostats, and humidistats.
• Adjusts expansion valves and adds gas to refrigeration…