HVAC Repair Person

Position Overview

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

DIVISION:
Facilities Management & Development - HVAC

LOCATION:

6200 Wheeler St. Houston, Texas 77023 *

WORKDAYS &

HOURS:

Monday - Friday 6:30 am to 3:30 pm *

• Subject to change

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well‑maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking a Heating & Air Conditioning Repair Person to join its Facilities Management & Development team.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace HVAC equipment & components.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, including changing filters and cleaning equipment.
• Repair various cooling systems (i.e., A.C. split, roof top package units, window units and water‑cooled systems).
• Troubleshoot electrical failures, remove and replace all faulty electrical components.
• Cleans and replaces condensers, evaporator coils and faulty compressors.

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. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns.

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 HVAC certification.

One year of experience in the installation, service and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems is required.

N/A

• 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

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.

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.

YES

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

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

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

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.