HVAC​/Refrigeration Master Mechanic

HVAC/Refrigeration Master Mechanic

Louisiana Tech University seeks a seasoned HVAC/Refrigeration Master Mechanic to maintain and supervise the mechanical systems on campus.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of experience or training in the installation and/or maintenance of heating, ventilating, or air conditioning systems.
• EPA Section 608 Certification.

Job Duties

• Large‑Scale HVAC Management:
  Supervise and maintain over 11 absorption chillers (110‑400 tons), centrifugals (100‑200 tons), and 40 Freon chillers (100+ tons).
• Campus‑Wide Operations:
  Manage heating and cooling systems for all campus buildings and apartments, including 500+ residential units.
• Specialized Refrigeration:
  Maintain industrial and commercial units such as walk‑in freezers, ice‑cream machines, pony chillers, and reach‑in coolers.
• Mechanical Repairs:
  Perform expert‑level repair and replacement of compressors, motors, pumps, bearings, seals, and gaskets.
• System Maintenance:
  Clean and service evaporator/condensate coils, tubes, and fan coil units (over 2,000 units on site).
• Electrical Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose electrical issues, check and adjust controls, and handle the installation of control wiring.
• Chemical Treatment:
  Adjust solution charges in absorption chillers and manage the addition of inhibitors and alcohol as required.
• Infrastructure Support:
  Repair water and drain leaks and handle piping, ductwork, and cooling tower maintenance.
• Administrative Oversight:
  Responsible for procurement of parts and materials and supervising the refrigeration shop.
• Heavy Equipment Service:
  Maintain large‑scale air handlers, including over 400 blowers and their associated gearboxes, shafts, and couplings.

Position Details

• Appointment Type:
  Probationary Appointment.
• Location:
  
  Louisiana Tech University, Physical Plant – Ruston, LA.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday‑Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm (may include overtime, weekends, or holidays).
• Annual Salary: $46,842 – $84,302 (dependent on qualifications).
• Closing Date:
  May 25, 2026.
• Benefits:
  Health insurance plans, retirement options, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, reduced‑rate tuition, membership discounts, professional development training, and promotion opportunities; market adjustment salary increases available.

Additional Information

No Civil Service test score is required. Applicants must provide documentation of relevant experience and education; resumes alone will not be accepted.

Louisiana Tech University, Office of Human Resources
P.O. Box 3173
Ruston, LA 71272
Phone: 318‑257‑2235
Fax: 318‑257‑2482

Louisiana Tech University is an AA/ADA/EEO employer. The university hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Please note:

Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date to ensure consideration.