Air Conditioning Mechanic II

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• Valid driver’s license; valid Texas driver’s license with less than 10 points.
• One year of experience as an HVAC technician in a residential or commercial setting.
• Type II or Universal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English and follow basic work instructions.
• Ability to perform a range of physical tasks including standing, walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching up to 6 hours daily, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, climbing stairs/ladders, pushing/pulling, twisting, overhead reach for up to 4 hours daily, and lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• 1+ years of practical experience in repairing, maintaining, and installing air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

• Formal training and experience troubleshooting and repairing heat pumps, DX units, auxiliary electric heat elements, and pneumatic and electric controls.
• Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment and stable work history.
• North American Technician Excellence (NATE) service certification or a State of Texas Certified Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician.

The AC Mechanic II will perform maintenance and repairs on university housing buildings, respond to work requests to repair defective units in housing facilities, perform preventive maintenance by checking building HVAC systems, and ensure that the equipment is operating (heating or cooling).

• Perform preventive and repair maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, steam, and electronic components of environmental control systems and equipment associated with multi‑story commercial and lab buildings.
• Install replacement coils, motors, electronics, compressors, thermostats, humidistats, fans, and other components of chilled water and direct expansion environmental control systems – including commercial refrigeration and process heating and cooling. Treat hydronic system loops to maintain water quality.
• Utilize measuring instruments such as multimeters, refrigeration gauges, thermo‑hygrometers, etc., and apply principles of thermodynamics and physics to resolve issues.
• Work with a team under the direction of work leaders to solve complex technical issues with HVACR equipment.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on repairs and services per university and regulatory requirements; keep accurate and up‑to‑date records of all systems.
• Read and interpret drawings and technical manuals; work from written and oral instructions.
• Serve as on‑call and essential personnel, which requires occasional irregular work hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency closures, to meet the department’s and the university’s needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
• Vacation, holidays, sick leave, and other time off to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Free wellness program; mother and family‑friendly resources.
• Training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
• Tuition support for yourself and for dependent children.
• TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I‑9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E‑Verify, and employment is contingent upon successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I‑9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.