Air Conditioning & Heating Mechanic II

Trinity University; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity University seeks an Assistant Director for Buildings & Grounds to perform HVAC mechanical and electrical duties on VRF and chilled water systems. The role requires five years of journey-level VRF experience, along with factory VRF training and EPA Type III certification.

A Texas driver's license is required, with a clean driving record. Starting compensation ranges from $25.40 to $31.75 per hour, with multiple factors influencing pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two-year vocational or apprenticeship HVAC program preferred.
• Five years journey-level VRF mechanical/electrical experience required.
• Factory certification training from VRF manufacturer preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• EPA Type III refrigerant recovery certification required; university certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform HVAC mechanical and electrical duties on VRF and chilled water systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot commercial DX systems, pumps, and heat exchangers.
• Adhere to safety protocols and EPA refrigerant handling requirements.
• Support building and grounds operations to ensure reliable, energy-efficient HVAC performance.

Skills

VRF mechanical experience

HVAC system knowledge

Multi-priority management

DX systems proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year HVAC vocational program

University certification (preferred)

Tools

VRF manufacturer training

EPA Type III certification

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Job description

Job Family Group: Staff Department/Office: Assistant Director for Buildings & Grounds Time Type: Full time Compensation: $25.40-$31.75 Please note, starting salaries are based on factors including internal equity, relevant experience, and education. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description: Performs HVAC mechanical/electrical duties at the factory trained level of proficiency on chilled water systems, commercial VRF systems and secondary HVAC air and water systems.

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Formal OJT or Apprentice Program.
• Completion of a two-year vocational training program or apprenticeship training program in related HVAC field.

EXPERIENCE

• Required: Five years of journey level experience in a VRF mechanical and electrical field.
• Factory certified training from VRF manufacturer.
• Preferred: Five years of experience in commercial HVAC mechanical and electrical field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Required: Proficient with commercial DX systems, central plant equipment, and secondary HVAC air and water systems, pumps, heat exchangers.
• Preferred: Ability to handle multiple priorities.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License and have a good driving history. May not have more than two moving violations in a three-year period.
• Type III certification for refrigerant recovery/recycling as established by the EPA.
• Preferred: University certification.

Trinity University aims to attract an efficient, dedicated staff whose talents will continue to grow the University as an exceptional place to study and work.

Trinity University will post non-exempt staff positions for at least 5 business days and exempt staff positions for at least 10 business days. Faculty positions will remain open until filled. Postings may be extended if a sufficient number of qualified applications has not been received. Trinity University reserves the right to close a posting if a suitable applicant pool has been received and to withdraw or close postings at any time during the posting period.

Trinity University is an equal opportunity employer and as such provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any status protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran Trinity prohibits harassment and discrimination based on protected status , including sexual harassment and sexual misconduct. Any person may report discrimination, sexual harassment and sexual misconduct online or by contacting Interim Trinity's Title IX Coordinator, Michaela Postell.

You may also report in person or by mail addressed to her at One Trinity Place, Northrup Hall 210, San Antonio, TX 78212.