Assistant Supervisor HVAC Services

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas, is seeking an Assistant Supervisor for HVAC Services to assist in supervising and coordinating HVAC technicians, ensuring efficient maintenance of facilities. The role includes leadership, training, and service area coordination.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, and a combination of eight years in the craft with at least one year in supervision, plus a valid EPA Universal Technician License.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED and related technical/vocational training.
• At least eight years in a craft with at least one year in supervision.
• Valid EPA Universal Technician License required.
• Combination of education, experience, and training considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor in service area management, including supervision, leadership, training, and delegations.
• Coordinate work orders, allocate time, and document work via CMMS.
• Assist with material ordering, inventory tracking, and project timelines.
• Support employee relations, interviewing, and candidate evaluation as needed.
• Ensure staff follow department policies and procedures and cover supervisor duties when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Technical/vocational training

EPA Universal Technician License

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA Universal Technician License

Job description

Requisition

202600247S

Title

Assistant Supervisor HVAC Services

FLSA status

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 07. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category

Skilled Craft

Department

Facilities Management - Facilities Services

Division

Division of Finance and Operations

Open Date

08/11/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Minimum of eight years in a particular area, field, or craft, performing at a journeyperson or equivalent level with at least one (1) year supervisory experience. Valid EPA Universal Technician License required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Assists in the supervision and coordination of employees in assigned areas in Facilities Management, HVAC Services.

Primary Responsibilities

Assists the supervisor in all aspects of service area management including but not limited to supervision, leadership, training and development, task and project delegations, and service area coordination of all assigned employees in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Service areas of Facilities Services. Assists with service area projects and performs duties and projects assigned by the supervisor. Uses a Computerized Maintenance Management System with work orders to allocate time, assign work and document work on a daily basis. Assists with the ordering of service area materials. Tracks inventory and oversees assigned projects and timelines. Schedules work assignments. May assist the supervisor with employee relations, problems, and other employee related areas such as interviewing, evaluating, and making recommendations of applicants and present employees. Oversees service area training, both formal, informal, and on the job training (OJT). Assists with the compilation of reports. Ensures that all assigned staff follow department policies and procedures. In the absence of the supervisor assumes supervisor responsibilities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Good working knowledge of the various types of equipment used in the assigned areas in a particular craft, skill, or unit. Proficiency in all phases of work performed. Working conditions are considered fair, but involve more than average (25% – 50%) exposure to one or more disagreeable elements or hazardous equipment, materials, and chemicals. Contacts will vary according to particular department and area assigned. Work requires the exercise of moderate judgment in the application and interpretation of policy, procedures, or practices to work problems of a well-defined nature. Decisions and commitments usually relate to many minor problems and occasionally to a major one. Moderately serious consequences or loss may result from errors in judgment.

Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy. Position requires driving and operating a university vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the university’s insurance carrier is required. Weekends, holidays, and extended hours may be required.

This position is designated as a critical infrastructure role and requires the employee to undergo periodic reviews of their criminal history and potential connections to foreign adversaries, as required by applicable policies and regulations. See HR-19 and FO-71 for additional details.

Full Time Part Time

Full Time

Quicklink

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48224

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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