Campus HVAC/R Technician - Central Plant & Commercial Systems

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar University is seeking an HVAC Technician to install, inspect, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC systems across campus. The role requires diagnostic skills, CMMS usage, and collaboration with multiple trades to keep campus facilities reliable.

Essential duties include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and assisting with training and mentoring. This position may require responding during emergencies and university closures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in HVAC or related field or HVAC training with certification.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive HVAC experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, diagnostics, preventive maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems and related components.
• Review, prioritize and document work orders using CMMS and other systems.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with other trades; provide customer service and mentor team members.
• Maintain safety compliance and participate in emergency response when needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

HVAC maintenance

CMMS

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in HVAC or related field

HVAC certification

Tools

Central plant operations

Gas-fired boilers

Job description

Lamar University is seeking an HVAC Technician to install, inspect, maintain, and repair commercial and industrial HVAC systems across campus. The role requires diagnostic skills, CMMS usage, and collaboration with multiple trades to keep campus facilities reliable.

Essential duties include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and assisting with training and mentoring. This position may require responding during emergencies and university closures.