Campus HVAC & Refrigeration Master Mechanic — Lead Systems

State of Louisiana; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement options

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition discount

Wellness center access

Professional development

Promotions

Job summary

Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, LA, seeks an HVAC/Refrigeration Master Mechanic to lead the maintenance of campus climate systems within the Physical Plant Department. You will oversee large-scale chillers, air handling equipment, and related refrigeration systems across classrooms, offices, and student housing.

The role combines hands-on technical mastery with supervisory responsibilities, supporting a safe, efficient campus environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Supervise and maintain over 11 absorption chillers (110–400 tons).
• Manage campus heating and cooling for all buildings and 500+ residential units.
• Maintain industrial refrigeration units like walk-ins and pony chillers.
• Repair and replace compressors, motors, pumps, bearings, seals and gaskets.
• Service evaporator/condensate coils, tubes, and fan coil units (2000+).
• Diagnose electrical issues and install control wiring.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Industrial refrigeration

Education

EPA 608 Certification

Job description

Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, LA, seeks an HVAC/Refrigeration Master Mechanic to lead the maintenance of campus climate systems within the Physical Plant Department. You will oversee large-scale chillers, air handling equipment, and related refrigeration systems across classrooms, offices, and student housing.

The role combines hands-on technical mastery with supervisory responsibilities, supporting a safe, efficient campus environment.