Facilities Maintenance & HVAC Specialist

City-of-Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

The City of Austin is seeking a Facility Service Specialist to maintain and repair assigned buildings, coordinating with vendors and internal teams. The role includes inspections, safety compliance, and reporting on maintenance needs.

Ideal candidates have strong HVAC/BAS knowledge, EPA certification, and ability to manage multiple contracts while working across Austin Water facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of facility maintenance, safety, and budgeting basics.
• Experience coordinating contracts and vendor work.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs basic building repairs and participates in installation activities.
• Inspects sites, reports maintenance needs, and ensures safety compliance.
• Coordinates with contractors, vendors, and internal teams for moves and repairs.
• Monitors contracts, prepares status reports, and supports cost estimates.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Communication skills

Planning and organizing

Contract coordination

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4 years of relevant work experience

Tools

BAS/EMS knowledge

HVAC systems familiarity

EPA Universal Certification

Job description

The City of Austin is seeking a Facility Service Specialist to maintain and repair assigned buildings, coordinating with vendors and internal teams. The role includes inspections, safety compliance, and reporting on maintenance needs.

Ideal candidates have strong HVAC/BAS knowledge, EPA certification, and ability to manage multiple contracts while working across Austin Water facilities.