HVAC Maintenance Assistant — Entry Level

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the HVAC team in repairing and maintaining heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems in university-owned buildings. The role emphasizes basic technical tasks and safety compliance.

Education can substitute for experience; a high school diploma or GED is required. All positions are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check, with University policy emphasizing equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Requires basic grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple math such as percentages and ratios.
• Education verification upon acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Gathers tools and supplies to be used at the work site, according to instructions.
• Assists in lifting, positioning and fastening objects and equipment; removes old equipment as required.
• Assist in more routine maintenance chores, such as cleaning units, filter replacement, rust removal and repainting, draining and filling oil reservoirs.
• Cleans up after jobs at the work site and maintains shop clean and neat.
• Assists in maintaining tools and equipment in good condition, and in keeping supplies and parts in order.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic grammar and math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Houston is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the HVAC team in repairing and maintaining heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems in university-owned buildings. The role emphasizes basic technical tasks and safety compliance.

Education can substitute for experience; a high school diploma or GED is required. All positions are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check, with University policy emphasizing equal opportunity.