HVAC Technician

Mylubbock; Lubbock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mylubbock in Lubbock, TX is seeking an HVAC Technician to operate and perform skilled maintenance on commercial heating and cooling equipment, including refrigerants. This on-site role requires on-call duty and strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, system overhauls, and coordination with CMMS operators. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2 years of HVAC experience, and EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in commercial HVAC.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Clear background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, system adjustments, troubleshooting, and basic repairs on HVAC systems.
• Overhaul seasonal systems and transitions between heating and cooling operations.
• Assist with major component replacements and resolution of complex system issues.
• Maintain records of inspections, maintenance activities, and equipment conditions per codes.
• Develop and maintain EPA refrigerant compliance records and logs per EPA 608 requirements.
• Assist in capital improvement planning for HVAC equipment life cycles.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Read wiring diagrams

CMMS coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification

Tools

Multimeters

Job description

Summary

Operates and performs skilled maintenance and repair on commercial heating and cooling equipment, including work with refrigerants. Performs other skilled building maintenance and repair in the plumbing, electrical, and carpentry trades. This position will be required to be on-call.

Essential Functions

• Perform preventive maintenance, system adjustments, troubleshooting, and basic repairs on pneumatically controlled and digitally controlled HVAC systems.
• Perform seasonal system overhauls and transitions between heating and cooling operations to ensure reliable and efficient system performance.
• Participate in major HVAC component replacements and assist with the evaluation and resolution of complex system issues.
• Perform building HVAC system repairs and maintenance in coordination with operators of the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment conditions while ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal HVAC codes, regulations, and standards.
• Develop and Maintain EPA Refrigerant Compliance processes and record keeping for Recovery, Usage, and Disposal logs per EPA Section 608 (40 CFR Part 82) requirements.
• Inspect HVAC equipment, systems, and components to evaluate operating conditions and prepare comprehensive HVAC equipment condition assessments.
• Assist in the development of capital improvement programs and replacement plans for HVAC equipment approaching or exceeding its expected service life, based on equipment condition assessments.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of HVAC Parts Inventory System.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, two (2) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC systems, and EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification.

Valid Texas driver’s license.

• Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***
• No Class B Misdemeanor convictions within last 10 years***
• No Class A Misdemeanor, Felony Convictions or Family Violence Conviction***

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge Of

• HVAC systems including package units, split systems, and chilled water systems
• Texas requirements for recovering, adding, and documenting use of refrigerants
• Electrical systems including electrical and electronic control systems
• Preventive maintenance strategies for HVAC systems

Ability to:

• Prepare proposals, estimates, and scopes of work for HVAC repairs and equipment replacement;
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair chilled-water HVAC systems;
• Remove, replace, install, and commission various types of HVAC systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot all types of HVAC units and repair as needed;
• Install/Replace new or failed HVAC systems;
• Read wiring diagrams to ensure proper connections;
• Use multimeters for diagnosing HVAC issues;
• Prepare and maintain records and documentation;
• Work effectively under pressure and time constraints;
• Work cooperatively with the public, bidders, contractors, other departments;
• Follow oral and written instructions;
• Communicate effectively with others;

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Continuously stand and walk during the shift;
• Occasionally sit, bend, and kneel during the shift;
• Frequently climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, or inclined surfaces;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently move entire body along a surface in a crawling motion;
• Continuously rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
• Place arms above, at, or below shoulder height
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package.

1. 01 Do you have 2 years of experience in the in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC systems?
2. 02 Do you have an EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification, if so how long have you had it?
3. 03 Are you available to be on call?
4. 04 Can you perform other skilled building maintenance and repair in the plumbing, electrical, and carpentry trades?

• Required Question