Night Shift HVAC Mechanic I — Campus Systems

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University in San Marcos seeks a dependable HVAC Mechanic I for the night shift to maintain and repair campus HVAC and refrigeration systems.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent, EPA 608 certification, and at least 1 year of HVAC experience. You will read technical instructions, perform preventive maintenance, and join a rotating after-hours on-call schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or high school diploma with certified program or equivalent education/experience.
• EPA Section 608 certification appropriate to equipment and refrigerant service activities.
• At least 1 year of HVAC maintenance, troubleshooting, or repair experience.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC principles, tools and safety practices.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions and maintenance procedures.
• Available and willing to work after-hours on-call duty in a rotating schedule.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and eligibility to operate University vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine repairs on HVAC/refrigeration systems.
• Inspect air-handling units, exhaust fans, coils and chillers; coordinate with Utilities.
• Change filters/belts and perform lubrication/bearing checks.
• Monitor equipment performance and document readings (temperature, pressure, electrical).
• Respond to service requests and create AiM work orders with details.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical/electrical/refrigerant problems and escalate when needed.
• Follow safety procedures and verify qualifications before work; escalate if limits exceeded.
• Support emergency response and restoration of HVAC systems when required.
• Participate in training and PQS; progression requires demonstrated competence.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Read technical manuals

Safety practices

On-call readiness

Driver's license (TX)

Education

Assoc degree or HS diploma with cert program

EPA Section 608 certification

EPA Section 608 Universal Certification

Job description

Texas State University in San Marcos seeks a dependable HVAC Mechanic I for the night shift to maintain and repair campus HVAC and refrigeration systems.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent, EPA 608 certification, and at least 1 year of HVAC experience. You will read technical instructions, perform preventive maintenance, and join a rotating after-hours on-call schedule.