Plant Mechanic — HVAC & Mechanical Systems Pro

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX is seeking a Plant Mechanic to operate, maintain, repair and replace plant mechanical equipment across campus facilities.

Requires four years of mechanical systems experience; a high school diploma or GED is required. HVAC experience is preferred. On-call rotations and a valid Texas driver's license are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Four years of mechanical systems experience, HVAC preferred.
• Able to perform maintenance and repair of plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, operates, repairs, and replaces plant mechanical equipment.
• Inspects and troubleshoots chillers, boilers, AHUs, pumps, and related components.
• Performs on-call maintenance and rapid response to equipment failures.
• Assists Water Treatment Technician and supports safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical systems experience

HVAC

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Requisition:

202600205S

Title:

Plant Mechanic

FLSA status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary:

This position is a pay grade 3. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.

Occupational Category:

Skilled Craft

Department:

Facilities Management - Facilities Services

Division:

Division of Finance and Operations

Open Date:

07/13/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement:

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Prefer technical/vocational training related to job duties. Four years of mechanical systems experience or experience in a related field. Experience in HVAC is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Provides skilled work in the operation, maintenance, repair and replacement of Plant Mechanical Equipment.

Primary Responsibilities:

Maintains, operates, repairs, and replaces mechanical equipment. Repairs and replaces motors, pumps, pulleys, couplings and equipment. Provides maintenance on bearings, shafts, Air Handling Units (AHU), brackets and belts. Repairs, replace and clean a/c coils units. Inspects and trouble shoots various mechanical units, such as chillers, boilers etc. Flushes and acid treat coils on large air conditioning (a/c) units. Lubricates and inspects wear of various units or equipment. Replaces and repairs exhaust fan motors and blades. Performs cooling tower repairs. Assists Water Treatment Technician. Cleans boilers and tower units. Changes oil in a/c units and cooling towers. Repacks pumps. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:

Mechanical equipment‑various types. Fans, motors, air condition pumps, chillers, boilers, and related H.V.A.C. equipment. Skilled in repair and replacement of mechanical equipment, both inside and outside. Good mechanical ability required. Will be required to be on call 24 hours a day seven days a week on a rotational basis as needed by department.

Position requires driving and operating a university vehicle, therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier is required.

Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy.

Full Time Part Time:

Full Time

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47831

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report