TRADESMAN (HVAC) 1, 2, OR 3

State of Louisiana; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LASERS retirement

Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

State of Louisiana in Pineville, LA seeks a journeyman HVAC technician to perform routine, preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on commercial/industrial HVAC systems. You will train offenders, read blueprints, and oversee parts procurement and work packages while ensuring compliance with safety policies.

Responsibilities include documenting work orders, coordinating with contractors, and supporting facility utility systems under LA Army National Guard and LA Military Department

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level HVAC work with troubleshooting and repair.
• Reads blueprints, schematics, and shop drawings for projects.
• Trains and supervises offender crews in tool use and safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, corrective, and emergency HVAC maintenance.
• Prepare work packages, procure parts, and manage inventory.
• Coordinate contracted HVAC services and construction projects.
• Document inspections and work orders in the FE system; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Equipment installation

Supervise offender crews

Safety compliance

HVAC gauges

Refrigerant recovery

Voltage testing

Power tools

Tools

HVAC gauges

Refrigerant recovery

Volt/amp testers

Forklifts & lifts

General hand tools

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 179-2026 BENEFITS

OPENING DATE: October 02, 2026 Retirement:LASERS

CLOSING DATE:October 16, 2026 Insurance:Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid Holidays:10 plus proclaimed

*SALARY: Annual Leave:96 hours per year with tenure increases

MW-210 $35,734 - $42,890 Sick Leave:96 hours per year with tenure increase

MW-211 $38,230 - $45,885

MW-212 $40,914 - $49,109

*Salary indicates typical starting range. Level will be determined by qualifications.

JOB TYPE:Unclassified*

*Current Classified employees must give up their designation to accept this position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Performs routine, preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance, repair, and installation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems and related equipment. Executes journeyman-level HVAC work, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, installing, and maintaining commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, while maintaining and updating the Facilities Engineers (FE) Work Order Management System to accurately document inspections, maintenance actions, repairs, and completed work orders. Applies a thorough understanding of organizational policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and facility layouts to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable requirements. Trains and supervises offender work crews in the safe operation, proper use, and preventive maintenance of hand and power tools in accordance with Louisiana Army National Guard (LAARNG), Department of Corrections (DOC), and safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Develops bills of materials, estimates labor requirements, and prepares work packages for HVAC maintenance, repair, renovation, and construction projects. Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, specifications, and shop drawings to support installation, maintenance, fabrication, and repair projects. Procures HVAC parts, materials, tools, and equipment in accordance with established procurement guidelines and budget limitations; maintains accountability, inventory, security, and distribution of program tools, equipment, and materials; and assists with planning, coordinating, inspecting, and overseeing HVAC-related contracted services, construction projects, and Annual Training military support projects. Coordinates maintenance involving facility utility systems and works with local utility providers as needed. Maintains effective communication and professional working relationships with organizational personnel, tenants, contractors, vendors, and military personnel, and assists FE personnel with troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of plumbing, electrical, and other facility systems as workload requirements dictate. Attends required training, schools, seminars, meetings, and professional-development activities to maintain technical proficiency and regulatory compliance; completes all mandatory training, including Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), safety, and sexual-harassment prevention training; and performs assigned duties with minimal supervision, sound judgment, and independent decision-making. Maintains availability for emergency call-back during non-duty hours, weekends, holidays, and other emergency situations as mission requirements require, and performs other related duties in support of the Facilities Engineers mission.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Possesses solid knowledge and understanding of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance tasks, including preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance requirements. Demonstrates the ability to organize work, prioritize duties, and respond effectively to maintenance needs in a timely manner. Maintains a working knowledge of related construction and maintenance trades, including plumbing, electrical, and other general facility-repair activities. Proficient in the use of voltmeters, HVAC gauges, refrigerant recovery machines, electrical power tools, and hand tools. Able to safely operate support equipment such as generators, plumbing cameras, augers, and pressure washers, as well as specialized equipment and vehicles including forklifts, scissor lifts, utility task vehicles (UTVs), one-ton trucks, and half-ton trucks.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
• Must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations for extended hours over an extended period of time. Other periodic travel may be required.
• Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
• Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• All LMD positions require in-office attendance. This is not a remote position.
• Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment.
• For positions requiring computer/email access selected applicant must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card and maintain eligibility.
• LMD is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug test. Thereafter, all employees are subject to random drug testing.
• To become an employee of the LMD you must be a current member of the Louisiana National Guard or eligible for membership in the Louisiana State Guard.
• The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background investigation prior to employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employee (SAME)