The TxDOT Support Service Division is seeking a dependable and experienced professional to join our team as a HVAC (Air Conditioning and Heating) Mechanic. This role involves performing highly skilled work in the installation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of HVAC systems as well as general building maintenance tasks. While most tasks are completed independently, support is available for unusual or complex issues.

TxDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package, promotes a healthy work-life balance, and prioritizes the safety of its employees to the highest standard.

• HVAC Specialist II -A18, $,45,521 - $71,055
• HVAC Specialist III -A20, $51,158 - $81,351

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Work Location: 6230 E Stassney Lane, Austin TX 78744

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

HVAC Specialist II
Salary Group A18 $45,521 - $71,055

Performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of utility systems to include heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Work may also include some general maintenance repair work. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

HVAC Specialist III
Salary Group A20 $51,158 - $81,351

Performs highly skilled work in the installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of utility systems to include heating,
ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Work may also involve general maintenance repair work. May serve as lead worker for a group of building trades employees. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

HVAC Specialist II

• Inspects completed jobs for quality control.

• Monitors contracts for goods and services.

• Repairs or replaces defective HVAC equipment, components, or wiring.

• Discusses heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions

• Repairs or services heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve efficiency, such as by changing filters, cleaning ducts, or refilling non-toxic refrigerants

• Adjusts system controls to settings recommended by manufacturer to balance system.

• Recommends, develops, or performs preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, or vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, or changing filters.

• Assembles, positions, and mounts heating or cooling equipment, following blueprints or manufacturer's specifications.

• Observes and tests system operation, using gauges and instruments.

• Performs mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.

• Schedules work with customers and initiate work orders, house requisitions, and orders from stock.

• Estimates, orders, pick-ups, delivers, and installs materials and supplies needed to maintain equipment in good working condition.

• Reads blueprints to determine location, size, capacity, and type of components needed to build refrigeration system.

• Prepares and maintains logs, reports, or other documentation of work performed.

• Trains other mechanics in building trades.

• Enters work order information and tracks projects in the Automated Software System and orders materials and equipment.

• Performs general building maintenance and repairs.

• Performs periodic preventive maintenance on heating, ventilating, air conditioning, electrical and/or plumbing systems.

• Performs weekly walk-through of buildings to inspect operation of utility systems and related equipment.

• Plans and coordinates to determine best methods and materials for fabrication, maintenance, repair and finishing projects, including services provided by outside vendors.

• Provides estimates of time and materials needed for each assignment.

• Repairs HVAC electrical control systems.

• Repairs HVAC pneumatic control systems.

• Tests HVAC electrical circuits or components, using electrical test equipment.

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

HVAC Specialist III
All of the above, and:

• Recommends equipment specifications.

• May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage.

• Repairs or replaces defective HVAC Chiller equipment.

• Repairs or replaces defective boilers of various sizes.

• Calibrates and replaces controls.

• Maintains, repairs and services air conditioning/heating units and ventilation systems.

• Oversees a preventive maintenance program.

• Provides estimates of time and materials needed for each assignment.

• Tests electrical circuits or components, using electrical test equipment.

• Prepares and maintains logs, reports, or other documentation of work performed.

Minimum Qualifications:

HVAC Specialist II

Education High School Grad or Equivalent in in general high school studies.

Experience 2 years of experience in installation, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

HVAC Specialist III

Education High School Grad or Equivalent in in general high school studies.

Experience 4 years of experience in installation, maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications

HVAC Specialist II

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• TDLR Certified HVAC Technician
• Safety Impact Certificate-may obtain after hire

• EPA Refrgnt Handlng Cert Typ 2

HVAC Specialist III:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Safety Impact Certificate-may obtain after hire
• EPA Refrgnt Handlng Cert Typ 2

• HVACR Contractors License-Class B

Preferred Qualifications:

HVAC Specialist II/III

Experience in operation, maintenance, and repair of HVACR systems.

Competencies:

HVAC Specialist II

Considerable knowledge of:

• Methods and procedures used in building maintenance and repair

• Utility systems including heating, air conditioning, electrical wiring and plumbing

• Tools and equipment used in building maintenance and repair

Some knowledge of:

• Applicable computer systems and applications

Proficient skill in:

• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment

• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments

• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

• Using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade

• Monitoring the status and progress of projects

• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

• Repairing and maintaining of buildings, utility systems and related equipment

Ability to:

• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures

HVAC Specialist III
All of the above, and:

Extensive knowledge of:

• Methods and materials used in HVAC work

Proficient skill in:

• Administering applicable programs

• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

HVAC Specialist II/III

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Lic 375 and 447 are required.Higher level LIC or Cert may be subst.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• This position is part of a 13-member rotational on-call team. Once every thirteenth week, the selected individual will be on call for a seven-day period. During this time, the employee will receive compensation for designated on-call (“standby”) status and will earn compensatory time for standby and for each call to which they respond.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information