HVAC Spec & Controls Technician
Sam Houston State University
Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202500206S
Title
HVAC Spec & Controls Technician
FLSA status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 9. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category
Skilled Craft
Department
Residence Life Maintenance
Division
Division of Finance and Operations
Open Date
07/01/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Technical vocational training related to job duties would be preferred. Seven years of experience as an air conditioning mechanic, to include: five years working with gas and electric boilers, furnaces and heaters; and five years working with all phases of pneumatic and electronic temperature controls. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Provides skilled work on the journey person level involved in the installation of new HVAC equipment and controls. Responsible for the maintenance, repair, replacement, and installation of various heating ventilation and air conditioning systems and refrigeration equipment. Provides skilled work in pneumatic and electronic controls related to central air conditioning. Answers repair calls and performs preventive maintenance on all HVAC equipment and controls in all University Residence Life buildings and structures.
Primary Responsibilities
Installs new equipment; overhauls and services air conditioning, appliances, boilers, and refrigeration units; and repairs, replaces, or adjusts worn or broken parts, condensers, compressors, water and or vacuum pumps. Tests and inspects units and equipment. Responsible for preventive maintenance, service, and installation of boilers, chillers, air handling equipment, various pumps, and related equipment; and repair of cooling towers. Installation and servicing includes all electrical and pneumatic control devices. Answers all repair calls relating to improper temperature. Repairs or replaces defective equipment of pneumatic or electronic thermostats and associated control valves and systems. Performs systematic preventive maintenance and status of all pneumatic equipment. Interprets drawings, schematics, and building plans to locate control problems. Performs various periodic duties such as parts requisitions, records, and reports. Creates preventative maintenance schedules. Participates in design of new systems. Performs electronic and systems maintenance required to operate, service, maintain and modernize electronic equipment systems and related equipment in respect to fire alarm and HVAC controls in University buildings and plants. Will analyze control systems on critical HVAC systems such as chillers, boilers, and DDC Building Systems to implement microprocessor control with full automation and integration with existing EMS DDS network. Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical analysis of existing controls and critical safeties for the purpose of designing system solutions employing off-the-shelf equipment to meet automation and integration needs. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Requires knowledge and use of standard tools used in the HVAC, electrical and controls trade. Requires skilled accuracy in all phases of work. Must have working knowledge of Johnson, Powers, Honeywell, and Robert Shaw controls, including the compressed air systems used in the electrical and controls trade. Working conditions are considered fair, but involve more than average 25-50 percent exposure to weather, electrical hazards, narrow quarters, noise, vibrations, dust, heat, chemical exposure, etc.
Will be required to be locally available for on call 24 hours per day, seven days per week on a rotational basis for emergencies 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
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44048
EEO Statement
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
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition
202500206S
Title
HVAC Spec & Controls Technician
FLSA status
Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 9. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category
Skilled Craft
Department
Residence Life Maintenance
Division
Division of Finance and Operations
Open Date
07/01/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Technical vocational training related to job duties would be preferred. Seven years of experience as an air conditioning mechanic, to include: five years working with gas and electric boilers, furnaces and heaters; and five years working with all phases of pneumatic and electronic temperature controls. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Provides skilled work on the journey person level involved in the installation of new HVAC equipment and controls. Responsible for the maintenance, repair, replacement, and installation of various heating ventilation and air conditioning systems and refrigeration equipment. Provides skilled work in pneumatic and electronic controls related to central air conditioning. Answers repair calls and performs preventive maintenance on all HVAC equipment and controls in all University Residence Life buildings and structures.
Primary Responsibilities
Installs new equipment; overhauls and services air conditioning, appliances, boilers, and refrigeration units; and repairs, replaces, or adjusts worn or broken parts, condensers, compressors, water and or vacuum pumps. Tests and inspects units and equipment. Responsible for preventive maintenance, service, and installation of boilers, chillers, air handling equipment, various pumps, and related equipment; and repair of cooling towers. Installation and servicing includes all electrical and pneumatic control devices. Answers all repair calls relating to improper temperature. Repairs or replaces defective equipment of pneumatic or electronic thermostats and associated control valves and systems. Performs systematic preventive maintenance and status of all pneumatic equipment. Interprets drawings, schematics, and building plans to locate control problems. Performs various periodic duties such as parts requisitions, records, and reports. Creates preventative maintenance schedules. Participates in design of new systems. Performs electronic and systems maintenance required to operate, service, maintain and modernize electronic equipment systems and related equipment in respect to fire alarm and HVAC controls in University buildings and plants. Will analyze control systems on critical HVAC systems such as chillers, boilers, and DDC Building Systems to implement microprocessor control with full automation and integration with existing EMS DDS network. Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical analysis of existing controls and critical safeties for the purpose of designing system solutions employing off-the-shelf equipment to meet automation and integration needs. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Requires knowledge and use of standard tools used in the HVAC, electrical and controls trade. Requires skilled accuracy in all phases of work. Must have working knowledge of Johnson, Powers, Honeywell, and Robert Shaw controls, including the compressed air systems used in the electrical and controls trade. Working conditions are considered fair, but involve more than average 25-50 percent exposure to weather, electrical hazards, narrow quarters, noise, vibrations, dust, heat, chemical exposure, etc.
Will be required to be locally available for on call 24 hours per day, seven days per week on a rotational basis for emergencies 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
Position Number
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44048
EEO Statement
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
JOB SUMMARY
HVAC Spec & Controls Technician
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville
19 days ago
N/A
Full-time
HVAC Spec & Controls Technician