Salary: $20.69 - $22.96 Hourly

Location : Victoria, TX

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 201400715

Division: Administrative Services

Department: Physical Plant

Opening Date: 10/25/2024

Position Summary

The Physical Plant Department is recruiting for a full-time HVAC Technician. Responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of all campus heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Assist in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic EMS controls. Responsible for minor electrical wiring installations and repairs. T
This position requires passing a post-offer physical, functional assessment, and drug screen.

This position is benefits eligible. For more information on Victoria College's excellent benefits package, click the benefits tab.

About Our Institution
Victoria College (VC) is a vital public community college located in Victoria, Texas and has been a respected community partner in the Crossroads region since 1925 and continues to offer quality, affordable educational opportunities to help our students achieve their dreams. VC offers a variety of high-quality associate's degrees and transfer programs, preparing students for success in their chosen fields. The college fosters a close-knit community, serving approximately 8,200 students across diverse backgrounds and learning styles, including full-time, part-time, online, veterans, and adult learners. VC features five academic divisions:

1. Academic Support & Student Success
2. Allied Health
3. Career & Technical Education
4. Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences
5. Science, Mathematics, Engineering, & Physical Education

Additionally, VC offers various programs through the Academy of Lifelong Learning, catering to the educational needs of the community.

Living in the AreaVictoria, a charming city with a population of around 67,000, provides a welcoming and affordable environment. Residents enjoy a variety of benefits, including diverse culinary experiences, a rich cultural scene with museums and art galleries, and ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Victoria boasts over 50 parks and green spaces, including Riverside Park and Spring Creek Greenway, offering scenic walking and biking trails. The city is well-connected with regional transportation networks, including Victoria Regional Airport and multiple bus services. Victoria's cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for students and families alike.
Duties & Responsibilities

1. Inspects, repairs and performs preventative maintenance on chilled water systems up to 200 tons with helical gear and reciprocating compressors on Carrier and Trane units, hot water boilers, various types of pumps, direct and reverse acting pneumatic control systems, direct digital control systems, constant volume air handlers (single zone and multizone), variable air volume systems, packaged rooftop units with gas, and heat pump units;
2. Conduct necessary tests of HVAC equipment to determine cause of breakdowns;
3. Remove and replace faulty subassemblies and major components as needed to complete repairs;
4. Perform air balance checks on ventilation systems to maintain proper air circulation throughout the buildings;
5. Monitors campus HVAC systems with Energy Management System (EMS) computer program and makes adjustments as needed;
6. Installs electronic and pneumatic controls and distribution equipment such as relays and other related equipment;
7. Assist with electrical repairs and installations in campus buildings and grounds;
8. Performs monitoring/inspection of HVAC equipment to identify and prioritize maintenance needs;
9. Respond to emergency calls during non-business hours;
10. Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required;
• Must have a valid/current U.S. EPA Type II or Universal CFC license;
• Must have a minimum of two years progressively responsible experience in a commercial HVAC setting; experience must include installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC equipment;
• Preferred qualifications include having completed a HVAC training program or having a valid TDLR HVAC Technician Certification;
• Must have experience working with voltages of 24 through 480 volts;
• Ability to understand the proper use of the appropriate mechanical and electronic testing devices;
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, construction drawings and technical manuals;
• Ability to operate a computerized building environmental management system (EMS), experience with Johnson Controls Metasys preferred;
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds; must be able to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds; must be able to work indoors or outdoors;
• Must have a valid Texas Driver's license and be able to drive College vehicles;
• Must be detail oriented, dependable and able to maintain cooperative working relationships with all levels of College personnel, students and visitors.
• Must possess a smart phone or other approved device and agree to install and utilize the ExakTime Mobile App to capture and record all employee time records.
• Must obtain TDLR HVAC Technician Certification within three years of employment.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle tools and parts.
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, and carry items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds;
• Must have the mobility to access small work areas and work in varying temperatures and heights; must be able to work indoors or outdoors.
• Must be able to hear light to moderate sounds; the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally loud.

The following benefits apply to all full-time positions scheduled to work 30 hours or more each week. These full-time positions are also eligible to participate in our TRS retirement plan.

Victoria College offers an excellent benefit package for eligible employees that includes group insurance as well as a generous amount of paid time off:

Group Insurance
Health insurance

• Full-time employees: 100% VC paid; employee pays 50% for dependents

• Coverage for the new employee/dependents is effective on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting period

Optional benefits - available at group rates

• Coverage for the new employee/dependents is effective on the 1st of the month following hire date
  • Flexible Spending Accounts - health and dependent care
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Term Life
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Accidental death & dismemberment
  • As an added benefit, Victoria College issues a credit of up to $30 each month to full-time employees to help offset the cost of premiums

Supplemental benefits - offered through Globe Life

Retirement
Participation in the Teacher Retirement System is mandatory (ORP option for eligible employees)

• Currently, the employee contribution is 8.25%. The state and Victoria College, together, contribute 8.25%
• Social security is deducted each pay period
• Payroll deduction for 403-b and 457 deferred compensation plans are available

Other Benefits

• Workers compensation insurance
• Direct payroll deposit
• Tuition waiver for benefits eligible employees and their dependents through age 25
• Use of the Sports Center which includes treadmills, rowing machines, exercise classes, etc.
• Technology training

Paid Time Off

• Vacation for eligible employees (does not apply to faculty positions). Effective 90 days after start date
  • Full-time employees: 80 hours up to 10 years of service then 120 hours for 10+ years of service
• Sick leave
  • Full-time employees: accrues at 8 hours each month
• Developmental and professional leave
• One week at Thanksgiving
• Two weeks for Winter Break
• One week for Spring Break
• Regular holidays
  • Labor Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • Good Friday
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day

Non-faculty employees get Fridays off during the summer