Blinn College
Description
Blinn College is seeking a full-time HVAC Technician III at its Brenham Campus for hands-on residential and commercial HVAC work. This position works 40 hours weekly, Monday through Friday, with after-hours calls as required and occasional day travel between campuses and facilities.
What you'll do
- Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot complex HVAC/R systems, including electrical wiring, refrigerant lines, components, and complete units.
- Monitor computerized HVAC/R controls and support optimization of energy management and control systems.
- Provide technical guidance, training, and mentoring to lower-level HVAC technicians responding to work requests.
- Participate in HVAC/R projects and established safety programs to support a safe work environment.
- Maintain a parts inventory for common repairs.
What you'll bring
- High school diploma or GED, supplemented by vocational or specialized training in air conditioning, electrical, or mechanical work.
- At least five years of HVAC experience; journeyman-level state license where applicable.
- Approved EPA certification to handle and purchase refrigerants; valid Texas driver’s license in good standing or ability to obtain one.
- Ability to diagnose complex HVAC/R problems independently and interpret mechanical, electrical, and control schematics.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft O365 and a Computer Maintenance Management System; strong organization and communication skills.
- Knowledge of HVAC/R safety standards and relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather, climb ladders, crawl, and stand for prolonged periods on concrete.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and unstable objects, walk uneven terrain, stoop, bend, stretch, and twist.
- Near visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision, and color vision are required.
- Regular, punctual attendance and after-hours call availability required; overtime may be required for ongoing jobs or emergencies.
- Preferred experience includes chilled- and hot-water systems, refrigerated chilling, direct-expansion air conditioning, gas-fired heating, and energy management systems.
- Higher education or public facilities experience preferred; NCCER Core plus Trade Levels 1–3, OSHA 10- or 30-hour, and HVAC/R certifications preferred.
Benefits
- College-paid health insurance: 100% for full-time employees and 50% for dependents; life insurance equals twice your annual salary.
- Annual leave includes 96 vacation hours, 40 discretionary hours, 16 personal hours, and eight sick hours accrued monthly.
- Paid college-designated holidays and spring, Thanksgiving, and Christmas breaks total approximately 25 days per year.
Pay: $37,440 per year + experience
How to apply
Ready to apply? Review the opening and complete your application through Blinn College’s career site using the link below.
https://blinn.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/273?c=blinn