HVAC Technician/General Maintenance

HVAC Technician/General Maintenance

Nonexempt

Director of Maintenance

08/31/2026

Maintenance

Primary Purpose

Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout district. Assist with maintenance of grounds. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all HVAC systems in district facilities.

Qualifications

Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Valid Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation journeyman HVAC Class B license

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

Ability to work independently and as a team member

Ability to use HVAC programming software

Knowledge of HVAC repair and maintenance

Previous experience in general building maintenance

Experience in HVAC field

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Repair

1. Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
2. Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
3. Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
4. Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman. Ability to repair kitchen equipment and HVAC. Perform annual maintenance of HVAC equipment.
5. Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds if needed.
6. Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.
7. Help with water line repairs, which includes digging below ground.
8. Climbing onto rooftop to make needed repairs.
9. Assemble, install, maintain and pressure test all pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
10. Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment, including sinks, commodes, and water heaters.
11. Diagnose and repair malfunctions in various types of heating and air conditioning systems. Repair, replace, or calibrate controls including thermostats and switches.

Safety

1. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
2. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
3. Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

*Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The district Title IX Coordinator is Mr. Scott Martindale Superintendent, 6735 Ted Trout Dr., Lufkin, TX 75904 ph.: View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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