HVAC Technician

HVAC Technician

Under general supervision, the HVAC Technician performs skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the repair, installation and alteration of the city's heating, ventilation, air monitoring and refrigeration systems and related equipment and facilities; perform preventative maintenance and routine servicing of equipment.

Posted pay range is the starting salary. Pay rate offered is based on experience.

Examples of duties include:

• Inspect, repair, modify and install HVAC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, chillers, forced air converter units, pumps, automatic and hand valve, expansion valves and capillary tubes.
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units, including boilers, gas and electrically operated air conditioning equipment, and make necessary adjustments or repairs; service and repair evaporative coolers.
• Repair or replace defective parts in units and equipment and their controls including thermostats, automatic switches, fan controls, log switches, damper motors, louvers, relays, filters, controls, belts, compressors, heat exchangers, high limit controls, pressure controls, safety valve, and automatic gas valves.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, welder torch, vacuum pump, test equipment utilized in the trade and a motor vehicle; maintain equipment in effective and safe working condition; maintain parts and tool inventory.
• Perform skilled electrical maintenance work in the repair, installation and alteration of HVAC equipment, components, timers, motors and wiring systems as needed; connect motors to controls panels.
• Install, rebuild, replace or repair fans, motors, thermostats, fuses, filters, bearings, valves, controls, gaskets and other equipment as necessary.
• Maintain related records concerning time, labor and materials; maintain log of tasks performed and write reports as required.
• Perform skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the inspection, repair, installation and alteration of city heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and related equipment and facilities.
• Observes applicable building codes, ordinances and regulations of State and local authorities pertaining to HVAC, refrigeration and boilers.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on HVAC systems and assist in developing scalable PM programs to support the City's growth.
• Collaborate with controls technicians to support the installation, integration, and optimization of Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track, manage, and document all projects and work requests.

Experience and training required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of documentable HVAC journeyman level operation, maintenance and repair experience in the HVAC and refrigeration trade.

Certificates and licenses required:

• HVAC Certification required
• Valid Texas driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Obtain Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) within first twelve (12) months of hire
• Two (2) week on-call rotation required every eleven (11) weeks (when fully staffed)

2026 City of Round Rock Employee Benefits Overview

At the City of Round Rock, our employees drive our success. We believe serving the community starts with taking care of our employees. We're committed to offering competitive and comprehensive benefits that not only protect your health and financial future but also help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Health & Medical Coverage

Robust Medical Plans: Comprehensive in-network coverage, 100% covered preventive care, and competitive deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums. The City invests in employee well-being by paying a significant share of premiums and providing subsidies for dependent coverage.

No-Cost, On-Site Primary Care Health Clinic: Free primary care visits at RockCare for employees and eligible dependents, ensuring convenient, quality care.

Dental and Vision Benefits

Dental Plan : Low copays and in-network savings for exams, cleanings, fillings, and major dental procedures.

Vision Plan : Affordable vision coverage with benefits for exams, eyewear, and contact lens services—ensuring you see clearly every day.

Leave Benefits

Paid Parental Leave: Bond with your newest family member through paid parental leave that supports work-life balance when it matters most.

Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals: Accrue 120 hours of vacation leave and 96 hours of sick leave in year one!

Personal Leave: Full-time exempt employees enjoy 40 hours of personal leave a year.

12 Paid City Holidays: A holiday schedule designed for rest, recharge, and time with family and friends.

Life, Disability, and Supplemental Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance : Basic life insurance provided at no cost with optional voluntary coverage available to ensure your family's security.

Disability Coverage : Short- and Long-Term Disability plans protect your income in the event of illness or injury.

Supplemental Benefits : Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Gap insurance help cover unexpected costs, easing financial stress during tough times.

Flexible Spendings, Retirement & Savings

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Pre-tax options for health care and dependent care expenses that help you manage out-of-pocket costs.

2:1 Match on Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Retirement Pension : Secure your future with our TMRS retirement plan—your savings grow twice as fast! You contribute 7% of your pre-tax gross salary to an account that earns at least 5% interest every year. At retirement, the City matches your TMRS account 2:1 and also provides a supplement death benefit.

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans: Boost your financial goals by deferring some of your pre-tax income and investing it for growth.

Tuition Assistance: Support for further education and career development.

Balancing Work and Life

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free, confidential counseling services for personal or work-related challenges.

Legal & ID Theft Protection: Enjoy peace of mind with affordable legal assistance and identity theft protection for life's unexpected challenges.

Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with optional pet insurance that helps cover vet costs.

Wellness Benefits:

Free 24/7 gym access with showers, lockers, and modern equipment.

Free Round Rock Public Library card with access to LinkedIn Learning training.

Free Yoga and Strength/Conditioning classes.

Free or discounted memberships to local recreation centers and access to community resources.

Free pool passes (excluding RockNRiver).

Free access to training courses, online and in-person.

And so much more!