HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) LEADER

Salary : $23.44 - $43.33 Hourly

Location : Houston, Texas

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 35877

Department : General Services

Opening Date : 01 / 23 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 6 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from : ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division : Property Management

Reporting Location : 900 Bagby St.

Workdays & Hours : M - F; 7 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 00 p.m.

• On Call nights, weekends and holidays
• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The General Services Department is seeking an individual who will supervise, coordinate and perform repairs and maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems including but not limited to :

Perform preventive maintenance.

Meets with contractors to obtain bids for heating and air conditioning systems and explain scope of project. Research equipment capabilities.

Interacts with crafts and trades people to complete complex work orders.

Collaborates with assigned repair people to discuss site-specific heating and air conditioning problems and make recommendations.

Reviews completed work orders, cost sheets, content of repair and maintenance jobs.

Monitors system operations to determine corrective action, improve performance, identify problem areas in repairs / new construction, and adjust A / C system.

Will be present for work for all weather and facility related emergencies as deemed necessary by the City of Houston as a Tier I employee

Performs other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Specialized training in principles, procedures, practices, routines or techniques in a specific area or trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education or training beyond the high school level. Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Four years of experience in the installation, service and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems are required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid Texas driver's license in compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Requires HVAC certification.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with a TDLR Licensed HVAC Technician Certification and at least seven years' experience. Experience in Building Automation Systems, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook), and Work Order Systems is greatly desired.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The department may administer a skill assessment.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 18

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at :

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting : or call 832.393.8085.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.8085. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include :

Dental

Vision

Wellness

Supplemental Insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement pension

457 deferred compensation plan

Employee Assistance Program

10 days of vacation each year

11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

Compensable Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Flexible schedules

Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

Professional development opportunities

Transportation / parking plan

Section 125 pretax deductions

Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http : / / www.houstontx.gov / hr / benefits.html

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

Are you currently an active employee of the City of Houston's General Services Department?

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

How may verifiable years do you possess in the installation, service and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems experience.

Do you have a valid Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of selection in compliance with the City of Houston Motor Vehicle Assignment and Use Policy (AP 2-2)?

Do you possess an active TDLR licensed HVAC Technician Certification? (If, "Yes", please upload a copy of that certification to this application.)

Please describe your verifiable experience in heating and air conditioning. ("See resume" is not an acceptable answer". If no experience, please type "N / A".)

How many years of experience do you have meeting with contractors to obtain bids for heating and air conditioning systems?

Do you have experience using a Work Order System?

Briefly describe what makes you a successful leader. ("See resume" is not an acceptabe answer. If no experience, please type "N / A".)

Are you available to work On Call nights, weekends and holidays?

Please describe your proficiency level in Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, and Word.

If you have a contract work history, then please provide the paying contractor company you have worked for and the jobsite your serviced. (If no contract works then put N / A)

Required Question

Salary : $23 - $43