Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for complex and non-routine maintenance and repair of heating and air conditioning equipment. Work is performed independently in accordance with general instructions or planned preventive maintenance schedules. Exercises no supervision.

Work Location

Henry B Gonzalez Convention Center - 900 E Market Street, San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Hours

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday with occasional weekends, holidays, and on-call

Essential Job Functions

Troubleshoots, repairs, installs and maintains a variety of heating and air conditioning equipment.
Removes pumps and performs maintenance work, may frequently lift/carry up to 30 pounds to operate HVAC maintenance equipment.
Adjusts and calibrates temperature control devices.
Assists more senior technicians in chiller and boiler inspections; performs preventive maintenance.
Performs preventive maintenance inspections and repairs.
Gives technical advice and guidance as needed.
Installs new equipment according to provided instructions.
Performs water treatment analysis.
Adjusts and maintains chemical feed systems.
Initiates requisitions for parts and supplies.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
One (1) year work experience maintaining and repairing heating and air conditioning equipment.
Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
Must certify with the State of Texas as Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician within six (6) months of employment.

Preferred Qualification

EPA Refrigeration Certification

Applicant Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment repair, installation and maintenance procedures practices and techniques.
Knowledge of electronic and pneumatic HVAC control systems.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and practices.
Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
Knowledge of principles and practices of HVAC equipment design.
Knowledge of pressure charts, gauges, tools and equipment used in HVAC equipment repair.
Knowledge of installation and maintenance.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair electronic and pneumatic HVAC control systems.
Ability to read and interpret refrigeration pressure charts and gauges electric, temperature and humidity meters and recording equipment.
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
Ability to perform preventive maintenance on large HVAC equipment including cooling towers and boilers.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to perform all the physical with or without accommodations, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position including decision making.
Working conditions are both indoors and outdoors, with some exposure to temperature extremes, dust, dirt, grease, and loud noises.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note

Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
Yes - Both Programs
No

04

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

05

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

Some High School
High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
None of the above

06

How many years of experience do you have maintaining and repairing heating and air conditioning equipment?

I do not have any experience
Less than one year
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 years
6 years
7 years
8 years
9 years
10 years or more

07

Do you currently have a certification with the State of Texas as a Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician or have the ability to obtain it within 6 months of employment?

Yes, I am certified
Yes, I will be certified within six (6) months of employment
No

08

Do you have a valid state of Texas Class "A" or "B" Air Conditioning and Refrigeration certification?

Yes, I have my Class "A" certification
Yes, I have my Class "B" certification
Not Applicable

09

If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please provide your Air Conditioning and Refrigeration license number and expiration date. Otherwise, answer "NA".

10

Do you currently have your EPA Refrigeration certification (Type Universal)?

11

Select any of the following items you have at last two (2) years of experience with:

Troubleshooting heating and air conditioning equipment
Repairing heating and air conditioning equipment
Installing heating and air conditioning equipment
Performing water treatment analysis
Performing pump maintenance
Calibrating temperature devices
Assisting with chiller and boiler repairs
Assisting with chiller and boiler inspections
Adjusting and maintaining chemical feed systems
Reading pressure charts
Reading wiring diagrams and schematics
None of the above

12

How many years of experience do you have working with Building Automation systems (BAS)?

I do not have any experience
Less than one year
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 years
6 years
7 years
8 years
9 years
10 years or more

13

I acknowledge that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

I agree

14

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

I acknowledge.
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