What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Licensed Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) position at Southside ISD?
Job Title: Master Licensed Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician
Reports to: Director of Maintenance & Facilities
Dept./School: Maintenance Department
Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Pay Grade: OS7 - 245
Date Revised: 09/30/2025
Primary Purpose:
Under general supervision, maintain, repair, and install heating and air conditioning systems and equipment throughout the district. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all HVAC systems in district facilities.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Texas driver’s license
- Texas air conditioning and refrigeration contractor license or technician certification
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of HVAC repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations
- Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
- Ability to use hand and power tools
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
- Acceptable driving record as verified by the Texas Department of Public Safety annually
Experience:
- Five years experience in HVAC field
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
General
- Demonstrates thoroughness, reliability and a high degree of accuracy in performing work assignments.
- Works cooperatively with others and maintains a positive attitude in the work environment.
- Demonstrates initiative and good judgment in problem solving and decision making.
- Reports promptly and maintains good attendance.
- Uses time productively on the job.
- Follows district policies, rules and regulations
- Accepts supervisory direction
- Strives to improve job skills
- Demonstrates tact, courtesy and helpfulness in dealing with staff, students, parents, and visitors in the district.
Maintenance and Repair
- Diagnose and repair malfunctions in various types of heating and air conditioning systems, including rooftop equipment.
- Install new heating and air conditioning systems and components.
- Relocate and expand existing HVAC systems as needed.
- Repair, replace, or calibrate controls, thermostats, switches, fuses, and electrical wiring.
- Fabricate, assemble, and install duct work and piping according to specifications and code.
- Wire and connect motors, compressors, temperature controls, and humidity controls according to wiring schematics.
- Maintain Freon dispensing records to meet federal requirements.
- Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and procedures for all HVAC equipment, including changing of filters and cleaning condensers and coils.
- Perform duct cleaning and air quality testing as needed.
- Assist energy manager to complete energy conservation surveys to realize most efficient, cost-effective use of HVAC energy.
- Receive and complete work orders.
- Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
- Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
- Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
- Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
- Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
- Detect needed repairs on equipment following established inspection procedures.
- Respond to emergency calls as needed.
Safety
- Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
- Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
- Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise general maintenance worker when assigned.
Equipment Used:
Meter, gage, welding equipment, ladder, hoist, hand and power tools, pipe bender, propane torch. Light truck or van.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent districtwide travel.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.