HVAC Technician II
Company: St. Mary's University
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description This position performs the
preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs and installation of
heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and building
automation systems. Performs all duties with progression
characterized by higher proficiency, faster work pace, and greater
understanding of heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration
theory/operation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Calibrates
and performs required maintenance and repair to electric and
pneumatic components such as thermostats, controllers, valves and
damper actuators. Replaces electric components such as motors,
transformers, fuses, fan relays, and thermostats on mechanical
systems with voltages up to 480 volts. Operates Central Plant
boilers, chillers, pumps, and cooling towers to ensure supply of
hot and chilled water to campus buildings. Cleans and makes
adjustments of Variable Frequency Drives Repairs piping systems
made of PVC, black iron, and braze/solder copper pipe by means of
both soft and silver solder methods. Services, repairs, and
installs window air conditioning units and heat pumps. Repairs
insulation on hot or chilled water piping using fiberglass or
flexible closed cell insulation. Performs water treatment/testing
of cooling towers and closed loop piping Performs other duties as
assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED required;
completion of Two-Year Trade School program or demonstration of
high level of mechanical aptitude preferred. Five (5) or more years
as a HVAC Tech I or equivalent. Minimum three (3) years in a Direct
Digital Controls (DDC) environment. EPA refrigerant certification
type universal required or must be able to successfully complete
within 3 months of hire. Must maintain a valid driver's license,
motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance,
and complete the University Van Driver Training within 90 days of
employment date. Must clear and maintain a favorable background
investigation and clearance Must be able to work evenings and/or
weekends as needed Must carry company provided cell phone and
respond to calls on a 24-hour basis while on-call. Must be
proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English; must have
ability to read written instructions, warning labels, and SDS
Sheets in English. Must possess legible handwriting, possess
eyesight in both eyes corrected to 20/20 and normal hearing ability
(may be corrected). Must observe safety precautions when working in
the presence of extreme noise. Must possess mathematical ability to
add, subtract, multiply, and divide in order to compute material
costs as required for completion of work order form. Must possess
understanding of control system drawings and electrical ladder
diagrams; HVAC systems and theory; Ability to work in an
environment that requires a high level of security. Must be able to
use of electrical meters to read voltage, resistance and current in
systems up to 480 volts. Must maintain satisfactory and harmonious
relationships with the public, and fellow employees each day to
assure quality service and appropriate interactions with others.
Must possess and demonstrate a high level of proficiency in
calibration and operation of DDC systems locally and remotely,
including installation practices and applications, such as Johnson
Controls Metasys, Distech, and Siemens Apogee. Possess ability to
identify multi-colored wiring (pass PIPIC test). PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Able to successfully handle frustrating conditions such as limits
on time, limited access to equipment, and dealing with
uncomfortable customers. Able to carry 50 pounds up and down stairs
Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/ stooping,
pushing/pulling, and twisting Frequent walking, climbing
stairs/ladder/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist
flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving Work
outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces;
frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, insects,
dust, toxic chemicals and fumes, noise, vibration, and electrical
hazards; workaround gas lines; work around machinery with moving
parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; may
work irregular hours The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. St. Mary's
University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
Keywords: St. Mary's University, Austin , HVAC Technician II, Engineering , San Antonio, Texas
