Salary: $59,000.24 - $87,207.12 Annually

Location : 78207, TX

Job Type: 4A Full-Time

Job Number: 2025-00182

Department: Building & Equipment Services

Opening Date: 10/15/2024

Closing Date: 1/12/2025 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for scheduling and supervising assignments of subordinate technicians in the performance of maintenance and repair work on heating and air conditioning equipment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location401 S. Frio St. (Frank D. Wing Municipal Court)

Work Hours7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions

• Performs inspections and supervises the maintenance and repair of heating and air conditioning equipment.
• Operates HVAC maintenance equipment to perform diagnosis of equipment and schedules repairs, frequently lifting and carrying equipment weighing 30 pounds.
• Maintains technical manual library, historical records, and blueprints line.
• Coordinates building and equipment modifications and prepares cost estimates.
• Reviews energy management reports and budget operating funds for recommendations.
• Prepares biweekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Participates in the hiring, disciplining, and termination of personnel.
• Maintains inventory of parts and tools.
• Operates automated control system in the absence of a trained operator.
• Trains employees on maintenance and repair procedures and standard safety practices.
• 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).
• Advanced HVAC technical training is highly desirable.
• Five (5) years of full journey level experience in the HVAC trade, including working with large tonnage (3000) chill water plants, electrical and pneumatic control systems, water treatment, and boilers up to six million BTU's. Supervisory experience highly desirable.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
• Must possess a Class "A" Air Conditioning/Refrigeration license from the State of Texas.
• Must successfully pass all background investigations.

Applicant Information

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of procedures, methods, and techniques used in HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of HVAC control equipment.
• Knowledge of electronic, pneumatic, and manual HVAC controls.
• Knowledge of computer controlled HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques used to repair and maintain chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and pumps.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management.
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and practices.
• Skill in operating all the tools and equipment used in the installation and maintenance of HVAC equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform the installation, repair, and maintenance of complex HVAC and units.
• Ability to interpret charts on gauges, electrical, temperature, and humidity meters, and recording equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical and pneumatic HVAC control systems.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to develop work plans and schedules.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• 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:

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 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?

• Yes
• No

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
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

05

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

• Some High School (No GED)
• 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 in full journey level in the HVAC trade, including working with large tonnage (3000) chill water plants, electrical and pneumatic control systems, water treatment, and boilers up to six million BTU's.?

• 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 possess a Class "A" Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Technician Certification issued by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation?

• Yes
• No

08

Select any of the following items you have at least five years experience with:

• Direct Digital Controls (DDC)
• Building Automation Systems
• Direct Expansion (DX) Unitary Systems Package Systems (20 ton or larger)
• Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) controllers
• None of the above

09

How many years supervisory experience do you have related to commercial HVAC systems?

• 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

10

Describe the methods you use to determine man-hour, material and equipment costs. If you do not have any experience, respond "n/a"

11

Describe a large scale (200+ ton) HVAC project you worked on. What was your role? If you do not have any, respond "n/a"

12

I acknowledge for this position I must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: 1) Felony Convictions, 2) Felony Deferred Adjudication, 3) Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, 4) Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, 5) Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and 5) Family Violence Convictions.

• I acknowledge

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

Required Question