Lead HVAC Mechanic

Job Information

Functional

Title:

Lead HVAC Mechanic

Job Title:

HVAC Mechanic III
Agency:
Health and Human Services Commission
Department:
Plant Maintenance
Posting Number: 11412
Closing Date: 02/18/2026
Posting Audience:
Internal and External
Occupational Category:
Installation, Repair, and Maintenance
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-20
Salary Range: $4,263.16 - $6,779.16
Pay Frequency:
Monthly

Shift: Day
Additional

Shift: Days (First)
Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:
Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt
Facility

Location:

Denton State Supported Living Center

Job Location City: DENTON

Job Location Address: 3980 STATE SCHOOL RD
Other Locations:
Denton

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. Your contributions will shape the quality of care at our State Supported Living Centers, which serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. HHSC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off, and numerous opportunities for career advancement.

The HVAC Mechanic III, Lead HVAC Mechanic, performs advanced work in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) building maintenance and construction at a State Supported Living Center or State Hospital. Key duties include:

• Maintain safe and uninterrupted heating and air conditioning services in accordance with Texas Administrative Code (T.A.C.) and life safety code standards.
• Collaborate with the maintenance supervisor on long‑term HVAC maintenance and renovation projects.
• Perform, schedule, and/or oversee installation, adjustments, alterations, inspections, maintenance, repairs, and restorations of chilled water systems, direct exchange systems, refrigerated systems, heating systems (boilers/steam), and automated controls.
• Work on refrigeration units such as ice machines, walk‑in freezer vaults, and residential refrigerators, as well as water‑based heating and cooling systems such as chillers and boilers.
• Assign, schedule, and prioritize the work of other staff assisting with HVAC work, accomplishing daily and weekly tasks most effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment performance and work completed.
• Serve as a team lead on HVAC projects and develop schedules for routine work.
• Train others to perform HVAC work and use the equipment commensurate with skills and training.
• Perform and document inspections in accordance with applicable life safety code standards; assist in air quality sampling.
• Oversee and monitor controls, temperature, humidity levels, and energy consumption.
• Change filters routinely, adjust air handler belts and other parts as necessary.
• Coordinate parts and material acquisition requirements.
• Properly use, clean, store, inventory, and perform minor repairs on tools.
• Work as a team member with other members of the maintenance department and/or other employees to complete tasks including operating motorized vehicles, making deliveries, and picking up supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure overall safe operations of the facility, including weekend and/or after‑hours callouts when required.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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