Duties: assist in analyzing, diagnosing, repairing, and replacing HVAC equipment at SAU facilities; ability follow directions from HVAC technician and supervisor; assist with performing scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, and service requests including replacement, and modifications of equipment or systems as needed or requested by the University; communicating with administration and supervisor in an effective way is a requirement for this position; responsible for assisting in servicing products and equipment on assigned projects, ensuring satisfaction by identifying issues; ability to continually improve the efficiency of all equipment by maintaining a PM program; use equipment along with a variety of hand-tools, to maintain and make minor repair to units; continue to enforce safety to the highest standard and maintain security and accountability of university issued and procured assets by recording use, wear and conditions; display team effort and dedication to the university by maintaining flexibility to work overtime and weekends as the university requires and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: high school diploma or equivalent; one year of experience with HVAC equipment; one year HVAC basic knowledge and HVAC service preferred; valid driver’s license with no major traffic violations, suspensions, or DUI's; requires working in diverse conditions; this HVAC position is physical; requires employees to regularly lift 50 lbs. or more. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity of the University community and excellence in interpersonal behaviors and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement. Applicants may apply online at https://web.saumag.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/staff-employment-application/ or an application can be picked up in the Office of Human Resources, Overstreet Hall, Room 115, and mailed to the Office of Human Resources, Southern Arkansas University, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. Non-listed references may be contacted. AA/EOE. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $25,395.00 per year Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Overtime • Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Summary Responsible for HVAC and mechanical building systems, utilizing knowledge of refrigeration theory, control systems, pipe fitting, and structural layouts. Skills and Experience Five to seven years related experience and/or training. Essential Functions and Duties (including but not limited to) • Responsible for servicing products and equipment on assigned projects and ensuring customer satisfaction. • Uses a variety of hand-tools, following blueprints or engineering specifications, to diagnose and repair units. • Performs preventative maintenance, site surveys, replacement, and modifications as needed or requested by customers. • Determines parts to order for repairs and timeliness of need. • Uses power tools and computers. • Identifies, analyzes, and repairs equipment, instruments and products at the customer’s location(s). • Performs preventive maintenance and modifications as needed or requested by the customer. • Seek out and submit Work Change Authorizations based on customer need. • Maintains company vehicle by keeping records of service manuals, schedules with warehouse manager required maintenance and repairs. • Ability to get along with others. • Turns in all required paperwork and reports in a timely manner. • Keeps current on all product offerings concerning installation, operation, maintenance, service and repair • Provides technical support to customer. • Ability to use provided software applications to document customer calls, labor and work performed. Education • Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school with a certificate in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning; or equivalent experience. • EPA approved Universal Technician Certification
See More Details >>Mechanical Concepts LLC is based in Shreveport. However, our service area is North Louisiana, Southwest Arkansas AND East Texas. We are looking for a HVAC technician who lives in Southwest Arkansas and will work in Southwest Arkansas and the surrounding area. Pay range: Negotiable, depending upon experience. Duties include preventive maintenance, commissioning and servicing of commercial HVAC systems including, chillers, VRV systems, boilers, pumps, and associated equipment and controls. An Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a Technical/Trade School with a Certificate in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning is beneficial. This position requires strong technical aptitude and a solid work ethic. Factory training provided. Essential Functions: Duties include preventive maintenance, and servicing of commercial HVAC systems including, chillers, VRV systems, boilers, pumps, and associated equipment and controls. Start up and commissioning on new HVAC equipment including, chillers, VRV systems, boilers, pumps, and associated equipment and controls. Communication with other technicians, engineers, managers and clients. Benefits: • * Full time position/40 hours guaranteed each week • Paid bi-weekly/overtime as needed • Performance based incentive plan • 1 to 3 weeks of vacation per year as tenure increases • Additional PTO - 4 hours each month after 90 days’ employment • ½ Health insurance paid (employee or family) • Health insurance plan (eligibility after 90 day probationary period) includes long term disability coverage (60% of salary after 90 days) and $20,000 term life insurance paid 100% by company • 401K after 1 year with matching up to 4% of salary • 401K plan includes an optional profit-sharing contribution that has historically been funded 100% since we have had the plan • 8 paid holidays per year
See More Details >>Becoming an HVAC technician in Magnolia, AR, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 HVAC technicians nationwide, with a 6% job growth projected from 2022 to 2032. In Magnolia, AR, apprentices earn an average of $719 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $57,300 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
