[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_repeat="no-repeat" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" hover_type="none" first="true" background_blend_mode="overlay"][fusion_text hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" sticky_display="normal,sticky" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_delay="0"] The Engineering Department at Schreiner University in Kerrville, TX invites applications for a tenure track, full-time, on-campus position as Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering to begin August 2024. Schreiner University launched its Engineering major in Fall 2022 with tracks in Mechanical and Civil and is on track to attain ABET accreditation. We seek an individual with a strong commitment to undergraduate education in a liberal arts environment, and leadership potential to develop and grow this new program. Research specialization is open, and we will give full consideration to applicants from all Mechanical Engineering specializations. Primary responsibilities include teaching 12cr per semester of lower level and upper-level engineering courses. Typical duties for the position also include mentoring undergraduate research projects compatible with the resources available at a primarily undergraduate institution and service to the university through committee work and academic advising of undergraduate students. Qualifications: An earned doctorate in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field) or ABD with completion no later than July 2025. Teaching experience is preferred. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. In addition to the online application, applicants should submit a 1. cover letter addressing your interest in the position, 2. curriculum vitae, 3. statement of teaching philosophy 4. unofficial transcripts, 5. the names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three references. These materials should be emailed to hr@schreiner.edu. Kerrville, TX is located in the beautiful Hill Country region of Texas, approximately 1 hour west of San Antonio, on Interstate I-10. Outdoor lovers will make use of many parks along the Guadelupe River and hiking trails throughout the region. Kerrville is less than 30 minutes away from Fredericksburg, TX hub of the 2nd largest winemaking region in the United States, and Bandera, TX, Cowboy Capital of the World. Schreiner University is a uniquely Texan, Hispanic-serving institution. We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and are strongly and actively committed to diversity within our community. Materials that cannot be submitted electronically may be mailed to: Human Resources 2100 Memorial Blvd CMB 6233 Kerrville, Texas 78028 Position is open until filled. Schreiner University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, extracurricular programs or employment against any individual on the basis of that individual’s race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, veteran status or ethnic origin. Apply for Job [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
See More Details >>INTRODUCTION: This job description describes the authority, duties, responsibilities, reporting relationships and measure of accomplishment for the functional position of the Automation Engineer of All-Plastics. BASIC FUNCTION: This position is responsible for the general maintenance of production equipment and creating automation systems. Must be able to troubleshoot, diagnose and perform moderate to complex repairs on machinery. Must have thorough knowledge of functions and operations of all process and associated support equipment. AUTHORITY: The Automation Engineer receives sufficient authority from and is accountable to the General Manager for the successful completion of assigned duties and responsibilities. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: The Automation Engineer reports directly to the Plant Manager. This position does not supervise any direct reports. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The principal duties and responsibilities of the Automation Engineer consist of, but are not limited to, the following: • Troubleshoots, diagnoses and repairs product equipment using mechanical, pneumatic, electrical and hydraulic blueprints • Has thorough understanding of equipment, the functions and operational procedures • Performs general facility maintenance to improve or modify facility • Performs mold changes and modifications to improve or modify facility • Assist in installation, assembly and set up of production machinery • Repairs facility equipment such as HVAC, electrical/electronic or material handling equipment, and is able to read blueprints and schematics • Follows and participates in plant safety/housekeeping guidelines designed to ensure a safe work environment. • Will assume an active role on our 6s committee and will lead, educate, train, in the area of 6s • Must communicate issues that jeopardize company profitability, traceability, reliability, and creditability • Support our ISO certification efforts at all times • Install end of arm tooling, robotics, interfaces and develop automated systems to increase efficiency and safety. • Train appropriate staff on how to set up, troubleshoot and maintain all automation equipment • Various other duties may be assigned MEASUREMENT OF PERFORMANCE: The Automation Engineer shall be deemed to be performing in a satisfactory manner when the following have been met and/or exceeded: Goals Outlined on Matrix: • Unscheduled DT Machine Overall satisfaction of immediate supervisor. REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: Preferred: 4 year degree Required: High School Diploma with five years experience in maintenance and plastic production and two years in a supervisory role SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and read blue prints and technical drawings, such as machine, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic , and electrical. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OSHA approved forklift certification Scissor/Platform Lift Training /Certification May require fire brigade ME membership and /CPR/First-Aid Training PHYSICAL: Includes lifting, sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and use of hands and arms. Job may require heavy lifting (Up to 50 lbs.). Peripheral vision and depth perception required. MENTAL: Must be able to read, write and speak English. This position requires effective communication with all levels of the Organization WORKING CONDITIONS: Required to work throughout the plant in both air conditioned and non-air-conditioned situations. May work around and on machinery, using various kinds of machine and hand tools. Work environment may be hazardous, noisy, and dusty. ACKNOWLEDGMENT: This job description is intended to serve as a general list of the requirements for this position, the authority for action that the person occupying this position has, and the responsibilities and duties to be performed. It is not intended as a contract for employment, nor does it guarantee employment for a period of time. I have reviewed, and understand the above job description and believe it to be accurate and complete. I also agree that management retains the right to change this job description at any time.
See More Details >>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. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage. Functional Title: Senior HVAC Mechanic Job Title: HVAC Mechanic II Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Plant Maintenance Posting Number: 6172 Closing Date: 09/04/2025 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Installation, Repair, and Maintenance Salary Group: TEXAS-A-18 Salary Range: $3,793.41 - $5,921.16 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: Kerrville State Hospital Job Location City: KERRVILLE Job Location Address: 721 THOMPSON DR Other Locations: Kerrville MOS Codes: 1161,6073,6499,3E1X1,91C,EN,MK,MM,UT Brief Job Description: Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below. The HVAC Mechanic II, Senior HVAC Mechanic, performs complex (journey-level) work in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) building maintenance and construction trade at a State Hospital. Maintains safe and uninterrupted heating and air conditioning services to facility operations and utility systems in accordance with Texas Administrative Code (T.A.C.), life safety code, and other industry standards. Work involves performing installation, adjustments, alterations, inspections, maintenance, repairs, and restorations of basic units such as direct exchange units, and more complex units such as chilled water chillers and heating systems to include boilers/steam systems, high pressure boilers, and automated controls. Works on refrigeration units, such as ice machines, walk in freezer vaults and residential refrigerators, and water-based heating and cooling systems such as chillers and boilers. Maintains accurate records of equipment performance and work completed. Serves as team lead on HVAC projects. Trains others to perform HVAC work and use the equipment commensurate with skills and training. Performs and documents inspections in accordance with applicable life safety code standards. Assists in air quality sampling and helps with air quality remediation projects. Monitors controls, temperatures, and humidity levels. Changes filters routinely, and air handler belts and other parts as necessary. Coordinates parts and material acquisition requirements. Properly uses, cleans, stores, inventories, and performs minor repairs on tools used. Works as a team member with other members of the maintenance department and/or other employees to complete tasks including, but not limited to, operating motorized vehicles, making deliveries, and picking up supplies. Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the overall safe operations of the facility. As needed, works some weekend and/or after-hours callouts, to respond to situations impacting safe facility operations. Works under the general supervision of a maintenance technician lead person or other appropriate staff depending on facility structure, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Essential Job Functions (EJFs): Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift, and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility. Performs installation, adjustments, alterations, inspections, maintenance, repairs, and restorations of simple and complex chilled water systems, direct exchange systems, refrigerated systems, heating systems to include boilers/steam systems, and automated controls, utility systems, and ventilation systems to include duct work. Repairs or replaces defective components such as coils, evaporators, condensers, fans, driers and air handlers, and pumps. Builds, modifies, and installs ductwork. Replaces defective compressors on refrigeration systems, cleans and recharges systems, and replaces motors and thermostats, as necessary. Maintains and repairs refrigeration units, such as ice machines, walk in freezer vaults, and residential refrigerators. May perform minor repairs on other items such as complex kitchen equipment commensurate with abilities. Follows directions, administrative codes, and life safety code standards in performance of duties. Designs a schedule for and performs preventative maintenance on HVAC equipment and systems. Ensures life safety code standards are met. Implements the schedule for preventative maintenance work. Observes and performs periodic inspections to ensure efficiency of refrigeration and heating systems. Checks performance of thermostats, humidistats, automatic controls, and pressure gauges. Adjusts valves and checks refrigerant levels. Cleans, services, oils, and adjusts equipment; tightens fittings; aligns and repacks pumps; replaces belts; and changes and cleans filters. Adjusts system settings for proper system operations. Tests refrigeration equipment for proper operation and performs refrigerant leak searches. Monitors environmental control systems, such as an energy management control system to set and maintain indoor temperatures; setting start and stop times by sector and room within each building on campus. Uses this same system to trouble shoot equipment by checking the operational status of each system component of an HVAC unit such as condenser fans, air handling units, supply air temps, the operation of valves and dampers in ductwork, and chilled water lines. Analyzes the history of a system over time to determine equipment problems and determine their probable causes and formulate possible fixes. Samples and monitors air quality, takes initiative to resolves issues and proactively prevent them (such as the creation of mold) and reports issues beyond ability to supervisor for action. Uses hand tools, power tools, and complex equipment such as diagnostic systems and volt meters and safety equipment as necessary. Properly cleans and stores tools and other equipment after each use. Performs minor repairs and preventative maintenance on tools as needed and reports major issues to the supervisor. Completes tool inventory as required. Trains other staff to use equipment and tools commensurate with skill and ability. Maintains accurate records including records of repairs and gauge readings of temperatures, oil levels, and pressures. Accurately completes and maintains records on work orders using the designated electronic or hard-copy system. Oversees accurate completion of records by other staff and provides training/coaching when necessary. Coordinates parts and material requirements. Communicates needs for equipment, part and materials to the designated person such as with the supply room or warehouse in accordance with designated processes and timeframes. Follows the daily, weekly, and monthly scheduling of work in the maintenance department. Works as a team member with other department members to perform other duties assigned to the department. Safely operates vehicles such as state motor-pool vehicles, golf carts, trucks assigned to the maintenance department, and other types of motorized vehicles as necessary to perform job duties. Reports any significant issues to the supervisor for handling. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledgeable in the installation, repair and maintenance of cooling, refrigeration, and heating equipment. Knowledge of general principles and theory of pressure, vacuum, vaporization, heat conductions, and of safety regulations. Knowledge of Life Safety Code standards Knowledge of the adjustments, alterations, inspections, maintenance, repairs, and restorations of chilled water systems, direct exchange systems, refrigerated systems, heating systems to include boilers/steam systems, and automated controls. Knowledge of boilers, building mechanical systems, electrical distribution systems, HVAC, refrigeration, and sanitation. Technical knowledge concerning advanced Energy Management Systems (EMS) and electronic controls, or ability to gain that knowledge. Skilled in diagnosing malfunctions with systems and coming up with the right solutions and equipment for the rectification of the malfunctions. Skill in maintaining proper heating, ventilation, and air conditioning levels. Skill in the use of tools and test equipment used in the maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment. Skill in preventive maintenance and inspections of air conditioning and heating systems, steam systems, supplies, tools, utility systems, and ventilation systems. Skill in performing adjustments, alterations, inspections, maintenance, repairs, and restorations of buildings, boilers, equipment, heating systems, steam systems, supplies, tools, utility systems, and ventilation systems. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to read, understand, and apply a variety of inter-related instructions such as those found in guidelines, regulations and policies. Ability to interpret and work from drawings, schematics, or sketches. Ability to work independently or with a team. Ability to communicate effectively orally, and/or in writing, using electronic equipment, with other members of the maintenance team and/or other employees. Must be able to meet facility driver requirements. Ability to speak and read English is preferred. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to perform labor-intensive work, with most of the workday spent standing, bending, walking, lifting, and carrying 50-100 pounds, and reaching overhead, and/or working in cramped spaces such as in ceilings. Ability to work in hot and/or cold conditions. Ability to work harmoniously and productively with co-workers and residents. Ability to teach/train others to safely use HVAC equipment and tools. Ability to teach others basic HVAC skills commensurate with ability. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications: Must possess valid Texas driver’s license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Technician Certification, Universal certification required. R410A Certification is preferred, must obtain within 6 months of hire (at state expense) Any North American Technician Excellence (NATE) or HVAC Excellence Certifications are preferred. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician License or Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License is preferred. Initial Screening Criteria: At least eighteen (18) months of work experience as an HVAC mechanic or technician AND At least eighteen (18) months of experience using HVAC tools and equipment. The above experience may be substituted by vocational or special training in the HVAC trade. Experience in commercial HVAC system installations and repairs is preferred. Additional Information: Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures. Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC. Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. ADA Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility: Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form Telework Disclaimer: This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Kerrville, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 971 mechanical trade professionals in Kerrville, with wages averaging around $824.75 per week. The job growth projection from 2022 to 2032 is 11%, much faster than the average for all occupations. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring mechanical trade professionals in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $945 per week for experienced professionals.
