HVAC I
Aramark
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Job Description
HVAC Technician I (Licensed HVAC Technician)
Location: Houston, TX (Anheuser-Busch Facility)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Compensation: $38 - $40 hr
Aramark Facilities Management is hiring a Licensed HVAC Technician to support operations at an Anheuser-Busch manufacturing facility in Houston, TX. In this hands-on role, you will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC equipment, including rooftop units (RTUs), chillers, and chilled water systems. The ideal candidate has a valid Texas HVAC license and significant experience working on complex HVAC systems in industrial or large commercial environments. This full-time day-shift position focuses on preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and responding to mechanical issues that impact facility operations. If you're a dependable technician who enjoys solving problems and keeping critical building systems running efficiently, we'd like to hear from you.
Job Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
- Service and maintain rooftop units (RTUs), chillers, chilled water systems, air handlers, ventilation equipment, and refrigeration systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
- Clean, inspect, and replace filters, belts, motors, and other HVAC components.
- Calibrate and maintain pneumatic control systems and related equipment.
- Inspect and maintain ductwork, ventilation systems, grilles, and exhaust equipment.
- Respond to equipment failures and maintenance requests in a timely manner.
- Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and work-order documentation.
- Monitor equipment performance and identify potential issues before failures occur.
- Maintain tools, parts inventory, and supplies needed to support daily operations.
- Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and facility standards.
- Work in an active industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to mechanical equipment and varying temperatures.
Qualifications
Required
- Valid Texas HVAC Technician License.
- Minimum 10 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial or industrial HVAC systems.
- Hands-on experience with rooftop units (RTUs), chillers, and chilled water systems.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Experience performing preventive maintenance and equipment diagnostics.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
- Resume required for consideration.
- Ability to work Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, bend, climb, and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.
Preferred
- Experience in manufacturing, brewery, industrial, or large commercial facilities.
- EPA Certification.
- Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) or HVAC controls.
- Additional HVAC, refrigeration, or mechanical certifications.
- Experience working in a facilities management environment.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
What Most AC & HVAC Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
HVAC in Texas requires a state license at the company level, and technicians who handle refrigerant need EPA Section 608 certification. Many shops also want NATE certification for higher pay. You can start as an installer helper or entry technician and grow into diagnostics and system design. Pay is often hourly with strong overtime in summer, and service techs frequently earn commission or spiffs on repairs and system sales.
Seasonality drives this trade in Houston. Summer is brutal and busy, with long days, attic heat, and heavy on-call rotations when systems fail. Winter shifts toward heating checks, maintenance plans, and install backlog. New hires underestimate the physical toll of attic and rooftop work in extreme heat. You drive a stocked truck, carry gauges and recovery gear, and stay ready for after-hours emergencies. Steady demand and a shortage of skilled techs keep the field open to anyone who shows up and learns fast.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
A service tech starts with a dispatch list and a truck loaded with common parts. You roll to no-cool calls, check the thermostat, measure refrigerant pressures, test the compressor and capacitor, and inspect the coil and blower. You explain the fault, quote the fix, and get approval before the repair.
Maintenance visits fill much of the shoulder seasons. You clean coils, change filters, flush drain lines, and check amperage so a system does not fail in the next heat wave. Install crews spend the day setting condensers and air handlers, running line sets and ductwork, and brazing connections. Customer trust matters because many repairs are invisible to the homeowner. You document readings, photograph the work, and close the ticket in the field. Expect heat, ladders, tight attics, and a lot of driving between calls, balanced by the satisfaction of restoring cool air on a hundred degree day.
What AC & HVAC Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (HVAC Mechanics and Installers).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.34/hr.
Becoming a Licensed HVAC Technician in Texas
HVAC contracting is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, and the license is held at the company level by a certified technician. Anyone who handles refrigerant needs federal EPA Section 608 certification. Many employers also value NATE certification, which raises pay. You can start as an installer helper with no license, earn your EPA card early, and build toward the ACR technician and then contractor license through documented experience and exams. Summer overtime is common while you climb.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Install Helper / Entry Tech $47,029/yr
Assist installs and maintenance while earning EPA 608 certification.
- 2 Service Technician $58,947/yr
Diagnose and repair systems solo. NATE certification lifts pay.
- 3 Lead Tech / Comfort Advisor $73,902/yr
Handle complex diagnostics, system design, and replacement sales.
- 4 Install Foreman / Estimator $73,902/yr
Run install crews and bid residential and commercial systems.
- 5 HVAC Contractor $83,117/yr
Hold the state license and run your own heating and cooling company.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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