| Location | Huntsville, TX |
Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202600247S Title Assistant Supervisor HVAC Services FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 07. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category Skilled Craft Department Facilities Management - Facilities Services Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date 08/11/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement
High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Minimum of eight years in a particular area, field, or craft, performing at a journeyperson or equivalent level with at least one (1) year supervisory experience. Valid EPA Universal Technician License required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Assists in the supervision and coordination of employees in assigned areas in Facilities Management, HVAC Services.
Primary Responsibilities
Assists the supervisor in all aspects of service area management including but not limited to supervision, leadership, training and development, task and project delegations, and service area coordination of all assigned employees in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Service areas of Facilities Services. Assists with service area projects and performs duties and projects assigned by the supervisor. Uses a Computerized Maintenance Management System with work orders to allocate time, assign work and document work on a daily basis. Assists with the ordering of service area materials. Tracks inventory and oversees assigned projects and timelines. Schedules work assignments. May assist the supervisor with employee relations, problems, and other employee related areas such as interviewing, evaluating, and making recommendations of applicants and present employees. Oversees service area training, both formal, informal, and on the job training (OJT). Assists with the compilation of reports. Ensures that all assigned staff follow department policies and procedures. In the absence of the supervisor assumes supervisor responsibilities. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Good working knowledge of the various types of equipment used in the assigned areas in a particular craft, skill, or unit. Proficiency in all phases of work performed. Working conditions are considered fair, but involve more than average (25% - 50%) exposure to one or more disagreeable elements or hazardous equipment, materials, and chemicals. Contacts will vary according to particular department and area assigned. Work requires the exercise of moderate judgment in the application and interpretation of policy, procedures, or practices to work problems of a well-defined nature. Decisions and commitments usually relate to many minor problems and occasionally to a major one. Moderately serious consequences or loss may result from errors in judgment.
Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy. Position requires driving and operating a university vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the university's insurance carrier is required. Weekends, holidays, and extended hours may be required.
This position is designated as a critical infrastructure role and requires the employee to undergo periodic reviews of their criminal history and potential connections to foreign adversaries, as required by applicable policies and regulations. See HR-19 and FO-71 for additional details.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48224
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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