Refrigeration Mechanic-Facilities Operations & Maintenance

About the role

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond.

UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine.

Job Summary

The Refrigeration Mechanic provides journeyman level skills in the repair and maintenance of refrigeration equipment. This role is responsible for conducting preventative maintenance inspections, checking gauges, evaluating equipment for deferred maintenance and potential new installations, and maintaining accurate service and repair records.

Responsibilities

• Overhauls and services refrigeration units by repairing, replacing, or adjusting worn or broken parts on condensers, compressors, and water and vacuum pumps; adds gas to refrigeration units; repairs or adjust valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings; adjusts expansion valves; removes/installs motors, thermostats, and humidistats; and tests for refrigerant leaks.
• Checks gauges and makes inspection for preventive maintenance; assists in evaluating equipment for deferred maintenance and new project installation of refrigeration equipment.
• Maintains records and prepares reports on repairs and services.
• Assist in training staff in the maintenance of refrigeration and related equipment.
• Promotes safety and environmental protection by immediately reporting unsafe situations, spills, and accidents; following University safety plans/procedures/protocols; and participating in appropriate safety training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required: High School Diploma, Vocational Training or Apprenticeship in a related field. Five (5) years of related work experience.

Preferred: HVAC A or B License

Skills

• Verbal and Written Communication
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Systems Diagnostic Repairs
• Quality Control
• Maintenance Inspection
• HVAC
• Installation and Repair
• Safety and Compliance

Working Conditions

Exposure to equipment, tools and chemicals used in refrigeration equipment. Works in attics, machine rooms or other operational locations.

Physical Demands: Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.

Pay

Salary Range: $53,196 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 09/08/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.