Tjjd – Hvac Mechanic Iii – Hvac Technician – Gainesville Texas

February 3, 2026
Application ends: July 30, 2026
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Job Description

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Position: Tjjd – Hvac Mechanic Iii – Hvac Technician – Gainesville Texas
Company: Texas Juvenile Justice Department
Job Brief
Thank you for your interest in the hvac mechanic iii – hvac technician position with the texas juvenile justice department (tjjd).

Salary Detail
$4,460.33 a month

Experience
Work Achievements and Contributions is required

Qualifications
graduate study may substitute for up to 4years of experience on a basis of 30 course hours for 1year of experience.

Job Detail
  • Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
  • Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.
  • Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.
  • Will be required to travel up to 50% of the time.
  • Actively embody and support the Texas Model by demonstrating its core values in daily tasks and interactions with others.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSGraduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent. Four (4) years of wage-earning experience in HVAC work.
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • · One hundred (100) hours of approved and documented maintenance continuing education credits/hours in seminars, workshops, classrooms, or documented study.
  • · Vocational certification or special training in the HVAC trade.
  • · Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) universal certification for proper refrigerant handling techniques.
  • One year of appropriate experience may substitute for 1year of college (30 course hours) on a year for year basis.
  • Completed course hours of undergraduate study may substitute for up to 4years of experience on a basis of 30 course hours for 1year of experience.
  • Completed course hours of graduate study may substitute for up to 2years of experience on a basis of 12 graduate course hours for 1year of experience.
  • Experience requirements may be satisfied by the prorated part-time equivalent.
  • Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.
  • Application Process
  • The process includes submitting a State of Texas application, completing interviews, passing a behavioral assessment, and undergoing background checks. Afterward, you’ll need to pass a physical exam, drug screening, TB test, fingerprinting, and reference checks.
  • Instructions to Apply Online
  • Go to https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/
  • Click on “Careers”
  • Click on “Apply Now”
  • Check the box for the Gainesville location
  • Look for the HVAC Mechanic III – HVAC Technician – 54321
  • Click on it and then click on “Apply Online”
  • You will need to click on “New User” and then “Register” after creating a username and password to apply.
  • Once you complete the application you will get a confirmation from the CAPPS system.
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Pay: $4,460.33 per month
  • Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
  • Work Location: In person