Precinct Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 16994
Department: Commissioner Precinct 1
Division: Facility Management
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/22/2026 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants: 100
Position Description
Looking to join our team? We're hiring a HVAC Technician!
Apply through this job posting to be considered for an onsite interview at our Career Exposition event on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Human Resources will review applications and contact qualified candidates to complete the screening process. Candidates selected for onsite interviews will receive a scheduled interview time prior to the event. Space is limited, and onsite interviews are by invitation only.
About the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county's government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One.
With approximately 1.17 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One's multi-racial, multi-ethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American, 38 percent Latino, 21 percent Anglo, 6 percent Asian and 2 percent other or multiple races. Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precinct's territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston, including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex, Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263-acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College, Rice University, Texas Southern University, the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 21 parks, 10 community centers, numerous hike-and-bike trails, three maintenance service centers and several area offices, all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.
Commissioner Rodney Ellis' Office Mission Precinct One:
Commissioner Rodney Ellis' Office, is committed to becoming a national model for delivering responsive public service that utilizes inclusive, innovative, and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life, advance equality of opportunity, and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County. Key Areas of focus for our organization include, but are not limited to:

• Advancing more effective, fair and equitable criminal justice system.
• Furthering economic justice, equity, and opportunity for all Harris County residents, especially those often and historically left behind by government programs.
• Ensuring equitable outcomes in health and access to quality, affordable healthcare
• Fighting for environmental and climate justice that keeps all communities safe and healthy.
• Equitably investing in developing and maintaining resilient infrastructure and transportation for the 21st century
• Building and defending voting rights and a democracy that ensures equitable representation.
• Progressing equity and social and racial justice as common threads through all areas of public policy and public service.

What you will do at Precinct One:
Under general supervision of the Facilities Manager, as an HVAC Technician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems, ensuring that they operate efficiently and meet quality standards. The HVAC Technician should have strong technical expertise in HVAC systems, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate with a team of technicians. The role involves collaborating with project managers, providing technical guidance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares, coordinates, documents and performs daily work assignments; troubleshoots and resolves issues to ensure completion of daily activities.
• Performs general repairs and maintains equipment and machinery by troubleshooting and diagnosing special service problems in accordance with instructions, blueprints, manuals and building codes.
• Estimates cost factors for labor and material and determines requirements and plan for fabricating, installing, testing start-up, and servicing HVAC equipment.
• Assists with inventories for HVAC materials, tools, vehicles and supplies.
• Investigates work orders submitted, determines resolution to resolve and complete work orders and documents status of work orders.
• Constructs new installations; adds to existing installations; and repairs.
• Collaborates with contractors, construction workers, electricians, pipe-fitters, steamfitters, and others when installing or repairing systems.
• Inspects all aspects of job sites for safety, compliance and conforming to Precinct 1, Local, County, State and Federal specifications/requirements.
• Inspects and tests HVAC systems for leaks and other problems.
• Plans projects and ensure manpower, materials and equipment needs are met.
• Communicates to Supervisor, field staff, constituents, contractors, stakeholders and other entities to ensure adherence to schedules, plans and specifications.
• Integrate environmentally sustainable practices into projects where applicable.
• Explore and recommend energy-efficient solutions to minimize environmental impact.
• Ensure operation by tracking preventative maintenance requirements, calling for repairs, assisting with maintaining equipment supplies and materials.
• Perform any additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by management or as necessitated by the evolving needs of the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.

Experience:

• Three (3) years of HVAC experience as an air conditioning mechanic or technician with hands-on experience in various aspects of mechanical installation and repair in commercial and/or industrial facilities.

Licensures:

• Must have a valid Class C driver's license (Texas by hire date) and maintain a good driving record
• TDLR HVAC Certification/License
• EPA 608 certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient working knowledge of computers, office equipment and related software comprised of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to become proficient in asset management & work management systems
• Skilled in the care and use of hand tools, power equipment used in maintenance engineering trades and display mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in a thorough and timely manner.
• Good understanding of electrical, ductwork, piping, and controls.
• Ability to work well with all levels of management, staff, as well as a diverse group of constituents. Must exhibit polite and professional communications via phone, in person and email
• Self-starter possessing good interpersonal skills and be a productive team member.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented in your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Work Environment:

• Work is on active construction and vertical sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals, dust, fumes, and combustible materials
• Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g., hard hats, respirator masks, gloves, etc.). will work on ladders and occasionally on scaffolding, roof tops, and elevated surfaces.
• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule and responds to field service requests as required.

Physical Demands:

• This is a physically active position which requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Duties require standing, sitting, stretching, bending, stooping, climbing.
• Will work in cramped and awkward positions with all types of mechanical tools, electric, plumbing and other equipment.

Salary:

• Up to $80,000 annually.

Onsite Interviews at Career Exposition:
Apply through this job posting to be considered for an onsite interview at our Career Exposition event on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Human Resources will review applications and contact qualified candidates to complete the screening process. Candidates selected for onsite interviews will receive a scheduled interview time prior to the event. Space is limited, and onsite interviews are by invitation only.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.
The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:
01
Do you have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. equivalency?Qualifying information must be documented in the Education section of your application.

• Yes
• No

02
Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience as an air conditioning mechanic or technician with hands-on experience in various aspects of mechanical installation and repair in commercial and/or industrial facilities?(To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than three (3) years
• Three (3) but less than four (4) years
• Four (4) years but less than five (5) years
• Five (5) years or more
• I do not have this experience

03
Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained experience working as an air conditioning mechanic or technician with hands-on experience in various aspects of mechanical installation and repair in commercial and/or industrial facilities. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience ( Example: "January 2020 - December 2025" ) If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A" in the space provided.
04
Do you have a TDLR HVAC Certification/License?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you have an EPA 608 certification?

• Yes
• No

06
This role requires a Valid Driver's License (Texas upon hire)Do you have a Valid Driver's License?

• Yes, I have a Valid Texas Driver's License
• Yes, I have a Valid Driver