NOW HIRING: HVAC A/C Equipment Mechanic — 10 Openings North Texas VA Medical Center | Dallas, TX
Location: 4500 S. Lancaster Rd, Dallas, TX 75216 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (day shift only — no nights, no weekends, no on-call) Pay Rate: $42.00 – $48.00/hr, DOE Start Date: September 1, 2026 Contract Length: Base Period + 4 Option Periods Openings: 10 Journeyman HVAC Mechanics
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
We're hiring experienced journeyman HVAC A/C Equipment Mechanics to support the North Texas VA Medical Center in Dallas, TX. This is a long-term federal contract position supporting America's Veterans — you'll work alongside VA engineering staff maintaining mission-critical HVAC and refrigeration systems at one of the nation's premier VA Medical Centers.
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT
- Top-tier pay: $42.00 – $48.00/hr based on experience and certifications — well above the DFW-area market
- Long-term stability: multi-year federal contract, base period plus 4 option periods
- Meaningful work: serve America's Veterans at a nationally recognized VA Medical Center
- Monday–Friday day shift only — no nights, no weekends, no on-call rotation
- Federal holidays observed — no holiday work required
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Install, operate, repair, and maintain refrigeration, A/C, heating, and ventilation systems
- Service complex equipment up to 300 HP and large central systems up to 500 tons
- Perform major and minor repairs, troubleshoot refrigerant leaks, and adjust controls
- Service compressors and chemically treat HVAC water systems
- Work with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic control systems
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
- Perform daily check-ins/check-outs and submit service logs to the VA COR
- Supervise helpers as needed and coordinate daily tasks with VA personnel
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS — ALL REQUIRED
- Active State of Texas HVAC License
- Minimum 4 years of journeyman-level refrigeration and A/C trade experience
- Siemens building controls training/certification
- OSHA certification (confined space, electrical safety, hazardous environments)
- Ability to read blueprints and mechanical/electrical schematics
- Ability to pass a VA background investigation prior to start
- VA Cyber Security Awareness training (completed prior to or upon start)
- Ability to perform heavy physical labor — lifting, bending, working in cramped and outdoor environments
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience in a hospital, VA, or other critical infrastructure environment
- Experience with chilled water systems, central plant operations, and pneumatic controls
- EPA 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification
- NATE certification or equivalent
WORK CONDITIONS & PPE
All mechanics must wear the following PPE at all times on site:
- Arc-rated or natural fiber long pants and long-sleeve shirt
- OSHA-approved steel-toed work boots (ANSI Z41.1-1967 compliant)
- Hearing protection and eye protection
Work is performed indoors and outdoors, with exposure to electrical hazards, confined spaces, and extreme temperatures.
COMPENSATION
- $42.00 – $48.00/hr — top-of-market pay for credentialed journeyman mechanics in DFW
- Stable, long-term federal contract — base period plus up to 4 option periods
- Monday–Friday day shift — consistent schedule, no on-call
HOW TO APPLY
Apply now through Indeed or contact our recruiting team directly at Kevin@allmedstaffinginc.com. Please have the following ready when you apply:
- Copy of active Texas HVAC License
- Proof of Siemens controls training/certification
- OSHA certifications
- Resume detailing 4+ years of journeyman HVAC trade experience
The VA requires a Letter of Intent. We will send this electronically for signature once your documentation is received.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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