Commercial HVAC Technician

Commercial HVAC Technician Benefits of working at VCU All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits here.Job Code 17051 Recruitment Pool All Applicants Posting Number req6344 Unit Facilities Operations Admin Department Facilities Management, Facilities Operations Department Website Link Location VCU Address 907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284 USA Duties & Responsibilities SummaryVCU's Facilities Management Department is seeking to hire a Commercial HVAC Technician for Facilities Operations.The Commercial HVAC Technician:Utilizes knowledge of the HVAC trade to perform preventive maintenance, repair and installation of building infrastructure ensuring efficient operation of Zone facilitiesProvides exemplary customer service to all faculty, staff and students supporting University's mission of teaching, high-impact research and creative expressionIdentifies and documents system deficiencies using diagnostic tools and advises management of tasks requiring priority attentionProvides quality workmanship and service to maximize system availability and minimize unscheduled downtimeShiftHours of Work: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pmResponsibilities include (but are not limited to):Respond Independently to Service WorkIndependently assign, respond, and complete service work orders requiring diagnosis and repair of air handling units, fan coil units, roof top equipment, heat pumps, cooling towers, chillers, terminal boxes, air compressors, pumps, and other HVAC equipment using specialized knowledge of HVAC theory and practiceIndependently respond to service requests requiring diagnosis and repair of carpentry, electrical and plumbing systems Preventive MaintenanceIndependentlyassign, perform, and complete regularly scheduled preventive maintenance to pumps,air handling units, roof top units, heat exchangers, motors, fans, coolingtowers, chillers, electronic and pneumatic controls, drain piping, radiatorsand other HVAC equipmentCommunication & Maintenance RecordsAdvise supervision and or management by recommending equipment maintenance tasks and identifying equipment needing priority attentionCommunicate orally and in writing with building occupants and supervision regarding work schedules, system problems, estimated completion times and effects of system problems on occupant safety and comfortMaintain records of equipment service and repairsMonitor Work of OthersProvide work site guidance and direction to other team members, assuring safe and orderly completion of service requests and projectsWork with lesser skilled team members in the various techniques of the trades to increase their skill level and ability to work independentlyUse trade knowledge to monitor work of contractors to assure compliance with specifications, codes and drawingsOther Duties As AssignedOther duties as assignedWorkon-call during inclement weather and emergenciesAssume on-call responsibility on a rotating basisSubstitutes for the Superintendent, including time card approval and work site management Qualifications Minimum Hiring StandardsHigh School diploma, GED, or equivalent requiredSeveral years' experience in commercialinstitutional HVAC and mechanical maintenanceAbility to diagnose, repair, and service a wide variety of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems, including cooling towers, chillers, VFD's, and large central air handling systemsAbility to communicate orally and in writing to supervisor, other employees and customersKnowledge of appropriate building codesAbility to readinterpret drawings, plans, specifications and scopesAbility to use a wide variety of hand tools and power equipmentEPA Universal Refrigerant Certification requiredValid Driver's LicenseDemonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCUPreferred Hiring StandardsFive or more years of experience in commercialinstitutional HVAC and mechanical maintenance preferredHVAC courses I, II, Ill, code classes, basic and advanced training or equivalent combination of experience and tradecraft trainingState of Virginia Journeyman HVAC License required or the ability to obtain within the first two years of employmentRequired LicensureCertificationValid Driver's LicenseEPA Universal Refrigerant Certification requiredState of Virginia Journeyman HVAC License required or the ability to obtain within the first two years of employmentPhysical and Cognitive RequirementsPhysical Demands & ActivitiesLight Lifting (Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): EssentialHeavy Lifting (>50 lbs): EssentialPushingPulling: EssentialStanding: EssentialSitting: MarginalRepetitive Motion: EssentialWalking: EssentialClimbing: EssentialReaching: EssentialBending: EssentialEnvironmental ConditionsExtreme heatcold: EssentialExtreme Noise: EssentialVibrations: EssentialFumes: MarginalMistsgases: MarginalEmotional DemandsFast pace: EssentialAverage Pace: EssentialMultiple Stimuli: EssentialIntense Customer Interaction: EssentialFrequent Change: EssentialMentalSensory DemandsMemory: EssentialReasoning: EssentialHearing: EssentialReading: EssentialAnalyzing: EssentialLogic: EssentialVerbal Communication: EssentialWritten Communication: EssentialSalary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 ($28.84hr - $36.05hr) + up to $5,000 Sign on BonusShiftHours of Work: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm, multiple positions availableORP Eligible: NoVCU Slotting: HVAC FM 1-3 through Sr levels (17051-17056)FLSA University Employee Job FTE 1 Exemption Status Non-Exempt Restricted Position No E-Class UF - University Employee FT Job Category University Employee ORP Eligible No Salary Range $60,000 - $75,000 ($28.84hr - $36.05hr) + up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus Compensation Type Salaried Target Hire Date 12102024 Contact Information for Candidates Documents Needed to Apply Resume

Created: 2025-03-04