Commercial HVAC Technician

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Job Code 17051 Recruitment Pool All Applicants Posting Number req7132 Unit Facilities Operations Admin Department Facilities Management, Facilities Operations Department Website Link Location VCU Address 907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284 USA Duties & Responsibilities

Summary

VCU'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 facilities

• Provides exemplary customer service to all faculty, staff and students supporting University's mission of teaching, high-impact research and creative expression

• Identifies and documents system deficiencies using diagnostic tools and advises management of tasks requiring priority attention

• Provides quality workmanship and service to maximize system availability and minimize unscheduled downtime

Shift/Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Respond Independently to Service Work

• Independently 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 practice

• Independently respond to service requests requiring diagnosis and repair of carpentry, electrical and plumbing systems

Preventive Maintenance

• Independently assign, perform, and complete regularly scheduled preventive maintenance to pumps, air handling units, roof top units, heat exchangers, motors, fans, cooling towers, chillers, electronic and pneumatic controls, drain piping, radiators and other HVAC equipment

Communication & Maintenance Records

• Advise supervision and or management by recommending equipment maintenance tasks and identifying equipment needing priority attention

• Communicate 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 comfort

• Maintain records of equipment service and repairs

Monitor Work of Others

• Provide work site guidance and direction to other team members, assuring safe and orderly completion of service requests and projects

• Work with lesser skilled team members in the various techniques of the trades to increase their skill level and ability to work independently

• Use trade knowledge to monitor work of contractors to assure compliance with specifications, codes and drawings

Other Duties As Assigned

• Other duties as assigned

• Work/on-call during inclement weather and emergencies

• Assume on-call responsibility on a rotating basis

• Substitutes for the Superintendent, including time card approval and work site management

Qualifications

Minimum Hiring Standards

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required

• Several years' experience in commercial/institutional HVAC and mechanical maintenance

• Ability 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 systems

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to supervisor, other employees and customers

• Knowledge of appropriate building codes

• Ability to read/interpret drawings, plans, specifications and scopes

• Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and power equipment

• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required

• Valid Driver's License

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Preferred Hiring Standards

• Five or more years of experience in commercial/institutional HVAC and mechanical maintenance preferred

• HVAC courses I, II, Ill, code classes, basic and advanced training or equivalent combination of experience and trade/craft training

• State of Virginia Journeyman HVAC License required or the ability to obtain within the first two years of employment

Required Licensure/Certification

• Valid Driver's License

• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required

• State of Virginia Journeyman HVAC License required or the ability to obtain within the first two years of employment

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

Physical Demands & Activities

Light Lifting (

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Essential

Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): Essential

Pushing/Pulling: Essential

Standing: Essential

Sitting: Marginal

Repetitive Motion: Essential

Walking: Essential

Climbing: Essential

Reaching: Essential

Bending: Essential

Environmental Conditions

Extreme heat/cold: Essential

Extreme Noise: Essential

Vibrations: Essential

Fumes: Marginal

Mists/gases: Marginal

Emotional Demands

Fast pace: Essential

Average Pace: Essential

Multiple Stimuli: Essential

Intense Customer Interaction: Essential

Frequent Change: Essential

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory: Essential

Reasoning: Essential

Hearing: Essential

Reading: Essential

Analyzing: Essential

Logic: Essential

Verbal Communication: Essential

Written Communication: Essential

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 ($28.84/hr - $36.05/hr) + up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Shift/Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm, multiple positions available

ORP Eligible: No

VCU Slotting: HVAC FM 1-3 through Sr levels (17051-17056)

Closing Date on or before: July 6, 2025

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 ($28.84/hr - $36.05/hr) + up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus Compensation Type Salaried Target Hire Date 4/25/2025 Contact Information for Candidates

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