HVAC Installation and Repair Technician - 2nd Shift 00085

Working Title:

HVAC Installation and Repair Technician - 2nd Shift 00085

Role Title:

Trades Technician III

Position Number:

00085

FLSA:

Non Exempt

Appointment Type:

Full Time

Type of Posting:

General Public

Is Sensitive Position?:

No

Designated Personnel:

Yes

Responsible Employee:

This position is designated as a responsible employee who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:

This position is a designated position meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest:

No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:

No

Departmental Objective:

Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining campus buildings utilizing the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades as well as housekeeping and floor maintenance.

Purpose of the Position:

This position will provide repair and maintenance to the HVAC equipment and associated motors and controls. This includes chillers, pumps, VFDs, boilers, specialized controls, etc. It will operate energy management systems. This position will assist in purchasing materials and supplies using small purchase credit card and eVA. It will maintain records for purchases and track inventory.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:

• Working knowledge of methods, practices, materials and equipment used in air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems to maintain HVAC systems and related equipment in operating condition.
• Ability to make adjustments to thermostats, gauges, valves, motors and other devices to maintain equipment in proper working order and to document the equipment service records.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and wear PPE as required.
• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.
• Ability to work Monday Friday, 2 pm 11 pm.
• Ability to work off-hours or overtime during emergency calls.
• Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis.
• Ability to safely lift and carry heavy loads (more than 50 lbs.) in accordance with established safety protocols.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring pushing and pulling of equipment, carts, or materials as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods while performing job-related tasks.
• Ability to bend, kneel, or crouch as needed to complete assigned duties.
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods, maintaining focus and productivity in a sedentary work environment.
• Ability to walk for extended periods or distances as required by the job.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, or arms, often associated with typing, data entry, and similar.
• Ability to reach and extend arms in various directions to access materials, tools, or equipment as needed for task completion.
• Ability to tolerate climbing stairs and ladders in accordance with established safety protocols.

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :

Education Required :

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
• Universal EPA Certification

Experience Required:

• Considerable experience in HVAC trade

Additional Consideration(s):

Education Preferred:

• Associates degree in related field
• Journeyman or Master HVAC license

Experience Preferred:

• Experience with energy management/building automation systems
• Experience in residential and commercial equipment

Salary Information:

Starting at $48,794, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information:

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit .

Role Code:

79033

Conditions of Employment:

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

• Ability to work Monday Friday, 2 pm 11 pm.
• Ability to work off-hours or overtime during emergency calls.
• Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis.
• Ability to safely lift and carry heavy loads (more than 50 lbs.) in accordance with established safety protocols.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring pushing and pulling of equipment, carts, or materials as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods while performing job-related tasks.
• Ability to bend, kneel, or crouch as needed to complete assigned duties.
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods, maintaining focus and productivity in a sedentary work environment.
• Ability to walk for extended periods or distances as required by the job.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, or arms, often associated with typing, data entry, and similar.
• Ability to reach and extend arms in various directions to access materials, tools, or equipment as needed for task completion.
• Ability to tolerate climbing stairs and ladders in accordance with established safety protocols.

Is this position telework eligible?:

No

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):

Essential

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.):

Essential

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):

Essential

Pushing/Pulling:

Essential

Standing:

Essential

Sitting:

Essential

Bending:

Essential

Walking:

Essential

Climbing:

Essential

Reaching:

Essential

Repetitive Motion:

Essential

Fast Pace:

Essential

Average Pace:

Essential

Multiple Priorities:

Essential

Intense Customer Interaction:

Essential

Multiple Stimuli:

Essential

Frequency Changes:

Essential

Memory:

Essential

Reasoning:

Essential

Hearing:

Essential

Reading:

Essential

Analyzing:

Essential

Logic:

Essential

Verbal Communication:

Essential

Written Communication:

Essential

Posting Number:

PS1111P

Number of Vacancies:

1

Posting Date:

06/06/2025

Closing Date:

07/02/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).

In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting: EEO/Diversity Statement(s):

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Request:

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling ....

Alternative Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services
(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: or call DARS at ....

Background Check:

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.