Senior HVAC Trades Specialist (+ up to 5,000 Sign-on Bonus)
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Construction / Physical Labor / Skilled Trades
Posted on May 15, 2023
Summary
VCU's Facilities Management Department is seeking to hire a Senior HVAC Trades Specialist for Facilities Operations.
Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Utilize knowledge of the HVAC trade to perform preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of building infrastructure ensuring efficient operation of Zone facilities
- Provide exemplary customer service to all faculty, staff, and students supporting the University's mission of teaching, high-impact research and creative expression
- Identify and document system deficiencies using diagnostic tools and advise management of tasks requiring priority attention
- Provide quality workmanship and service to maximize system availability and minimize unscheduled downtime
Benefits include:
• 28 days of annual paid leave
• 16 days of annual holiday leave
• Competitive health benefits package commences within 30 days of employment
• All uniforms, safety boots and tools provided
• Paid training
• Retirement offered Virginia Retirement System
• Tuition waiver with up to 2 classes per semester
• Parental and Care Giver Leave
Minimum Hiring Standards
- Minimum of 10 years experience in commercial/institutional HVAC and mechanical maintenance required
- Ability to diagnose, repair, service, and install a wide variety of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems, including centralized AHUs, cooling towers, pneumatics, air compressors, low voltage controls, variable frequency drives, and chillers
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing to supervision, other employees, and customers
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required
- State of Virginia Master HVAC License required
- Valid State of Virginia Driver's License is required
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
- Previous lead and/or supervisory experience preferred
- Valid State of Virginia Driver's License
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
- State of Virginia Master HVAC License
Physical Demands & Activities
Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
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
ORP Eligible: No
Days/Hours: Monday-Friday
VCU Slotting: Sr HVAC FM 1-3 through Sr levels (17054-17056)
Closing Date: June 2, 2023
Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 (+ up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus)
Position Details:
Department: Facilities Management, Facilities Operations
Employment Type: UF - University Employee FT
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt