Senior HVAC Trades Specialist (+ up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus)

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

The VCU Facilities Department has a competitive starting salary and a generous package of state benefits

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

Preferred Hiring Standards

• Previous lead and/or supervisory experience preferred

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Valid State of Virginia Driver's License
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification
• State of Virginia Master HVAC License

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

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: July 26, 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