Job Description

Reporting to the HVAC & Mechanical Systems Supervisor, the HVAC Installation & Repair Senior Technician performs duties daily in the operation, maintenance and repair of campus HVAC and chilled water systems to include chillers, cooling towers, pumps, controls and chemical treatment.

Required Qualifications

Must have or be able to obtain a Journeyman's or Masters license in HVAC or Electrical, within eleven months of hire date; OR current Journey or Master level licensing agreement (reciprocity) from another\jurisdiction as approved by the Virginia Board for Contractors. Incumbent will have 6 months from hire date to acquire a Virginia license if they currently hold a license from a reciprocal jurisdiction.
EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification.
Considerable experience at the Journeyman level in the operation, maintenance, installation and repair of chilled water and other HVAC systems.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Will be required to operate a motor vehicle daily.
Due to emergency call-in requirements, must be able to arrive on campus within one hour.
Ability to safely move and handle heavy objects weighing 50 pounds; climb and work from elevated work stations such as ladders and scaffolds; maneuver and work in tight spaces; and work for considerable periods of time standing, sitting, walking, reaching, bending pushing/pulling, and doing repetitive movement with tools, equipment and computer keyboarding.
Must have excellent communication skills, good team work skills, and be able to understand, comprehend and follow directions in the workplace.
Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department.
This is a designated emergency personnel position.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical training and experience in air conditioning and refrigeration.
Experience and training in the operation of chillers, cooling towers, water treatment chemicals, chilled water systems and HVAC building automated controls.
Working knowledge of computer-based building control systems

Pay Band

4

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

starting at $47,000; commensurate with experience

Review Date

November 21, 2023

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

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