HVAC Mechanic or HVAC Senior Assistant

The University of Virginia's Facilities Management has an exciting opportunity for a HVAC Professional in our McCormick Zone group, which supports Facilities Management's goal of providing consistent, cost-effective, reliable HVAC and maintenance to the Arts and Engineering Research community. The position will be filled either as an HVAC Mechanic or HVAC Senior Assistant level depending on the credentials and experience of the finalist selected.

HVAC Senior Assistants support HVAC Mechanics with HVAC repairs and works independently as appropriate, cleans job sites, trains on more advanced installations and emergency repairs, and follows all customer service and safety protocols. The incumbent hired at this level will be considered for promotion once they have attained the required experience and licensure for the next level. A valid driver's license, with a positive points balance is also required.

HVAC Mechanics performs journey level installation, repair, and maintenance on a variety of package and central heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Other duties include preventive maintenance; servicing, overhauling, and maintaining a variety of large central units; and determining equipment needs. HVAC Mechanics receives job assignments from a supervisor, however most work is performed with little supervision.

HVAC Senior Assistant Duties Include:

• Perform HVAC repairs, along with diagnostic and preventative maintenance on a variety of air conditioning units, ventilation equipment, temperature and humidity controls, and refrigeration equipment.

• Develop an increasing knowledge of types of material and equipment used for the various utility systems involved in University projects.

• Maintain accurate records on time tickets, job requests, and work orders.

• Determine material and equipment for specific jobs, as well as initiate purchase orders.

• Maintain compliance with OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations. Use personal safety equipment as instructed, and act in accordance with safety guidelines.

• Meet with and respond to customer requests on work status in coordination with supervisor.

• Experience working in a Research or Healthcare Facility is preferred.

Minimum Requirements (HVAC Sr. Assistant):

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience: Four years of experience.

Physical Demands: Employee will be required to crawl, kneel, squat, bend and twist to perform their work. Employees must travel around job sites. Employees will work with materials of different weights and perform repetitive motions.

Emergency response and snow removal will be required.

HVAC Mechanic Duties Include:

• Perform HVAC installation and repairs, along with diagnostic and preventative maintenance on a variety of air conditioning units, ventilation equipment, temperature and humidity controls, and refrigeration equipment.

• Specify, estimate, and install equipment, refrigeration, and systems in accordance with applicable standards and requirements.

• Respond to emergency requests.

• Inform customers of job status, reasons for and duration of expected delays, as well as refer customers to the supervisor when appropriate.

• Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures, such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations, the National Electrical Code.

• Assist other trades and become familiar with various equipment and sequence of operation.

• Perform miscellaneous duties such as snow and ice removal, as assigned by the supervisor.

• Train and oversee Assistant and Apprentice work.

• Experience working in a Research or Healthcare Facility is preferred.

Minimum Requirements (HVAC Mechanic):

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent

• Experience: Four years of experience.

• Licensure: Journeyman or higher HVAC license to be considered for the HVAC Mechanic level. Valid Driver's license, with positive points balance.

Physical Demands: Employee will be required to crawl, kneel, squat, bend and twist to perform their work. Employees must travel around job sites. Employees will work with materials of different weights and perform repetitive motions.

On-call rotation, emergency response and snow removal will be required.

Compensation:

• HVAC Senior Assistant: $21.00 to $25.00 per hour ($43,680 - $52,000 Annually).

• HVAC Mechanic: $24.50 - $29.50 ($49,920 - $60,320 annually).

This is a full-time non-exempt position with UVA benefits.

Selected candidates will be required to complete all required background checks prior to the first day of employment. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

To Apply:

Apply online, search for requisition R0075012. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:

• Resume

Upload all materials into the respective submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into these fields. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents or partial applications will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA's standardized process SkillSurvey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.A total of three references is required

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Speth, at js9rk@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.