HVAC Mechanic or Senior HVAC Mechanic

About the Role

Facilities Management's Health System Physical Plant at the University of Virginia has an exciting opportunity for an HVAC Professional, which supports Facilities Management's goal of providing consistent, cost-effective, reliable HVAC and maintenance to the University community. The position will be filled either as an HVAC Mechanic or Senior HVAC Mechanic level depending on the credentials and experience of the finalist selected.

HVAC Mechanic Duties

• 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.

Senior HVAC Mechanic Duties

• Perform preventative maintenance service, repairs, and component replacements on industrial, commercial, light-commercial, and residential HVAC systems.
• Visually inspect and digitally monitor/adjust HVAC systems using both JCI and ALC platforms.
• Provide constructive feedback on assigned tasks to improve effectiveness and customer value.
• Perform all work in accordance with codes and foster a safe work environment by following FM and OSHA safety rules and procedures.
• Inform customers of job status, reasons for and duration of expected delays, as well as refer customers to the supervisor when appropriate.
• Using computerized maintenance management software, accurately enter time and materials used on jobs and provide useful descriptions of conditions found and steps taken.
• On tasks requiring multiple workers, guide the activities of HVAC Mechanics and Assistants.
• Provide training and encouragement of apprentices.
• Participate fully in FM responses to major events or emergencies, including clearing of sidewalks and steps following snow storms.

Required Qualifications

For HVAC Mechanic:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Four [4] years of experience in the HVAC trade.
• Licensure: Journeyman or higher HVAC license; Valid Driver's license.

For Senior HVAC Mechanic:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Seven [7] years of experience in the HVAC trade.
• Licensure: Journeyman or higher HVAC license; Valid Driver's license.

Compensation

• HVAC Mechanic: $24.50 to $30.00 per hour ($50,960 to $62,400 Annually)
• Senior HVAC Mechanic: $31.00 - $36.00 per hour ($64,480 to $74,880 Annually)
• New hires to the University are eligible for up to a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Benefits

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays annually; parental and community service leave
• Health plan options to meet healthcare and financial needs
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness program with incentives of up to $500 annually

Physical Demands

Requires regular walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, and climbing ladders or stairs, lifting and carrying of various weights. Repetitive motion for grasping, pulling, pushing, and operating hand and power tools; work may occur in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions and environments.