HVAC Technician II

About the role

This position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of commercial building HVAC systems and components. The successful candidate may lead and oversee work performed by HVAC staff, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. This position reports directly to the chief building engineer or facilities manager and is located at the judicial complex. The position can be assigned anywhere in the county daily, and the location and work schedule may be altered due to business necessity and operational needs. A flexible working schedule is required, including call-back and on-call participation. The incumbent is considered essential personnel.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains current knowledge of local, state, and national codes as well as equipment/technologies associated with commercial building HVAC systems.
• Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on HVAC equipment, including but not limited to chillers, boilers, air handlers, VAV systems, pumps, cooling towers, and hydronic systems.
• Maintains and troubleshoots digital (DDC) and pneumatic control systems, energy management systems, and related software and hardware.
• Coordinates with Energy Management to optimize system performance and efficiency.
• Conducts seasonal startups and shutdowns, resolves comfort and air distribution issues, and ensures systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Maintains detailed records of inspections, repairs, parts usage, and system performance; orders parts as needed and uses a procurement card in accordance with policy.
• Works in occupied facilities, including medical and public areas, requiring adherence to safety, infection control, and PPE protocols.
• Responds promptly to after-hours calls, assesses problems, takes immediate steps to address safety issues, advises supervisor, and suggests or performs remediation to restore service.

Requirements

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:

• High school diploma or GED issued by a state department of education; plus a two-year technical degree in air conditioning functions such as heating, cooling, and ventilating, and five years of progressively responsible air conditioning or HVAC experience; or
• Completion of an apprentice-level vocational training program in air conditioning; plus three years of progressively responsible air conditioning or HVAC experience.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Universal refrigerant recovery license.
• Journeyman (HVAC) license from the State of Virginia (required within 12 months).

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current possession of a Valid Journeyman’s HVAC License from Virginia.
• At least 4 years of field experience serving as a lead technician, providing technical guidance and training to other HVAC staff.
• Working knowledge of Direct Digital Control (DDC) and pneumatic controls, energy management systems, and related HVAC controls.
• Master HVAC license, or manufacturer-specific training/certifications.
• EPA Section 608 certification, NATE (North American Technician Excellence), HVAC Excellence Certifications, and/or Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES) Certification.
• Strong working knowledge of local, state, and national mechanical, electrical, and building codes applicable to commercial HVAC systems.
• OSHA 10/30 or other safety training certification relevant to electrical/mechanical environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. for short periods of time and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Frequently work near moving parts and in tight spaces, including moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Must be able to climb and descend ladders up to 20 feet and work in physically fatiguing positions for long periods of time.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ramps, and the like for single and multistory (up to 12 stories) buildings.
• Must be able to wear and use a respirator and OSHA-required PPE.
• Pushing/pulling involving use of hands/arms, feet/legs, and/or both sides of the body.
• Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Work in various weather conditions (heat, rain, snow, high humidity, etc.).

All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.