Campus Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Empire Community College seeks a Mechanical Trades Technician to support electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems across campus. The role involves installing and maintaining complex electrical equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring compliance with safety codes.

The position is essential, with on-call duties and occasional after-hours work. The candidate will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot BAS, and address urgent repair tasks to keep campus facilities running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience maintaining and repairing commercial building mechanical systems and associated electrical work.
• Experience with electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation in institutional facilities.
• Familiarity with BAS monitoring, troubleshooting, and adjusting HVAC systems.
• Knowledgeable in reading blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• EPA 608 certification and ability to work in large institutional facilities.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and plumbing systems up to 600 volts and below.
• Troubleshoot HVAC and BAS components to ensure optimal operation campus-wide.
• Read blueprints and control diagrams to locate wiring and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with facilities for urgent tasks.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

HVAC systems

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Plumbing systems

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Education

EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification

Tools

Power tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Mountain Empire Community College seeks a Mechanical Trades Technician to support electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems across campus. The role involves installing and maintaining complex electrical equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring compliance with safety codes.

The position is essential, with on-call duties and occasional after-hours work. The candidate will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot BAS, and address urgent repair tasks to keep campus facilities running smoothly.