Facilities/Equipment Maintenance Technician

State of West Virginia; Belington (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia is seeking skilled trades personnel to maintain and repair HVAC systems for public buildings. Responsibilities include servicing heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment, using meters and diagnostic tools, and ordering materials as needed.

A valid driver's license is required; shift and call-back work may be required. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent), and four years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a standard four-year high school or GED, or equivalent apprenticeship/technical schooling.
• Experience in air-conditioning, heating or refrigeration may substitute for required training on a year-for-year basis.
• Four years of paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation or related trades.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair equipment used in heating, cooling, and general operation of public buildings.
• Use meters and diagnostic tools to assess systems and order materials as needed.
• Possibility of shift work and call-back work; valid driver's license required.

Skills

Four years experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year post secondary technical school

Four-year apprenticeship program

Job description

Nature of Work

These position work under general supervision, performs experienced journey level work maintaining and repairing a variety of equipment used in heating, cooling and general operation of public buildings. Uses OHM meters, volt meters, AMP meters, thermometers, hydrometers, conductivity meters, light meters, sound meters, dial indicators, micrometers, and calipers. Calculates and orders material. May be required, with proper training, to work in asbestos or other environmental issues. Must have a valid drivers license. Shift work and call-back work may be required. Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Training: Graduation from a standard four-year high school or GED or four year apprenticeship program or two year post secondary technical school.
• Substitution: Experience in air-conditioning, heating or refrigeration may be substituted for the required training on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience: Four years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.
• Special Requirement: Specific positions may require certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling.

State employment offers a variety of benefits.

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• Training: Graduation from a standard four (4) year high school or GED or four (4) year apprenticeship program or two (2) year post secondary technical school.
• Substitution: Experience in air-conditioning, heating or refrigeration may be substituted for the required training on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.
• Special Requirement: Specific positions may require certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling.

Please note: All college, university or vocational school education, licensure or certification must be verified ONCE by attaching a copy of an official transcript, license, or certificate to your online application or by emailing it to the West Virginia Division of Personnel at: [e-mail] You must only submit this documentation ONE TIME; please DO NOT SUBMIT DUPLICATE COPIES. Job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application or be clearly stated on your attached resumé in order for them to be considered as qualifying experience toward the minimum qualifications. Please include details of daily job duties on your online application or resumé. What qualifying training do you have for this job title?

• I have graduated from a standard four (4) year high school.
• I have earned my GED.
• I have completed a four (4) year apprenticeship program.
• I have completed a two (2) year post-secondary technical school program.
• I have not completed any of the above education; however, I do have at least four (4) years of experience in air-conditioning, heating or refrigeration to substitute for the required education.
• I do not meet any of the above training requirements. Please do not apply.

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How many total years of full-time or part-time paid experience do you have in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work? Please note: Job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application or detailed in your attached resumé in order for it to count as qualifying toward the minimum qualifications.

• I do not have at least four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work. Please do not apply.
• I have four (4) years but less than six (6) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.
• I have six (6) years but less than eight (8) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.
• I have eight (8) or more years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.

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Special Requirement: Specific positions may require certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the Clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling. Please note: if this is required, it will be clearly noted in the language of the PSA. Do you have certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the Clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling?

• Yes, I have certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the Clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling.
• No, I do not have certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the Clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling.

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AFFIRMATION: I certify under penalty of law and disqualification that all statements are true and complete. I authorize the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf to conduct an inquiry into any job-related information contained in this application. I release the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf from any and all liability by reason of the request for such information. I further authorize and request each former employer, educational institution, or organization (including law enforcement agencies) to provide all information that may be sought in connection with this application. WE DO NOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION: Unofficial transcripts High school diplomas or transcripts Birth certificates Social Security Cards Driver’s Licenses Passports These documents will be removed from your profile if submitted.

• I consent to the above statement.
• Required Question