HVAC Craftsman II

Virginia Beach Schools; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid sick/annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Virginia Retirement System membership

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking an HVAC technician to perform skilled maintenance, repair and installation work on district equipment. The role requires interpreting blueprints, coordinating with vendors and trades, and ensuring a safe work environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, CFC certification, and at least five years of experience in HVAC. A valid driver's license and strong communication skills are essential for district-wide support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or vocational program completion.
• CFC certification required.
• Experience with maintenance planning and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate projects, determine feasibility, scope of work, estimates material and personnel requirements.
• Inspect work by contractors and staff; provide recommendations to supervisor.
• Manage maintenance for schools/facilities across a geographic zone via work orders and preventive maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to determine job requirements.
• Operate a work truck and supervise accompanying personnel.
• Coordinate with dispatch, other trades, and school personnel on job requests.
• Procure parts and services from vendors and coordinate warranty repairs.
• Maintain accurate work order records and inventory; ensure a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

HVAC systems

Blueprint reading

Maintenance planning

Leadership

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CFC Certification

Job description

Perform skilled work troubleshooting and assessing the need for maintenance, repair, modification, replacement, and installation of HVAC equipment.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Evaluate projects, determine feasibility, scope of work, estimates material, and personnel requirements.
• Inspect work performed by contractors and internal staff; evaluate and make recommendations to supervisor.
• Manage the maintenance requirements of assigned schools/facilities in a geographic zone through work orders, preventative maintenance requirements, emergency calls, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications and drawings to determine job requirements.
• Operate work truck and supervise the work of accompanying personnel.
• Communicate with dispatch, other craftsmen, supervisor, administrative staff.
• Communicate and coordinate work with other trades, as necessary.
• Collaborate with school personnel regarding job requests and outcomes.
• Operate tools and equipment associated with the trade.
• Maintain accurate work order records and parts inventory.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Evaluate equipment and building systems.
• Procure parts and services with vendors.
• Coordinate warranty repairs.
• Perform related work as required.

DUTIES ASSIGNED TO SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

• Installation of new or repair of related trade equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install and maintain refrigeration and air handling equipment; maintain records and files and prepare reports.
• Perform preventive maintenance as required or as requested by manufactures recommendations.
• Locate, order, and install defective parts.
• Verify equipment operations and make necessary repairs according to manufactures recommendations.
• Troubleshoot comfort concerns and make necessary corrections.
• Work intensely with the HVAC Specialist to ensure the equipment is operating according to manufacture recommendations.
• Maintain and repair chilled/hot water circulation components.
• Maintain, repair and rebuild various components encompassing the HVAC atmosphere.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of a trade; knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials; ability to use and operate tools and machinery associate with trade; thorough knowledge of hazards and safe precautions associated with the trade; ability to plan, organize and successfully complete multiple, unrelated simultaneous projects; ability to provide and follow oral and written instructions; demonstrate leadership and organizational skills; ability to estimate material and time required for various jobs; ability to interpret technical documents, drawings, blueprints, etc.; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Proficient in the use of computers and job-related software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: High School Diploma, GED, or completion of a vocational program. Minimum five (3) years of experience in the trade. CFC Certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving. Occasional sitting, balancing, kneeling, and crawling Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, fumes, gases, unpleasant odors, extreme vibrations, hazards such as moving vehicles, electric current, moving mechanical parts, etc. and/or loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver's license. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

Compensation will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. The entry-level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at [phone],2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.