HVAC Craftsman II

Virginia Beach City Public Schools; Virginia Beach (VA); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Paid life insurance

Paid sick/annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Virginia Beach City Public Schools is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform skilled work troubleshooting and maintaining HVAC systems across schools. You will interpret blueprints, install and repair equipment, and coordinate with vendors while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 3–5 years in the trade, and a valid driver's license. An HVAC-focused career with reliable attendance is essential; benefits include health coverage and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 3–5 years of HVAC trade experience.
• CFC certification required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable attendance.

Responsabilités

• Install, repair and maintain HVAC equipment and controls.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration and air handling systems; keep records.
• Read plans and specifications to determine job requirements.
• Coordinate with vendors for parts and warranty repairs.
• Maintain safe, clean work environments and report outcomes.

Connaissances

HVAC troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

CFC Certification

Outils

BluePrint reading

Description du poste

General Responsibilities

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

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.

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.

Hourly rate range: $23.72-$34.60

Unified Experience Based Step Pay Scale: U13

FTE 1.000

Start Date 2026-2027 School Yr

Hourly rate range: $23.72-$34.60

Unified Experience Based Step Pay Scale: U13