HVAC Mechanic II

University of Richmond; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 31,230 - 46,466; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Virginia seeks a qualified individual to provide service and maintenance for mechanical operations, focusing on HVAC and refrigeration equipment. Applicants must have a H.S. diploma or GED, technical training towards a Journeyman's Mechanical License, and extensive experience in HVAC systems. The position requires strong communication skills, knowledge of safety regulations, and a valid Virginia driver's license. Working hours are full-time, with flexibility for emergencies and planned overtime.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills are essential.
• Ability to perform work according to the International Mechanical Code.
• Refrigerant Handling Certification (Universal preferred) upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide service and maintenance for HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Support the University's educational mission with mechanical operations.

Skills

Strong verbal communication and listening skills

Professionalism

Dependability

Knowledge of International Mechanical Code

Ability to use tools and equipment safely

Troubleshooting skills

Welding and/or soldering skills

Chemical handling knowledge

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Working with computer-based control devices

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Technical training evidenced by Journeyman's Mechanical License

Job description

SUMMARY:

Provide service and maintenance for all aspects of mechanical operations and heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration equipment (especially large commercial and specialty systems) so as to support the University's educational mission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Working knowledge and ability to use the International Mechanical Code and perform work in accordance with IMC
• Understand basic chemistry, electrical basics and control systems, steam and water heating fundamentals, and HVAC & refrigeration basic cycles and principles
• Welding and/or soldering skills; and ability to use tools, meters, gauges and equipment correctly and safely
• Ability to read, understand, and troubleshoot schematic diagrams, and troubleshoot and repair problems of varied types
• Knowledge of procedures for safe refrigerant and chemical handling
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations pertaining to work performed
• Working knowledge of HVAC and associated systems employing computer-based monitoring and control devices
• Refrigerant Handling Certification (Universal preferred) upon hire
• Journeyman Mechanical License upon hire
• Must have a valid Virginia driver's license and meets the standards for the University's insurance carrier upon hire

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• H.S. Diploma or GED required
• Technical training in mechanical work evidenced by obtaining or ability to obtain Journeyman's Mechanical License (typically 3 years of Technical Trade School) required
• 4-7 years' progressively responsible mechanical experience directly related to HVAC systems to include commercial HVAC service of chillers and refrigeration required

WORK HOURS

• Full-time, non-exempt position
• Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; 8 hours a day; 40 hours per week; flexibility required.
• All Facilities employees are designated as essential personnel and are subject to work outside the normal work schedule on an emergency basis and are also subject to planned overtime work as required by the immediate supervisor.

SALARY STRUCTURE

Pay Grade 6 (Hiring Range $22.67 to $33.73 per hour)