HVAC Operator

Federal Reserve Bank of New York; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great medical benefits

Pension and 401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteer leave

Onsite amenities

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond is seeking an HVAC Operator for the Facilities Plant Operations team. The role involves operation, monitoring, repair, and maintenance of facility HVAC, fire protection and plumbing systems, with rotating weekend work.

Qualified candidates should have 3–5+ years (intermediate) or 5–9+ years (senior) HVAC experience, and a high school diploma. Preferred certifications include journeyman HVAC/plumbing credentials; strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical

Qualifications

• HVAC experience: 3–5+ years for Intermediate level; 5–9+ years for Senior level.
• High school diploma required; journeyman HVAC/plumbing credentials preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical, HVAC, fire protection and plumbing systems; blueprints reading.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, monitor systems; identify and repair irregularities.
• Perform preventive and urgent maintenance to ensure proper operation.
• Maintain logs on boilers and chillers; support other trades as needed.

Skills

HVAC experience

Blueprint reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

DDC controls

Boilers & pumps

Piping & mechanical systems

Job description

Company Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

When you join the Federal Reserve—the nation's central bank you’ll play a key role, collaborating with a dynamic team of mission-driven professionals to strengthen and protect our economy and our communities. Bring your passion and expertise, and we’ll provide the opportunities that will challenge you and propel your growth—along with a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition assistance, generous paid time off, top-notch health care benefits, child and family care leave, professional development opportunities, a 401(k) match, pension, and more. All brought together in a work environment where you can truly find balance.

About the Opportunity

The Facilities department has an immediate opening for a HVAC Operator, reporting to Facilities Plant Operations Supervisor. You will be responsible for operation, monitoring, repair, and maintenance of all primary and ancillary systems and components associated with facility HVAC, fire protection and plumbing systems. Qualified candidates must be willing to work rotating weekends.

What You Will Do

• Perform scheduled and necessary inspection, testing, and monitoring of systems, identify and implement corrective actions and repairs to mitigate operational irregularities.
• Ensure proper equipment operation by completing preventive and urgent maintenance in a timely fashion.
• Maintain and review logs on boilers and chillers to verify inspections properly performed on all pressure vessels.
• Assist other departments and trades as required, including Cash Department, carpenters, mechanics, electricians or others as designated.

Qualifications

• The Intermediate level HVAC Operator should have 3 to 5+ years of relevant HVAC work experience.
• The Senior level HVAC Operator should have 5 to 9+ years of relevant HVAC work experience.
• High school diploma.

Preferred Skills

• Journeyman's certification in HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical related field preferred (i.e CFC certification, EPA license).
• Functional/Technical Competencies: Thorough knowledge and skill in the operation and maintenance of commercial mechanical, HVAC, fire protection and plumbing systems including broad knowledge of one or more components such as centrifugal chillers, centrifugal pumps, chemical water treatment, refrigeration systems, direct digital control systems, or gas fire tube boilers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints including HVAC, DDC, electrical, pneumatic, and control schematics.
• Fundamental understanding of electrical principles and ability to troubleshoot electrical and electronic controls.

Benefits and Perks

• Great medical benefits.
• Pension and 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid volunteer leave.
• Onsite amenities that make working here fun!

Other Requirements and Considerations

• Candidates should review the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict-of-interest rules and personal investment restrictions.
• If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify [e-mail].
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Selected candidate is subject to special background check procedures.

Salary

The hiring range for the HVAC Operator Intermediate is $56,000 to $77,000, annually.

The hiring range for the HVAC Operator Senior is $64,500 to $88,600, annually.

Job Details

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Full Time / Part Time Full time Regular / Temporary Regular Job Exempt (Yes / No) No Job Category Facilities/Real Estate Family Group Work Shift First (United States of America)

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.

Our People Choose Us

Our reputation precedes us; there will always be room for personal growth; our people are first; you’ll find the right balance; your responsibilities will be meaningful; we hope that you will be our future colleague.

Additional Information

Privacy Notice: OUR BANK has one of the most recognizable brands around the world. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States—one of the world's most influential, trusted and prestigious financial organizations. The Federal Reserve is charged with the important mission of promoting a strong economy and a stable financial system and fulfills this responsibility by formulating national monetary policy, supervising and regulating banks and the bank holding companies, and providing financial services for banks and the U.S. government. OUR PEOPLE are diverse in background and ideas, which allows for ongoing creativity and innovation. Ultimately, they are the ones who push our high-performance, exchange-driven culture forward.