HVAC TECHNICIAN

COUNTY OF CULPEPER

Culpeper (VA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

26 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

The County of Culpeper seeks a Journeyman/Master HVAC technician to perform repair, maintenance, and installation of commercial HVAC equipment and systems. Masters level technicians may mentor others and handle complex diagnostics.

Responsibilities include planning, troubleshooting, inspections, equipment start-ups, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The role requires Virginia DPOR license, Universal Refrigerant Recovery License, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

Education equivalent to a high school diploma supplemented with 5 years HVAC experience.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair commercial HVAC equipment and control systems.
Review plans and provide feedback to engineers on installation and upgrades.
Supervise contract workers and monitor compliance.
Maintain records of work, safety inspections, and system performance.
Train and mentor subordinates.

Skills

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Supervision

Education

High school diploma + 5 years HVAC experience

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for performing journeyman-level repair, maintenance, and installation of commercial HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) equipment and systems. Masters Level Technicians perform and/or assist other technicians in diagnosing and repairing HVAC equipment with complex, unusual and/or very difficult problems; and performs related work as required.

Job Summary

Job Functions

Essential Job Functions

Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs commercial mechanical, air conditioning, heating, and ventilating equipment, and control systems

Installs equipment such as fuel and water supply lines, air ducts and vents, pumps, condensers, blowers, motors, and other parts of the mechanical systems

Performs preventive maintenance (including filter replacement) and routine inspections including adjustment of system controls, burners and blowers, leak checks, and overall performance testing

Reviews plans and provides feedback to engineers on installation and upgrades

Monitors and inspects contract work/projects relating to the systems to ensure compliance with contract requirements

Gathers quotes, sets appointments, and supervises contract workers

Carries out designated procedures for seasonal start-ups and shutdowns

Maintains records of work performed to include safety inspections, parts and materials used/ordered, equipment failures and repairs, and logs of temperature, pressures, voltages, and combustion efficiency

Trains, coaches, and mentors subordinates

Orders necessary parts and supplies

Non-essential Job Functions

Assists with maintenance activities in other County departments

Assists with water and wastewater plant operations and distribution system maintenance as necessary

Moves office furniture as needed

Removes snow from County property

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Education equivalent to a high school diploma supplemented with 5 years HVAC experience, apprentice-level vocational training program or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Special Qualifications

Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background check. Must possess and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license. Must possess and maintain a Universal Refrigerant Recovery License. Must possess and maintain a journeyman’s or masters level HVAC license through the Virginia Department of Professional Occupation and Regulation (DPOR).

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of standards practices, methods, tools, and materials common to the HVAC trade

Master’s level technicians have extensive knowledge of HVAC systems and lead more complex maintenance and repair activities and diagnostics

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade

Ability to plan perform work of the trade at the Journeyman-level

Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, meters, and tools as required common to the trade

Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics

Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Performs other maintenance duties as required

Working Conditions & Disclaimer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as very heavy. Must be able to lift, stoop, bend, crawl, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions and from ladders and scaffolds in hot and cold temperatures. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to life, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. May work on rough or uneven surfaces, and confined spaces. May be required to work afterhours, weekends and on call. Must be able to perceive and discriminate depths, odors, and colors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Essential functions are regularly performed in and around various county buildings. Tasks may risk exposure to chemicals, odors, machinery, wetness, dust, fumes, dirt, vibrations, electricity, driving and confined spaces.

Disclaimer

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

General Sign-off:

The employee is expected to adhere to all County policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.

Culpeper County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

County Of Culpeper Benefits

Full-time employees have access to a wide variety of benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, life insurance, optional life and disability insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and a deferred compensation program.

RETIREMENT As a condition of full-time employment, each individual is enrolled in a retirement plan with the Virginia Retirement System that provides a monthly benefit to all retirees for life. VRS Plans 1 and 2 and the VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty plans are defined benefit plans. The VRS Hybrid plan consists of both a defined benefit plan and a defined contribution plan.

LIFE INSURANCE The County of Culpeper provides a basic life insurance plan for all eligible employees. The coverage amount is an employee's annual salary, rounded up to the next highest thousand, then multiplied by 2. The County pays 100% of the cost of this benefit. Additional coverage may be purchased.

MEDICAL INSURANCE The County offers two (2) medical plans: an HMO & an HSA.

DENTAL INSURANCE The County offers three comprehensive dental plans for employees and their eligible dependents.

HOLIDAY/VACATION/SICK ACCRUALS The County follows the state calendar for paid holidays. Vacation and sick accrual depend on the agency, office, or department in which an individual is employed.

PAY FOR PERFORMANCE The County currently utilizes a merit pay system to determine employee salary increases. This does not apply to Culpeper Human Services.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY The County offers basic income protection in the event an employee is unable to perform the essential functions of his or her position. The County pays for this coverage for all VRS members.

LONG TERM DISABILITY The County also offers additional income protection that will continue beyond the short term disability period until an employee is able to return to work or reaches retirement age. This coverage is provided for a nominal cost to employees covered under VRS Plans 1 and 2 and the VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty plan. This coverage is provided at no cost to all employees covered under the VRS Hybrid plan.

VOLUNTARY INSURANCE PROGRAM The County offers voluntary insurance programs through a variety of insurance carriers. These include:
- Accident Plan
- Cancer Plan
- Whole Life Insurance
- Critical Illness Plans

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT The County offers a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) that allows employees to set aside up to $2,500 annually, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deductions, to pay for eligible medical, dental, or vision expenses. The IRS regulates this program and runs concurrently with the benefit plan year.

DEPENDENT CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The County offers a Dependent Care Assistance Program that allows employees to set aside up to $5,000 annually, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deductions, to pay eligible dependent care expenses. The IRS regulates this program and runs concurrently with the benefit plan year. Open enrollment is held annually.