HVAC Technician

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Dumfries (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Virginia community college is seeking an HVAC Technician to perform maintenance, repair, and installation of HVAC systems. Candidates should have a valid driver’s license, a Universal Refrigeration Certificate, and experience with commercial HVAC equipment. The role requires working independently, completing preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting faults. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $55,000 - $65,000.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of maintenance, repair, and replacement of HVAC equipment.
• Ability to assist in the repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment.
• Proficient in the use of hand and electrical tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular diagnostic testing and operational checks.
• Coordinate seasonal startup and shutdown.
• Troubleshoot and locate faults in HVAC systems.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC maintenance

Ability to work independently

Proficient in diagnostic tools

Ability to lift/move 50 lb.

Experience in preventative maintenance

Education

Universal Refrigeration Certificate

Commercial HVAC Training

Job description

Title: HVAC Technician

Agency: Northern VA Community College

Location: Prince William - 153

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $55,000 - $65,000

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Job Description:

General Description:

As the HVAC Technician, the individual will be required to perform operation, maintenance, repair and installation of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems and other related components.

Duties and Tasks:

• Perform regular diagnostic testing, operational checks and scheduled preventative maintenance of equipment to confirm operational performance.
• Help coordinate seasonal startup and shutdown.
• Complete preventative maintenance assignments in a timely manner.
• HVAC maintenance and repair.
• Trouble‑shoot and locate faults and shorts in wiring, controls, relays, conduits, and connectors.
• Keep an inventory of all HVAC supplies and inform Facility Manager of quantities on hand or required.
• Perform maintenance work, troubleshoot and repair systems.
• Support emergency operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

KSA’s :

• Knowledge of principles and practices of maintenance, repair, and replacement of HVAC equipment.
• Ability to assist in the repair and maintenance of a variety of equipment to include, but not limited to, air conditioning, boilers, air‑handlers, fan coil units, pumps, valves, controllers (both DOC & Pneumatic), motors, starters, refrigeration and automated control systems.
• Ability to follow verbal instruction.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and make sound decisions independently.
• Proficient in the use of hand, electrical tools, as well as service manuals and all diagnostic equipment related to the trade.
• Ability to lift/move 50 Ib. on a regular basis.
• Ability to function in close quarters or cramped environments.
• Ability to participate in snow removal detail.
• Ability to operate all required equipment.

Minimum Work Experience:

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Universal Refrigeration Certificate.
• Experience with Building Automation Systems.
• Commercial HVAC Training
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of Commercial HVAC equipment and preventive maintenance operation
• Experience with maintenance project.

Additional Considerations:

• Journeymen license/HVAC Trade license.
• Experience working from Mechanical drawings and building blueprints.
• Experience on operation and maintenance of chillers, heat pumps, air handlers, geothermal system.