HVAC Technician I

Fairfax County; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County is seeking a journey-level HVAC technician to maintain, repair and install industrial and commercial HVAC equipment at the Adult Detention Center and Courthouse. You will work on chillers, boilers, pumps, DDC/Pneumatic controls, and complex building systems, with on-call responsibilities and possible county-wide assignments.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a two-year HVAC technical degree, and four years of related experience or an approved apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus a 2-year technical degree in HVACFunctions
• 4 years progressively responsible HVAC experience or completion of an apprentice-level program
• Valid driver’s license; universal refrigerant recovery license; Virginia journeyman license within 12 months

Responsibilities

• Perform journey-level maintenance, repair and installation of HVAC equipment including boilers, chillers, pumps, air handling and control systems.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions, calibrate and repair equipment; conduct seasonal start-ups and shutdowns.
• Work under general direction and may be assigned anywhere in the county; on-call participation required.
• Follow safety standards and applicable building codes; complete pre-employment background and medical checks.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma or GED

2-year HVAC technical degree

Journeyman license (VA within 12 months)

Apprentice-level HVAC training

NATE/HVAC Excellence certifications

Tools

DDC knowledge

EMS/BAS knowledge

Job description

This position performs journey-level and highly skilled maintenance, repair and installation of industrial and commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment. Additionally, performs work on control systems such as chillers, air conditioners, heat-pumps, oil and gas fired boilers, oil and gas furnaces, cooling towers, pumps, air handlers, exhaust air units, make up air units, duct air conveyance systems, variable air volume systems, variable volume temperature systems, multi-zone units, electrical power and control circuits, time clocks, gas piping, fuel oil supply piping, fossil fuel burning device, flu gas systems, condensate pump and drain lines, fan coil units, condensing units, unit heaters, radiant and fan forced heaters, hydronic heating and cooling systems, and complex computer operated direct digital control (DDC), and complex pneumatic control systems. Determines HVAC systems proper operation, trouble shoots malfunctions, calibrates and repairs equipment. Carries out the designated procedures for seasonal start-ups and shut downs of all related equipment. This position works under general direction.

Note:

• Incumbent is considered essential personnel.
• This position is located at the Adult Detention Center and Courthouse.
• This position can be assigned anywhere in the county daily.
• The position location and work schedule can be altered or changed at any given time due to business necessity and operational needs.
• A flexible working schedule is required as well as call-back and on-call participation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to: High school diploma or GED issued by a state department of education plus a two-year technical degree in air conditioning functions such as heating, cooling, and ventilation plus two years of progressively responsible air conditioning or HVAC experience or completion of an apprentice-level vocational training program in air conditioning for a total of four years of progressively responsible air conditioning or HVAC experience.

• High school diploma or GED issued by a state department of education plus a two-year technical degree in air conditioning functions such as heating, cooling, and ventilation plus two years of progressively responsible air conditioning or HVAC experience or completion of an apprentice-level vocational training program in air conditioning for a total of four years of progressively responsible air conditioning or HVAC experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• Valid driver’s license
• Universal refrigerant recovery license;
• Possession of a valid journeyman license from the state of Virginia within twelve months of date of appointment to the position.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and pre-employment medical evaluation to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current possession of valid Journeyman’s HVAC License from Virginia (or ability to obtain within 12 months) or Commercial HVAC manufacturer-specific training/certifications
• 2+ years of HVAC field service experience
• Experience or working knowledge of Direct Digital Control (DDC) and Pneumatic Controls Systems, Energy Management Systems (EMS), Building Automation Systems (BAS), such as Trane Tracer and other related HVAC Controls
• NATE (North American Technician Excellence) and/or HVAC Excellence Certifications
• Working knowledge of local, state, national mechanical, electrical and building codes applicable to commercial HVAC Systems
• OSHA 10/30 or other safety training certifications relevant to electrical/mechanical environments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to climb extension ladder and scaffolds up to 50ft. Must be able to climb step ladders up to 16ft. in height Must be able to stoop, bend, and work in tiring/uncomfortable conditions for extended periods of time. Must bel able to lift up and carry up to 75 lbs. with assistance of dolly, lift or staff. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.). We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [e-mail] EEO/AA/TTY.