Maintenance and Operations Specialist-HVAC

Prince-William-County-Government; Virginia; On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VRS retirement

401a and 457 plans

Paid annual leave

Paid personal leave

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical and dental plans (optional)

Group life insurance (optional)

EAP

Career development opportunities

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Prince William County Government is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to ensure safe, reliable operation of HVAC, refrigeration, and food service equipment. You will inspect, diagnose, repair, calibrate, and perform preventive maintenance on diverse mechanical systems at Locust Shade Park and county facilities.

The role requires detailed records, scheduling, and coordinating contractor activities, with on-site work Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years of HVAC related experience.
• 5+ years in general HVAC maintenance preferred.
• Ability to review specifications and drawings for code compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and calibrate residential and commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain detailed service records.
• Coordinate contractor activities and prioritize maintenance tasks.
• Provide technical guidance to other maintenance staff.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading drawings

Electrical tools

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

CMMS / Work order software

Job description

Are you looking for a challenging, yet rewarding job that will help make a difference in the lives of all Prince William County residents? The Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation is looking for a reliable, dedicated, and hard-working person to join our Facilities Maintenance Team as a Maintenance and Operations Specialist. The Facilities Maintenance Team is vital to the lives of Prince William County to maintain ourHVAC equipment, refrigeration, and food service equipment.

About This Role

DPR is looking for a skilled professional who is eager to join a team that will recognize your skills and your potential. As our HVAC Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of residential and commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and food service equipment. This position performs advanced, master-level work that includes inspecting, installing, diagnosing, repairing, calibrating, and performing preventive maintenance on a wide range of mechanical systems, such as HVAC equipment, motor control systems, piping, components; replace shaft seals, and bearings. You'll review project specifications and drawings for code compliance and equipment design, evaluate repair and replacement options, calculate system loads, and safely rig materials during installations. In addition to maintaining detailed service records and daily reports, you'll coordinate contractor activities, prioritize and schedule maintenance work, and provide technical guidance to other maintenance personnel. This role also supports general maintenance needs across other trades as required, making it an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional who enjoys solving complex problems and contributing to the overall success of the facilities team.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. and 2 years of related experience in the HVAC trade.

Preferences

• 5 or more years of experience performing general maintenance of HVAC Equipment and repairs.
• Experience operating, maintaining and repairing systems in one or more of the following areas: mechanical systems and maintenance of Commercial and Residential County buildings.
• Experience working with tools, such as gauges, voltmeters, CFC, bearing and seal pullers, leak detection, grinders, torches, pro press,and general hand tools used in HVAC repair and maintenance.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system, such as work order software.
• Experience in other trades- such as carpentry, pool and HVAC.
• Experience reviewing HVAC project specifications and drawings.

Special Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License and must meet PWC driving eligibility requirements.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination, driving record check, and background check.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• May be required to respond to emergencies after normal working hours, as needed.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be CFC Universal Certified.

Work Schedule

The work schedule is Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Maintenance operations are located at Locust Shade Park in Triangle, Virginia. Rotating On-Call Schedule (varies). Flexible work schedule.

Hiring Salary Range

$30.86-$36.31

Benefits

1. Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
2. 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
3. Paid Annual Leave
4. Paid Personal Leave
5. Paid Sick Leave
6. Paid Holidays
7. Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
8. Optional Group Life Insurance
9. An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
10. Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please click here: PSLF.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

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