Plumber/Steamfitter/HVAC/Millwright

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT) is seeking a qualified individual to perform various tasks in the Mechanical trades, focusing on plumbing, HVAC, and millwright work for building maintenance on campus. The ideal candidate will possess journeyman-level experience, particularly in HVAC, along with the necessary Virginia licenses.

This full-time position, eligible for overtime, offers a competitive salary ranging from $48,000 to $59,000, depending on experience. Additional qualifications include the ability to work independently and effectively communicate within a team.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level experience in large commercial or institutional settings.
• Virginia Journeyman’s License in plumbing and/or HVAC.
• Significant experience with HVAC flow controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks in Mechanical trades for building maintenance/installation.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems.
• Keep accurate records of work and inventory.

Skills

Verifiable journeyman-level experience in mechanical installation

Ability to perform routine Plumbing/Mechanical tasks

Ability to use a computer and keep accurate records

Experience with HVAC flow controls

Effective communication and teamwork skills

Education

Virginia Journeyman’s Licenses

Formal education

Formal vocational education

Tools

Blueprints and technical drawings

Online work order systems (e.g., AiM)

Job description

Job Description

Incumbent will perform tasks in the Mechanical trades (Plumbing, Steam fitting, HVAC, and Maintenance Millwright) in support of building maintenance/installation on the VT campus.

Required Qualifications

• Verifiable journeyman-level experience in a large commercial or institutional setting in the mechanical installation, repair and maintenance practices
• Virginia Journeyman’s Licenses in one or more skilled trades including plumbing and/or HVAC; be able to obtain a license within 11 months of hire date or obtain a reciprocal license from another jurisdiction within 6 months of the date of hire.
• Significant experience installing, troubleshooting and repairing HVAC flow controls.
• Working knowledge of a variety of technical documents such as blueprints, technical drawings, sketches, specification records, and operating and maintenance manuals
• Record keeping experience such as processing work orders and/or tracking inventory
• Able to perform routine Plumbing/Mechanical, HVAC or Millwright tasks
• Ability to recognize and understand industry terminologies of multiple trades
• Ability to use a computer and keep accurate and complete records
• Ability to perform work with minimal margin of error and work independently with little or no supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively, work as an effective team member, and must have the ability to receive and execute instructions from the immediate supervisor and/or lead worker

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial, construction, or educational settings.
• Formal education
• Formal vocational education
• Customer service oriented
• A learning mindset
• Advanced knowledge of steam systems installation and repair
• Experience with an online work order system; for example, but not limited to: AiM (HokieServ)

Pay Band

3

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$48,000-$59,000

Hours per week

40

Review Date

Open Until Filled

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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