Senior HVAC Mechanic

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health plan

Retirement benefits

Tuition and professional development

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

University of Virginia in Charlottesville is seeking an experienced Senior HVAC Mechanic to inspect, repair, maintain, and install HVAC/R systems. You will lead preventive maintenance, guide junior staff, and troubleshoot complex equipment in a hospital setting.

The role requires a Journeyman HVAC license, seven years of experience, and a valid driver's license. The position is full-time with UVA benefits and a $2,500 sign-on bonus for new hires.

Qualifications

• Seven years of HVAC experience required.
• Experience in a hospital or clinical environment strongly preferred.
• Journeyman or higher HVAC license required; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize emergency service calls to critical areas and protect property.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on refrigeration equipment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, BOCA, and federal/state/local regulations.

Skills

HVAC experience

Troubleshooting

Building automation systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVAC controls

Building automation systems

Job description

Facilities Management's Health System Physical Plant at the University of Virginia is seeking an experienced Senior HVAC Mechanic who provides expertise in the HVAC field. The incumbent will inspect, provide skilled repair, maintenance, and installation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. The Senior HVAC Mechanic establishes schedules for preventive maintenance of equipment and provides technical guidance and trains lower‑level mechanics and/or apprentices. This role handles complex assignments and troubleshooting and serves as a senior worker in teams.

Duties Include

• Determine priorities for emergency service calls to maintain HVAC service to critical areas and to avoid the destruction of property.
• Perform HVAC repairs and preventative maintenance on a variety of refrigeration equipment.
• Foster a safe work environment by instructing and monitoring compliance of OSHA, BOCA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Inform customers of job status, reasons for and duration of expected delays, as well as refer customers to the supervisor when appropriate.
• Provide technical guidance and instruction and inspect completed work.
• Maintain accurate daily logs of jobs and time tickets, as well as purchase orders for parts.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: A minimum of seven years of HVAC experience is required. Experience working in a hospital or clinical environment is strongly preferred. Experience with HVAC controls and building automation systems is a plus.

Licensure: Journeyman or higher HVAC license required. Valid Driver's License.

Compensation

The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position is $29.00 - $34.00 per hour ($60,320 - $70,720 per year). New hires to the University are eligible for a $2,500 sign‑on bonus. This is a full-time position with UVA benefits.

Benefits

Employees benefits package highlights include:

• 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave
• Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System
• Tuition and professional development benefits
• Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year

Physical Demands

The employee must be able to variously sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, lift, pull, and use both hands on repetitive tasks (including overhead tasks). The employee must have normal vision and hearing (correctable), and for some areas of employment, color vision and sense of smell.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.