Senior HVAC Technician - Lead, Controls & Emergencies

Virginia's Community College System

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 85,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Job summary

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) in Fairfax County, VA, seeks a Senior HVAC Technician to oversee operation, maintenance, repair and installation of HVAC systems. This full-time role requires strong leadership, preventive maintenance, and the ability to manage emergencies.

The position covers supervision of contracted HVAC work, adherence to codes, and coordination with campus facilities. A commercial HVAC background, licenses, and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of maintenance, repair and replacement of HVAC equipment.
  • Ability to repair and maintain a variety of equipment including air conditioning, boilers, air-handlers, fan coil units, pumps, valves, controllers, motors and automated control systems.
  • Ability to follow verbal instructions and work independently.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise contracted HVAC work.
  • Maintain HVAC equipment and systems, correct problems, and perform new HVAC installations in compliance with applicable codes.
  • Provide the most economical and safest HVAC service to campus.
  • Complete work orders with priorities approved by immediate supervisor.
  • Independently handle emergency work on weekends and holidays.
  • Lead other HVAC technicians and other trades staff with priorities approved by immediate supervisor.
  • Perform maintenance work, troubleshoot and repair systems.
  • Support emergency operations and coordinate with campus HVAC contractors.

Skills

Maintenance and repair knowledge
Equipment repair/maintenance
Follow verbal instructions
Independent decision making
Hand and electrical tools proficiency
Lifting 50 lbs
Work in confined spaces
Operate required equipment

Education

Commercial HVAC Training

Tools

Journeyman license
HVAC trade license
Refrigeration certificate
Siemens Desigo certification
Encelium certification

Job description

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) in Fairfax County, VA, seeks a Senior HVAC Technician to oversee operation, maintenance, repair and installation of HVAC systems. This full-time role requires strong leadership, preventive maintenance, and the ability to manage emergencies.

The position covers supervision of contracted HVAC work, adherence to codes, and coordination with campus facilities. A commercial HVAC background, licenses, and relevant certifications are required.

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