Minimum Hiring Standards
- High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required
- Several years' experience in commercial/institutional HVAC and mechanical maintenance
- Ability to diagnose, repair, and service a wide variety of HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems, including cooling towers, chillers, VFD's, and large central air handling systems
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing to supervisor, other employees and customers
- Knowledge of appropriate building codes
- Ability to read/interpret drawings, plans, specifications and scopes
- Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and power equipment
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required
- Valid Driver's License
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
Preferred Hiring Standards
- Five or more years of experience in commercial/institutional HVAC and mechanical maintenance preferred
- HVAC courses I, II, Ill, code classes, basic and advanced training or equivalent combination of experience and trade/craft training
- State of Virginia Journeyman HVAC License required or the ability to obtain within the first two years of employment
Required Licensure/Certification
- Valid Driver's License
- EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required
- State of Virginia Journeyman HVAC License required or the ability to obtain within the first two years of employment
Physical and Cognitive Requirements
Physical Demands & Activities
Light Lifting (<20 lbs): Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Essential
Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): Essential
Pushing/Pulling: Essential
Standing: Essential
Sitting: Marginal
Repetitive Motion: Essential
Walking: Essential
Climbing: Essential
Reaching: Essential
Bending: Essential
Environmental Conditions
Extreme heat/cold: Essential
Extreme Noise: Essential
Vibrations: Essential
Fumes: Marginal
Mists/gases: Marginal
Emotional Demands
Fast pace: Essential
Average Pace: Essential
Multiple Stimuli: Essential
Intense Customer Interaction: Essential
Frequent Change: Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands
Memory: Essential
Reasoning: Essential
Hearing: Essential
Reading: Essential
Analyzing: Essential
Logic: Essential
Verbal Communication: Essential
Written Communication: Essential
Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 ($28.84/hr - $36.05/hr) + up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus
Shift/Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm, multiple positions available
ORP Eligible: No
VCU Slotting: HVAC FM 1-3 through Sr levels (17051-17056)
