Facilities Environmental Controls Specialist (Trades Technician IV)
Job description
- Performs inspections, repairs, maintenance, and installation of HVAC equipment and related systems.
- Performs inspections, repairs, maintenance, and installation of HVAC equipment and related systems.
- Leads seasonal maintenance on HVAC systems to provide reliable and efficient operation.
- Works safely, reports and corrects safety issues.
- Adjusts and monitors environmental controls through various Building Automation Systems (BAS) controls.
- Follows written and verbal instructions and provides clear communication with customers, supervisor, and associates.
- General Facilities Duties. Snow Removal and inclement weather support.
- Grounds Maintenance (mowing, weeding, spreading fertilizer, seed, mulch and stone).
- Assists with moves, occasional cleaning, and repairs outside normal area of specialty.
- Assists with event setup as needed.
- May occasionally be asked to work at any of the other campuses as additional maintenance assistance is needed.
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Administrative records keeping and preventative maintenance program monitoring.
- Manages jobs, orders needed parts and materials for jobs.
- Interfaces with outside contractors to facilitate rapid repairs and monitors monthly, quarterly, and annual preventative maintenance being performed.
- Keeps tools and test equipment in good working condition.
- Maintains HVAC repair parts inventory and helps with shop housekeeping measures.
- Provides input to HVAC and related systems replacement.
- Submits written recommendations for lifecycle ‘high time’ parts and system replacement.
- Monitors and verifies Contractor pricing for repairs and parts.
- May provide recommendations for budget development with regards to major system purchase.
- Employee fulfills occasional on-call obligations and handles associated on-call requests promptly and in accordance to supervisor’s expectations. Employee accommodates any necessary temporary shift demands.
Compensation and Benefits
The hiring range for this position is $55,000.00-$70,000.00. Salary will commensurate with education and experience. The position is classified staff and as such is eligible for the benefits package offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia for state agencies. For more information, please visit
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May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
- Completion of formal HVAC training with EPA 608 certification.
- Understanding of various Building Automation System (BAS) software suites with experience manipulating control systems.
- Ability to provide routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs to heating and cooling systems.
- Interface and properly verify work requests placed through outside contractors.
- Current Drivers License to cover assignments at all campuses/locations.
- Ability to troubleshoot systems through industry common standard procedures, instrument use, and deductive reasoning.
- Must possess a working knowledge of HVAC and related equipment; ability to troubleshoot and repair such equipment.
- Have EPA type II refrigerant usage certification or the ability to obtain.
- Must have a general knowledge of BAS and how it relates to the HVAC systems
- Must have the ability to use various test instruments to troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems. Must be able to evaluate information from the Building Automation system and use it to determine discrepancies, failures, and needed corrections within the HVAC system.
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Experience with various HVAC system types and models, to include; VRF, Chilled Water, Standard, and Ductless Split Systems.
- UNIVREF-Universal Refrigerant Recovery.
- Journeyman’s or Masters Level HVAC Certification.
- Proven academic excellence and subject matter knowledge, which may be evidenced by training, experience, and/or a bachelor’s degree.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link:
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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